The observational basis of astronomy. The history of astronomy, properties of light, solar system observations and stellar astronomy. Precludes additional credit for PHYS 1901 and PHYS 1902. Prerequisite(s): PHYS 1002 or PHYS 1004 or permission of the department. PHYS 1008 with a grade of B- or better may also be used if MATH 1004 or MATH 1007 or MATH 1002 have been successfully completed.Lectures three hours a week.
The observational basis of astronomy. The history of astronomy, properties of light, solar system observations and stellar astronomy. Precludes additional credit for PHYS 1901 and PHYS 1902. Prerequisite(s): PHYS 1002 or PHYS 1004 or permission of the department. PHYS 1008 with a grade of B- or better may also be used if MATH 1004 or MATH 1007 or MATH 1002 have been successfully completed.Lectures three hours a week.