PHYS 406 (1SY) - Introduction to Modern Astronomy

Intro to Modern Astronomy

Durham   Engineering&Physical Sciences :: Physics
Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2021 - Full Term (02/01/2021 - 05/11/2021)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Class Size:   94  
CRN: 50059
Built-in-Books Fee: $57.99 
Descriptive coverage of contemporary astronomical and astrophysical techniques with a review of current knowledge and theories concerning the solar system, galaxies, and the universe. Recommended for liberal arts and beginning science students. Knowledge of high school algebra is assumed. Note that this is the same course as PHYS 405, except for the substitution of a lab instead of a term paper. Cannot be taken for credit if credit received for PHYS 405. Lab.
Department Approval Required. Contact Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.
Equivalent(s): PHYS 406H
Only listed campus in section: Durham, Manchester
Attributes: Scheduled meeting time, Physical Science(Discovery), Online (no campus visits), EUNH, Discovery Lab Course
Instructors: STAFF

Times & Locations

Start Date End Date Days Time Location
2/1/2021 5/11/2021 MWF 1:10pm - 2:00pm ONLINE

Books and Course Materials: This course section is participating in UNH’s Built-in-Books and Course Materials program which offers materials at below market rates. Information about this program can be found at this link: https://td.unh.edu/TDClient/KB/ArticleDet?ID=2158