Solar System Astronomy

General

Prefix

ASTR

Course Number

311

Course Level

Undergraduate

Department/Unit(s)

College/School

College of Science and Engineering

Description

Physical processes in the solar system. Application of physics to the study of the motions, atmospheres, structure, and composition of bodies in the solar system.

Prerequisites

Credits

Min

3

Max

3

Repeatable

No

Goals and Diversity

MN Goal Course

No

Cultural Diversity

No

Learning Outcomes

Outcome

Discuss physical properties of solar system bodies.

Outcome

Analyze physical formation properties of solar systems.

Outcome

Describe mathematically and physically orbital motion and conditions for stability.

Dependencies

Courses

ASTR311 is a prerequisite for:

Programs

ASTR311 is a completion requirement for: