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 one of Provincial English 12, ENG 060 or ENG 098; and C+ in Principles of Math 11, Foundations of Math 11, Pre Calculus 11 or MAT 053; or Math and English placement testing.

Offered in the following terms: 2012 Fall, 2013 Winter

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