Web-based, 3 credits

This is an open/web based lab science course that will introduce topics in deep space astronomy, including observational astronomy, stars and stellar evolution, extra-solar planets, the interstellar medium, galaxies, nebulae, clusters, EM spectrum; cosmology, relativity, dark matter and energy; life in the universe, SETI, and interstellar exploration. The lab component will utilize locally available materials as well as resources available from local learning centres and on the Internet such as an on-line observatory. It is preferred that students entering this course have SSA 100 and some basic knowledge of high school physics, but this is not required. Students will need certain computer skills. These include knowledge of the operating system (Windows 95 or later), the ability to manipulate files and folders (create, move, cut, copy, delete, paste), do Internet searches, use e-mail with attachments, and use a word processor.

Prerequisite(s): C in ENG 060 or ENG 098 or Provincial English 12, and C+ MAT 053 or Principles of Math 11, or successful Math and English placement testing

Offered in the following terms: 2010 Winter, 2010 Fall, 2011 Winter

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