ESC 100 Explor the Universe:Astronomy

Astronomy involves an examination of the properties of planets, stars, galaxies and the universe. It also is the story of us and the ultimate question of human existence within the framework of the creation of the universe and its ongoing development. A review of the basic physical laws and telescopes precedes the study of stars and their life cycles. Galaxies are examined along with quasars and peculiar galaxies. Cosmology is introduced with the Big-Bang model. The solar system concludes the survey of astronomy. Cannot be substituted for ESC 101 and/or ESC 104 in major/minor/concentration. Spring