PHYS 101 - Introductory Astronomy I

Description:
An inquiry-based introduction to celestial motions, celestial objects, observational astronomy and the physics associated with each. Emphasis on stars and planets. NS-Patterns and Connections Natural World (L).

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: eligible to enroll in MATH 101. Student must have received at least a 500 on the SAT, or a 19 on the ACT or a score of 50-Pre-Algebra or 26-Algebra or 31-College Algebra or 31-Trigonometry on the Compass test or completed MATH 100B or a higher level math class.

Credits: (5)

General Education Category: NS-Patterns and Connections Natural World (L). K7 - Physical & Natural World

General Education Pathways: P3 Perspectives on Current Issues, P6 Ways of Knowing

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Use a star chart, planisphere, computer program, or app to predict motions and positions of celestial objects.
Describe how we know certain characteristics (e.g., distances, compositions) of celestial objects.
Describe and explain, using words and pictures, fundamental celestial motions and phenomena.
Apply important astronomical relationships to solve for or infer an unknown quantity.
Compare and contrast the formation and evolution of important celestial objects such as stars and planets.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
10/19/2017

Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
Fall Locations: Ellensburg