Archaeoastronomy (Diversity)
General
Prefix
ASTR
Course Number
120
Course Level
Undergraduate
Department/Unit(s)
College/School
College of Science and Engineering
Description
Comparative study of the astronomies, cosmologies, and sciences of ancient civilizations. How the physical environment affected observations. Connections between science and religion. Lab.
Credits
Min
3
Max
3
Repeatable
No
Goals and Diversity
MN Goal Course
Yes
MN Goal Designation(s)
03, 08
Cultural Diversity
Yes
Learning Outcomes
Outcome
Demonstrate comparative understanding of astronomies, cosmologies, and sciences of ancient civilizations.
Outcome
Recognize and describe the connections between science and religion historically.
Outcome
Demonstrate an understanding of how physical environments and resources affected observations.
Outcome
Evaluate societal issues based on critical examination of scientific evidence.