ESS 524 - The Universe

The origin, evolution, and ultimate fate of the universe. The course begins with a historical approach with emphasis on the evolution of cosmological ideas from geocentric universes to the Big Bang. Consideration of the evolution of the universe from the earliest moments after the Big Bang to the distant future, including the formation of the galaxies, stars, and planets. Research report required. This course is intended for science teachers and science education students and requires knowledge of trigonometry, algebra and introductory college level physics.

3 credits

Grading Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

Offered Spring

Cross-Listed AST 304 The Universe