Oct 30, 2025  
Spring 2026 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
Spring 2026 Undergraduate Catalog
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AST 105 - Introduction to the Solar System


A general survey of present knowledge of the planets, satellites, interplanetary medium, comets, asteroids, and outer regions of the sun. Begins with a historical introduction and discussion of the methods of science. Emphasizes current NASA deep-space exploration missions and other modern astronomical methods. Not for major credit. Not for credit in addition to AST 205  or GEO 106 .

3 credits

DEC: E

SBC: SNW



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