PHS 142Principles of Astronomy

Hawkeye Community College · 3 credits · UGRD

Catalog

This physical science course explores the mysteries of the universe. Through scientific reason, the course will examine the following: the history of astronomy, the planets, stars, nebulae, galaxies, the creation and fate of the universe and our place in it. This course includes amateur observation techniques.

Recent sections

Fall 2026 · 1 section

Aug 19 – Dec 11

Section	Days & time	Location	Instructor
500Class #093051-PHS-142-500	Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Times TBD Online ONLNE (Lecture)	Online ONLNE	Hale, D
500 notes: Students are not required to attend any classes on campus or attend online class meetings held at specific times. Exams may be proctored using remote proctoring software online. A computer, high-speed internet, web camera and microphone are needed for Online courses. Students who do not have access to this technology may use the computer labs available on campus.