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George Mason University

ASTR111: The Solar System

Topics include history of astronomy, evolution of the solar system, properties of planets, scientific method, critical thinking, nature of light, and principles of telescope design. Notes: ASTR 111 and 112 can be used to fulfill a 4-credit lab science requirement; not for physics majors.

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3.0
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Institution Identifier Name Notes Level
Southside Virginia Community CollegeNAS131Astronomy: Solar System2-Year
Virginia Peninsula Community CollegeNAS131Astronomy: Solar System2-Year
Virginia Peninsula Community CollegePHY141Astronomy: Solar System2-Year
Virginia Western Community CollegeNAS131Astronomy: Solar System2-Year
Marymount UniversityASTR101Astronomy4-Year
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityPHYS103ELEMENTARY ASTRONOMY4-Year
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