CEPS30019 - Astronomy

Course Description

Survey of the historical development and current status of astronomy. The solar system, stars and galaxies, quasars, pulsars, black holes and models of the universe and its history. Eight-inch and 16-inch telescopes are used for observation on clear nights. The Department of Physics' Astronomical Observatory, located on the roof of McNulty Hall, the Science and Technology Center, and houses a 16 inch Meade LX200 ACF Advanced Coma Free Telescope equipped with a CCD Camera.

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CEPS30019 - 001

Jul 12, 2027

Available

Astronomy

Discussion

M, T, W, Th, F

9:00AM to 5:00PM

Jul 12, 2027 to Jul 16, 2027

Schedule and Location

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40.0

South Orange Campus

Tuition non-credit

$1,200.00 or $200.00 deposit

4 CEUs

Jul 05, 2027