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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: Natural Sciences [NSI], Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
18425
Scottsdale
Natural Sciences Bldg., NS 400
In Person
8/25 – 12/18
Fall 2026
Tu,Th
9:00AM – 10:15AM
  • C. Bierson
Open
2 of 24 seats available
  • Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
    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.
    Free Tutoring is available for this course. Learn more about tutoring services offered at the Natural Sciences Tutoring Center at https://www.scottsdalecc.edu/students/tutoring/natural-sciences-tutoring-center Tutoring information: (480) 425-6726 or NSTutoringCenter@scottsdalecc.edu
    Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 18425 must also enroll in the following lab:
    Class 18426 held Tue/Thu from 10:30AM to 11:55AM at NS 400 (C. Bierson)
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
25697
Scottsdale
Online Course
Online
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
  • C. Bierson
Closed
No seats available
  • This course requires the use of a computer or mobile device with internet access, a webcam, speakers and microphone.
    Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
    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.
    Free Tutoring is available for this course. Learn more about tutoring services offered at the Natural Sciences Tutoring Center at https://www.scottsdalecc.edu/students/tutoring/natural-sciences-tutoring-center Tutoring information: (480) 425-6726 or NSTutoringCenter@scottsdalecc.edu
    Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 25697 must also enroll in the following lab:
    Class 25698 held Online (C. Bierson) (CLOSED/FULL)
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor