PHS 142
Principles of Astronomy
Hawkeye Community College · UGRD · Fall 2026
Catalog description
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.
Sections
Current meeting, instructor, credit, and enrollment details
500
6 openSeats: 19/25 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 4:03 PM- Days & times
- Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Times TBD Online ONLNE (Lecture)
- Meeting dates
- Aug 19 – Dec 11
- Location
- Online ONLNE
- Instructor
- Hale, D
Section 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.