Astronomy Minor

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This minor exposes students to the basic principles of Astronomy. It includes an observational component in which students will learn to use telescopes to view celestial bodies.

Total Credits Required to Complete Minor: 20

Basic Requirements

ASTR 105 - The Solar System Credit(s): 3
ASTR 110 - Stars and Galaxies Credit(s): 3
ASTR 106 - The Solar System Laboratory  OR ASTR 111 - Stars and Galaxies Laboratory
PHYS 113 - General Physics I  OR PHYS 123 - Analytical Physics I
PHYS 114 - Physics I Lab  OR PHYS 124 - Analytical Physics I Laboratory
PHYS 115 - General Physics II  OR PHYS 125 - Analytical Physics II
PHYS 116 - Physics II Lab  OR PHYS 126 - Analytical Physics II Laboratory
ASTR 281 - Principles of Astronomy
ASTR 282 - Observational Astronomy