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ASTR103: Astronomy
ASTR103: Astronomy
Introduction to origin of life, Earth, planets and sun, stars, galaxies, quasars, nature of space radiation, and general theory of relativity. Note: ASTR 103 with ASTR 112 or ASTR 114 can be used to fulfill a 4-credit lab science requirement. Not for physics majors.
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Online
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Hybrid
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Credits
3.0
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Where Will This Course Transfer?

Institution | Identifier | Name | Notes | Level |
---|---|---|---|---|
Eastern Shore Community College | NAS131 | Astronomy: Solar System | 2-Year | |
Tidewater Community College | NAS131 | Astronomy: Solar System | 2-Year | |
William & Mary | PHYS1XX | Transfer Elective Course | Actual transfer credit may vary based on credit earned at host institution. | 4-Year |
Old Dominion University | PHYS1ELE | ELECTIVE | 4-Year | |
Virginia Commonwealth University | PHYS103 | ELEMENTARY ASTRONOMY | 4-Year |
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