The Solar System and the Search For Life Beyond Earth

Catalog description

Introduces astronomy and astrophysics with emphasis on discoveries from space exploration. The course presents the history of astronomy, orbits, gravitation, optics, the properties of light and matter. Explores the properties, origin, and evolution of the major components of the Solar System. The origin and formation of the Solar System and the origin of life is discussed. Intended for non-science concentrators with high school math and science preparation.