Astronomy ASTR

ASTR 10 Descriptive Astronomy

Units

3

Hours

3 hours lecture

Prerequisite

MATH 201 or MATH 230 or MATH 240 or MATH 210D or appropriate placement into transfer level Math through multiple measures assessment process

Transfers to

CSU, UC

Peralta GE Areas 5; Cal-GETC Area 5A;

Survey of astronomy at a descriptive level: Development of modern astronomy, light, astronomical instruments, the sun, formation and evolution of the solar system, the terrestrial planets, the Jovian planets, asteroids, comets, planets around other stars, and a brief survey of stars. Not open for credit to students who have completed or are currently enrolled in ASTR 1.

Offered: Fall 2026 (1 section)