Astronomy
ASTR 106 - Introduction to Astronomy
3.00 credits
(4,0,0)
15 wks
An introduction to astronomy emphasizing the physics underlying the behaviour of the universe and the means by which it is observed. Topics include Newtonian mechanics and gravitation, electromagnetic waves, observing instruments, the sun and solar system, stars, galaxies, cosmology and black holes. There is no lab component for this course.
Prerequisites: Pre-calculus 12 or Principles of Math 12, or Pre-calculus 11 with a minimum B grade, or Principles of Math 11 with a minimum B grade, or Foundations of Mathematics 11 with a minimum A grade, or BMTH 053/054, or MATH 105. MATH 105 may be taken concurrently.
Notes:
- ASTR 106 is an approved Quantitative/Analytical course for baccalaureate degrees.
- ASTR 106 is an approved Science course.
ASTR 107 - Introductory Astronomy
4.00 credits
(4,2,0)
15 wks
An introduction to astronomy with a lab, emphasizing the physics underlying the behaviour of the universe and the means by which it is observed. Topics include Newtonian mechanics and gravitation, electromagnetic waves, observing instruments, the sun and solar system, stars, galaxies, cosmology and black holes.
Prerequisites: Pre-calculus 12 or Principles of Math 12, or Pre-calculus 11 with a minimum B grade, or Principles of Math 11 with a minimum B grade, or Foundations of Mathematics 11 with a minimum A grade, or BMTH 053/054, or MATH 105. MATH 105 may be taken concurrently.
Notes:
- ASTR 107 is an approved Quantitative/Analytical course for baccalaureate degrees.
- ASTR 107 is an approved Science course. ASTR 107 is an approved Lab Science course.
ASTR 142 - Introduction to Cosmology – The Story of the Universe
3.00 credits
(4,0,0)
15 wks
A qualitative study of the universe as a whole: its birth, growth, shape, size and eventual fate. Cosmological principles underlying current knowledge are presented. The "Big Bang", cosmic microwave background and nucleosynthesis are described. The expansion of the universe is presented with predictions for the Universe's fate. The relative nature of space and time, the evidence for dark matter and dark energy and competing theories seeking to explain the nature of the universe are discussed.
Prerequisites: Precalculus 12 (pass) or Principles of Math 12 (pass) or Precalculus 11 (B); or Principles of Math 11 (B); or Foundations of Mathematics 11 (A); or MATH 105 (pass). MATH 105 may be taken concurrently.
Notes:
- ASTR 142 is an approved Science and Technology course for Cap Core requirements.
- ASTR 142 is an approved Quantitative/Analytical course for baccalaureate degrees. ASTR 142 is an approved Science course.
ASTR 300 - The Search for Life in the Universe
3.00 credits
(4,0,0)
15 wks
Is there Life in the Universe beyond that which we find on Earth? This is a question that has inspired many people in many different disciplines that leads to further questions about the origin of life at the microscopic scale to formation of planets in the far reaches of our galaxy. This is an interdisciplinary course that will explore the possibilities for life existing outside of Earth, the conditions required for that life to exist, and how we can search for and detect life. This course will focus on the biological origins of life, the science and technology used to observe and detect the global effects of biological life, and the astronomy of our solar system, exoplanets, and celestial observation techniques.
Prerequisites: 45 credits of 100-level or higher coursework
Notes:
- ASTR 300 is an approved Science and Technology course for Cap Core requirements.
- ASTR 300 is an approved Science course.