Associate degrees in Astronomy: A general program that focuses on the planetary, galactic, and stellar phenomena occurring in outer space. Includes instruction in celestial mechanics, cosmology, stellar physics, galactic evolution, quasars, stellar distribution and motion, interstellar medium, atomic and molecular constituents of astronomical phenomena, planetary science, solar system evolution, and specific methodologies such as optical astronomy, radioastronomy, and theoretical astronomy.
The major in astronomy provides a study of the universe at large and the physical processes that govern it. Astronomy is the oldest science and uses many of the tools of modern technology. A B.S. Degree qualifies one to work at a planetarium, teach at the high school level, assist at an observatory, and work in positions requiring a general technical knowledge. An M.S. Degree broadens the opportunities to include community college instructor, major...
Astronomy is concerned with celestial bodies and their structure, origin and fate.
Black holes, comets, the Big Bang, planets around other stars, and even life on other planets are all topics you may encounter in the study of astronomy.
Our courses will give you a better understanding of your place on planet Earth and in universe as a whole. Also, the computational and critical thinking skills that you learn from taking astronomy will help you in...
1. Differentiate between planets, stars, galaxies, and the universe in terms of scale.
2. Explain and discuss basic astronomical phenomena, including the seasons, the phases of the Moon, eclipses, and planetary motion.
3. Explain and discuss the origin, development, and properties of planetary systems, stars, galaxies, and the universe.
4. Explain how theories in astronomy are based on observations....
Will the universe expand forever? Is there life on other planets? How do stars form? These are only a few of the exciting questions confronting astronomers. The development of space observatories, the construction of large telescopes on earth, and the availability of large computers for data analysis and theoretical calculations has been accompanied by a rapid growth in the sophistication of this field.
The Contra Costa College Astronomy Department offers the full spectrum of lower division (freshman/sophomore) physics courses along with one elementary astronomy course. Our general education courses, namely Descriptive Physics, Descriptive Physics Lab and Elementary Astronomy, satisfy general science requirements for both AA/AS and four year transfer schools and also serve as a stimulating course for any interested individuals in the community....
REQUIRED COURSES: ASTRON 150 Introduction to Astronomy (3)
ASTRON 160 Astronomy Laboratory (1)
PHYSIC 200 Physics I (6)
PHYSIC 201 Physics II (6)
CHEM 150 General Chemistry I (5)
CHEM 151 General Chemistry II (5)
MATH 250 Single Variable Calculus I (4)
MATH 251 Single Variable Calculus II (4)
MATH 252 Multivariable Calculus (5)
The degree is designed for students planning to transfer with a major in astronomy. The student will acquire the ability to use problem solving strategies that apply to physical concepts involving mechanics, thermodynamics, sounds, light, electricity and magnetism, and modern physics. Laboratory activities will provide the student with a foundation in measurement and analysis techniques necessary to test, understand and apply physical concepts. Competencies...
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