Elements of Astronomy - PHY 150 at Northern Virginia Community College


         
 
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PHY 150 - Elements of Astronomy
Covers history of astronomy and its recent developments. Stresses the use of astronomical instruments and measuring techniques and includes the study and observation of the solar system, stars, and galaxies.
4 Credits. Lecture 3 hours. Lab 3 hours. Total 6 hours.
4 credits

Schedule at Northern Virginia Community College

Fall 2026 ➜

Live Schedule
Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
85254 PHY 150-040N 4
 M     
6:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
 2026-09-08 Virtual and NOL - Real Time CV
Required lab: PHY 150-0C0N.
Thirteen Week
85255 PHY 150-0C0N 0
   W   
6:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
 2026-09-08 Virtual and NOL - Real Time CV
Required lab for PHY 150-040N.
Thirteen Week
86608 PHY 150-E05L 4
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-08-24 Virtual and NOL WW
15-week Online course offered by NOVA Online. NOVA Online courses are 100% online requiring students to have reliable access to a computer and internet service. This class has no scheduled meeting times. Due dates can be found in the syllabus. Must register for Lab PHY150 -ES1L. Starts August 24
86610 PHY 150-E60A 4
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-09-22 Virtual and NOL WW
3rd twelve-week NOVA Online Course. NOVA Online courses are 100% online requiring students to have reliable access to a computer and internet service. This class has no scheduled meeting times. Due dates can be found in the syllabus. Must register for Lab PHY150 -EU1A. Starts September 22
86609 PHY 150-ES1L 0
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-08-24 Virtual and NOL WW
Must register for Lecture PHY 150-E05L. Lab is virtual and will be completed online. Starts August 24.
86611 PHY 150-EU1A 0
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-09-22 Virtual and NOL WW
Must register for Lecture PHY 150-E60A. Lab is virtual and will be completed online. Starts September 22
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