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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
23626	Mesa: Dobson Campus PS 105 - Astronomy Laboratory	In Person	08/25 – 12/19 Fall 2025	M,W	10:30AM – 11:45AM	M. Bunte	Closed No seats available
23626	Costs include AST Course Fee: $5.00 Notes Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. Class 23626 Instructor will provide digital course material information on the 1st day of class. Lab Notes: Students enrolling in class 23626 must also enroll in the following lab: Class 23627 held Mon/Wed from 12:00PM to 1:15PM at PS 105 (M. Bunte) (CLOSED/FULL) Additional Notes: Note that AST111 is not a prerequisite for other AST courses, AST106, 111, and 112 cover three areas of study in astronomy. These courses can be taken in any order or combination. AST106 and AST112 are not prerequisites of this course. It is highly encouraged that you attend the FREE MCC Physics and Astronomy Boot Camp that occurs prior to the beginning of the semester. Participants will review key skills necessary for success; participants will be better prepared for their course. Visit https://www.mesacc.edu/students/foundations-student-success/boot-camps for more information and to register. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
11659	Scottsdale Natural Sciences Bldg., NS 400	In Person	09/08 – 12/19 Fall 2025	M,W	12:30PM – 1:55PM	C. Bierson	Open 16 of 24 seats available
11659	Notes Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. 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. Lab Notes: Students enrolling in class 11659 must also enroll in the following lab: Class 11660 held Mon/Wed from 2:00PM to 3:25PM at NS 400 (C. Bierson) Additional Notes: 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 No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
20787	Glendale PS 167	In Person	08/25 – 12/19 Fall 2025	M,W	1:00PM – 2:15PM	B. Gleim	Open 1 of 17 seats available
20787	Costs include AST Course Fee: $15.00 Notes Notes: For Honors students only. Permission of Department Required Lab Notes: Students enrolling in class 20787 must also enroll in the following lab: Class 20796 held Wed from 2:30PM to 5:00PM at PS 170 (B. Gleim) Additional Notes: General Studies Credit: S1 [SQ] & S2 [SG] at ASU when taken with AST113. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
16005	Paradise Valley G 139 - Physics Lab	Hybrid In-Person	08/26 – 12/19 Fall 2025	Tu,Th	10:30AM – 12:20PM	J. Hall	Closed No seats available
16005	Costs include AST Course Fee: $30.00 Notes Notes: Hybrid Class meets in-person on campus at the designated location, days and times. Additional online work will be required. This type of class is designed for highly motivated, self disciplined, technology-literate students; requires reliable Web and e-mail address for communication and assignments outside of the classroom. Contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780. Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Lab Notes: Students enrolling in class 16005 must also enroll in the following lab: Class 16006 held Tue/Thu from (TBA) to (TBA) at LAB (J. Hall) (CLOSED/FULL) No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
13513	Phoenix C318	In Person	09/02 – 12/19 Fall 2025	Tu,Th	1:00PM – 2:20PM	R. Klinger	Closed No seats available
13513	Costs include AST Course Fee: $4.00 Notes Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Flex Start Class Class Meets for Fifteen (15) Weeks Lab Notes: Students enrolling in class 13513 must also enroll in the following lab: Class 13514 held Tue/Thu from 2:30PM to 3:45PM at C318 (R. Klinger) (CLOSED/FULL) No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
18922	Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus Pecos Ironwood Hall Rm 108	In Person	08/26 – 12/19 Fall 2025	Tu,Th	2:30PM – 3:45PM	D. Viola	Open 7 of 24 seats available
18922	Notes Notes: Log into Canvas by the class start date at https://learn.maricopa.edu 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. This class qualifies for the Writing-Certified Class Program Distinction. Lab Notes: Students enrolling in class 18922 must also enroll in the following lab: Class 18923 held Tue/Thu from 4:00PM to 5:15PM at IRN108 (D. Viola) Textbook info pending
18920	Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus Pecos Ironwood Hall Rm 108	Hybrid In-Person	08/27 – 12/19 Fall 2025	W	10:00AM – 11:15AM	D. Viola	Closed No seats available
18920	Notes Notes: Hybrid classes combine a reduced amount of scheduled classroom time with required out-of-class learning activities, typically conducted online. 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 18920 must also enroll in the following lab: Class 18921 held Wed from 11:30AM to 12:45PM at IRN108 (D. Viola) (CLOSED/FULL) Textbook info pending
18916	Chandler-Gilbert CGCC Online	Online	08/25 – 10/17 Fall 2025	N/A	N/A	B. Sherry	Closed No seats available
18916	Notes Notes: First Eight (8) Week Class Log into Canvas by the class start date at https://learn.maricopa.edu 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 18916 must also enroll in the following lab: Class 18917 held Online (B. Sherry) (CLOSED/FULL) Textbook info pending
20743	Glendale Online Class	Online	08/25 – 12/19 Fall 2025	N/A	N/A	S. Watt	Closed No seats available
20743	Costs include AST Course Fee: $15.00 Notes Lab Notes: Students enrolling in class 20743 must also enroll in the following lab: Class 20757 held Online (S. Watt) (CLOSED/FULL) Additional Notes: General Studies Credit: S1 [SQ] & S2 [SG] at ASU when taken with AST113. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
20768	Glendale Online Class	Online	08/25 – 12/19 Fall 2025	N/A	N/A	B. Gleim	Closed No seats available
20768	Costs include AST Course Fee: $15.00 Notes Lab Notes: Students enrolling in class 20768 must also enroll in the following lab: Class 20769 held Online (B. Gleim) (CLOSED/FULL) Additional Notes: General Studies Credit: S1 [SQ] & S2 [SG] at ASU when taken with AST113. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
22744	Mesa Online Course	Online	08/25 – 10/17 Fall 2025	N/A	N/A	J. Hester	Closed No seats available
22744	Notes Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. This class is a Zero-Textbook-Cost Course, also known as a "Z Class." You will have access to class materials online without having to purchase a textbook. Class 22744 Instructor will provide digital course material information on the 1st day of class. Class 22744 This class may include optional synchronous components such as review sessions, office hours, etc.. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to submit an initial assignment due within the first few days of class. Students are required to have access to a computer and Internet. A webcam and microphone are recommended. A mobile device may not be sufficient for all course content. Class 22744 Students may contact instructor at: janice.hester@mesacc.edu Lab Notes: Students enrolling in class 22744 must also enroll in the following lab: Class 23446 held Online (J. Hester) (CLOSED/FULL) Additional Notes: Note that AST111 is not a prerequisite for other AST courses, AST106, 111, and 112 cover three areas of study in astronomy. These courses can be taken in any order or combination. AST106 and AST112 are not prerequisites of this course. It is highly encouraged that you attend the FREE MCC Physics and Astronomy Boot Camp that occurs prior to the beginning of the semester. Participants will review key skills necessary for success; participants will be better prepared for their course. Visit https://www.mesacc.edu/students/foundations-student-success/boot-camps for more information and to register. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

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AST111: Introduction to Solar System Astronomy – 4 credits

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