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Richard Bland College

SCIE111: Astronomy and Cosmology

This course introduces students to the concepts and theories of modern astronomy and cosmology. Beginning with the study of our own Solar System, the course moves outward in space and backward through time, to the study of stars, galaxies, and the Universe as a whole. Topics covered include the planets, the life cycles of stars, black holes, the origin and evolution of the Cosmos, and the search for extraterrestrial life. Special emphasis is placed on the tools and methods of astronomers, and the experimental evidence for modern cosmological models. Completion of SCIE 111 will satisfy four credits of the core requirements in Natural Sciences.

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Delivery Method
Online
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Campus
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Hybrid
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Credits
4.0
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Department
Natural Science and Mathematics
Course Notes
Three hours lecture; one hour lab
Learning Outcomes
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  • Understand and describe the essential principles and theories of contemporary astronomy and cosmology
  • Discuss the history of the science of astronomy","and the evolution of our picture of the cosmos
  • Appreciate the interplay between theory and experiment in the sciences","and be able to critically analyze the evidence that supports our modern astronomical theories and cosmological models
  • Perform calculations and solve problems related to astronomy","cosmology","and astrophysics","and be able to analyze data and draw scientific conclusions from experiments


Where Will This Course Transfer?
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Institution Identifier Name Notes Level
Central Virginia Community CollegeNAS131Astronomy: Solar System2-Year
Paul D. Camp Community CollegeNASEEEN/ACredits may vary at the time of final evaluation. 2-Year
Southwest Virginia Community College NAS131Astronomy: Solar System2-Year
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeNAS131Astronomy: Solar System2-Year
Longwood University PHYS115Astronomy4-Year
William & MaryPHYS172Stellar Astronomy & Cosmology4-Year
Old Dominion UniversityPHYS104NINTRO ASTRON-GALAXY/COSMOLOGY4-Year
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityPHYS103ELEMENTARY ASTRONOMY4-Year
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityPHYZ103ELEMENTARY ASTRONOMY LAB4-Year
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