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AST111: Introduction to Solar System Astronomy
– 4 credits
Introduction to astronomy for the non-science major. The scientific method, properties of light, astronomical instruments, our Solar System and solar systems around other stars. Includes hands-on astronomical observations and laboratory exercises. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT092 or higher, or satisfactory district placement.
General Education Designations: SQ
Class#
Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
14792
Chandler-Gilbert
CGCC Online
Online
5/26 – 7/16
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
- B. Sherry
Open
13 of 24 seats available
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Notes
Class is scheduled for Eight (8) Weeks
Students must have access to a computer (PC, Mac, laptop, Chromebook, or iPad) with a working webcam, microphone, as well as reliable internet access.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 14792 must also enroll in the following lab:
Class 14793 held Online (B. Sherry)
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Textbook info pending
AST111: Introduction to Solar System Astronomy – 4 credits
Introduction to astronomy for the non-science major. The scientific method, properties of light, astronomical instruments, our Solar System and solar systems around other stars. Includes hands-on astronomical observations and laboratory exercises. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT092 or higher, or satisfactory district placement.
General Education Designations: SQ
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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14792
|
Chandler-Gilbert
CGCC Online |
Online
|
5/26 – 7/16
Summer 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
13 of 24 seats available |
|
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