AST 101-E Introduction to Astronomy

Description of planets, stars, galaxies, black holes, pulsars,
quasars, supernovae, and white dwarfs. Man~s
place in the cosmos. Cosmological and cosmogonical
theories. Two hours of lecture and one hour of recitation
per week. Students with better science preparation
are encouraged to take AST 203. Not for major
credit. Not for credit in addition to AST 203.
Prerequisite: Satisfaction of entry skill in mathematics
requirement (Skill 1) or satisfactory completion of
D.E.C. C
3 credits