The course offers an exciting journey through the space exploration of the solar system exploring topics ranging from vastness of space, how spacecrafts work and visit planetary bodies and their moons, followed by an interactive exploration of planets and moons using online telescope of slooh.com. Throughout the semester, students will delve into the fundamentals of planetary science, studying the composition of planets and moons, orbits, gravity, and spectroscopy. The class will also touch on historical debates and scientific evidence for the geocentric (Earth- centered) universe vs. heliocentric (Sun-centered) solar system and examine important details of celestial bodies like the Sun, terrestrial planets, giant planets, asteroids, and comets. The course integrates online homework assignments and two exams to assess students' understanding of the material. By the end of the semester, participants will have gained a comprehensive understanding of space exploration, planetary science, along with practical experience in astronomical observation and analysis.
An introductory course of an interdisciplinary, topical, or experimental nature which may be used toward partial fulfillment of the Natural, Physical, or Mathematical Sciences requirement in the College of Arts and Sciences. Each pilot or experimental course must be approved by the department chair and by the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences; a particular title may be offered no more than three times under this course number. Open to all university students, subject to controlled enrollment or prerequisites as set by the instructor. May be repeated under different subtitles up to 12 SCH.
An introductory course of an interdisciplinary, topical, or experimental nature which may be used toward partial fulfillment of the Natural, Physical, or Mathematical Sciences requirement in the College of Arts and Sciences. Each pilot or experimental course must be approved by the department chair and by the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences; a particular title may be offered no more than three times under this course number. Open to all university students, subject to controlled enrollment or prerequisites as set by the instructor. May be repeated under different subtitles up to 12 SCH.
