PHYS 405 (01) - Intro to Modern Astronomy
Intro to Modern Astronomy
Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2022 - Full Term (01/25/2022 - 05/09/2022)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Term: Spring 2022 - Full Term (01/25/2022 - 05/09/2022)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Class Size:
75
CRN: 51494
Built-in-Books Fee: $59.99
Special Fees: $25.00
CRN: 51494
Built-in-Books Fee: $59.99
Special Fees: $25.00
Starting with a survey of the night sky and the daily motions of the stars and planets, this course surveys our current understanding of the Universe. It traces the development of the tools of the modern astronomer and how those tools have led to out theories of the solar system, the life cycle of stars, the formation of elements, the formation of galaxies and the evolution of the universe. Students explore in depth an astronomical topic of their choice through a term paper. The course includes direct experience with astronomical techniques and concepts through the use of the UNH Observatory and Small Radio Telescope, and a visit to a planetarium. Recommended for liberal arts and beginning science students. Knowledge of high school algebra is assumed. Note that this is the same course as PHYS 406, except for the substitution of a term paper instead of a lab. Cannot be taken for credit if credit received for PHYS 406. Special fee.
Department Approval Required. Contact Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.
Equivalent(s): PHYS 406
Attributes: Physical Science(Discovery)
Instructors: STAFF
| Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/25/2022 | 5/9/2022 | MWF | 1:10pm - 2:00pm | DEM 112 |
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