PSC 1010
Introduction to Astronomy
Prince George's Community College · UGRD · Fall 2026
Catalog description
In this course, students explore the foundations of astronomy. Students examine how the solar system, galaxy, and universe have been perceived throughout history and explore the tools and methods astronomers use. Students investigate the origin, components, and evolution of the solar system (including the planets, moons, and the sun), stars, galaxies, and the universe as a whole. This course fulfills a general education requirement for non-science majors. Honors version available.
Sections
Current meeting, instructor, credit, and enrollment details
DL01
FullSeats: 24/24 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 4:03 PM- Days & times
- Times TBD Online 1 (Lecture)
- Meeting dates
- Aug 31 – Nov 24
- Location
- Online 1
- Instructor
- Hunt, J
Section notes
Note: Meets Aug 31 - Nov 24. Visit www.pgcconline.com for details. Students must have access to the internet and provide an e-mail address. Note: Students may be required to come to their campus to take examinations.
DL02
1 openSeats: 23/24 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 4:03 PM- Days & times
- Times TBD Online 1 (Lecture)
- Meeting dates
- Aug 31 – Nov 24
- Location
- Online 1
- Instructor
- Hunt, J
Section notes
Note: Meets Aug 31 - Nov 24. Visit www.pgcconline.com for details. Students must have access to the internet and provide an e-mail address. Note: Students may be required to come to their campus to take examinations.
LD01
1 openSeats: 23/24 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 4:03 PM- Days & times
- Mo We · 12:30 – 1:45 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 17 – Dec 7
- Location
- Chesapeake Hall 307
- Instructor
- Hunt, J
LD02
1 openSeats: 18/19 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 4:03 PM- Days & times
- Mo We · 2:00 – 3:15 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 17 – Dec 7
- Location
- Chesapeake Hall 307
- Instructor
- Hunt, J
LD03
4 openSeats: 20/24 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 4:03 PM- Days & times
- Tu Th · 9:00 – 10:15 AM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 18 – Dec 7
- Location
- Chesapeake Hall 307
- Instructor
- Thakur, N
RD01
1 openSeats: 23/24 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 4:03 PM- Days & times
- Mo We · 8:00 – 9:15 AM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 17 – Dec 7
- Location
- Remote REMOTE
- Instructor
- Hunt, J