Astronomy: Solar System - PHY 141 at Virginia Peninsula Community College
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- PHY 141 - Astronomy: Solar System
- Introduces astronomy of the solar system, including the Sun, planets, their satellites, and other solar system objects. Includes discussions of the development of astronomy through the ages, recent discoveries, and experience with the types of mathematical exercises and observational skills essential for an understanding of the fundamental principles of solar system astronomy. Assignments require fluency in arithmetic, unit conversion, basic algebra, geometry, and trigonometry. This course is cross-listed with NAS 131. Credit will not be awarded for both.Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
4 credits
Schedule at Virginia Peninsula Community College
Class # | Section | Credits | Day | Time | Start | Location | Mode |
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76337 | PHY 141-B50W | 4 | Tu Th |
5:30 p.m.-6:45 p.m. |
2024-09-17 | Historic Triangle Campus | HY |
63766 | PHY 141-D01 | 4 | 0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m. |
2024-08-21 | Virtual Location | WW | |
This is an ***ASYNCHRONOUS*** online section. Students must login to Canvas regularly to check for course announcements, complete assignments, check grades and feedback, and participate in any other course activities required by the instructor. There are NO required online class meetings. Instructors will post recordings on any live sessions conducted as part of the course. Students must have regular access to a computer and the Internet to successfully complete this course. Some courses require proctored testing. Students can visit https://vpcc.edu/distance/students for information and resources for online students. |
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