ASTRO 3

Solar System Astronomy

Cabrillo College · Fall 2026

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Presents a survey of the sun, planets, asteroids, comets, and the growing list of new solar systems around other stars for non-science majors. Additional topics include principles of scientific reasoning, applications to the structure and evolution of planetary systems, and methods astronomers use to discover and study other solar systems. May be offered in a distance-learning format. CAB GE B, Cal-GETC 5A.

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51 openSeats: 19/70 seats Last recorded: Jul 27, 2026, 9:44 PM
Class #221479Fall 20263 credits
51 available19 enrolled70 capacity0 waitlist
Days & times
Mo We · 9:40 – 11:00 AM
Meeting dates
Aug 24 – Dec 12
Location
Building 800 806
Instructor
Richard A. Nolthenius
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44 openSeats: 26/70 seats Last recorded: Jul 27, 2026, 9:44 PM
Class #221480Fall 20263 credits
44 available26 enrolled70 capacity0 waitlist
Days & times
Mo · 6:00 – 9:05 PM
Meeting dates
Aug 24 – Dec 12
Location
Building 800 804
Instructor
Richard A. Nolthenius
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