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Astronomy

ASTR 110 – Introduction to Astronomy           3
This course reviews basic information on the history of astronomy, the appearance of the night sky, the principles of gravity, the nature of light and telescopes, the structure and dynamics of the Solar System, the evolution of stars, the Milky Way and other galaxies, and the expanding universe. Co-requisite: ASTR 110L - Introduction of Astronomy Lab. Spring, even years

ASTR 110L – Introduction to Astronomy Lab 1
This laboratory experience includes experiments designed to illustrate the fundamental principles of astronomy as well as the physics involved in the collection and interpretation of astronomical data. If weather permits, real nighttime observations with the use of small telescopes will also be included. Co-requisites: ASTR 110 – Introduction to Astronomy. Spring, even years

ASTR 292, 492 – Experimental Course            1-4
A unique course, designated by an instructor and/or department, not currently listed in the University catalog. An experimental course may be offered for a maximum of two semesters. After that time, the course must be either assigned an appropriate permanent course number and formally listed in the University catalog, or its usage must be discontinued.

ASTR 293, 493 – Peer Tutoring           1-6
Students may earn credits by tutoring. Tutors are needed every semester in almost all academic areas. Interested students should contact Student Support Services (second floor) May Hall, room 211, for specific information. (Maximum eight credits may be applied to graduation.)

ASTR 294, 494 – Independent Study, Undergraduate Research           1-6
INDEPENDENT STUDY: An individualized study not listed as a regular course in the University catalog. Content, etc., to be determined by instructor and student. Requires approval by department chair. Offered on demand
UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH: Research topic must be approved prior to registration by instructor. Written analysis of research activities required at end of semester. Requires approval by department chair. Offered on demand

ASTR 295, 495 – Service Learning      1-6
Credits may be granted for extra-curricular activities for which there is a direct connection and correlation between the activity and the academic objectives of a specific course in the University catalog. The activity and subsequently awarding of academic credit will be at the discretion of the appropriate department chair.

ASTR 296, 496 – Study Tours 1-6
Provides students the opportunity to make an extensive trip to a location either inside or outside the United States, which will subsequently provide the student with life experiences that relate directly to a specific academic discipline. Not available in all departments. Available at departmental and discipline discretion only.

ASTR 297, 497 – Internship, Externship,
Cooperative Education 1-6
Students will be placed in an off-campus company or agency which will provide the student with specific activities that will demonstrate the correlation between academic study and an actual work experience. The number of credits will be determined by the length of the internship and the hours worked.

ASTR 299, 499 – Special Topics, Readings     1-6
SPECIAL TOPICS: A uniquely-designed advanced topics course within a specific discipline. Course content and other related academic requirements to be determined by the instructor.

READINGS: Readings in educational and various specific professional publications and journals related to a specific academic discipline.