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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
11983
Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus
Pecos Ironwood Hall Rm 108
In Person
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026
M,W
2:30PM – 3:45PM
  • D. Viola
Open
17 of 22 seats available
  • 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 11983 must also enroll in the following lab:
    Class 11984 held Mon/Wed from 4:00PM to 5:15PM at IRN108 (D. Viola)
  • Textbook info pending
11981
Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus
Pecos Ironwood Hall Rm 108
Hybrid In-Person
8/25 – 12/18
Fall 2026
Tu
11:30AM – 12:45PM
  • D. Viola
Open
16 of 24 seats available
  • Hybrid classes combine a reduced amount of scheduled classroom time with required out-of-class learning activities, typically conducted online.
    Log into Canvas by the class start date at https://learn.maricopa.edu
    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 11981 must also enroll in the following lab:
    Class 11982 held Tue from 1:00PM to 2:15PM at IRN108 (D. Viola)
  • Textbook info pending
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
31999
Glendale
PS 167
In Person
8/25 – 12/18
Fall 2026
Tu,Th
10:00AM – 11:15AM
  • B. Gleim
Open
10 of 24 seats available
  • Costs include AST Course Fee: $0.00
  • Fee includes all required course materials and/or textbooks.
    Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 31999 must also enroll in the following lab:
    Class 32000 held Thu from 11:30AM to 2:00PM at PS 170 (B. Gleim)
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
16501
Mesa: Dobson Campus
PS 105 - Astronomy Laboratory
In Person
8/25 – 12/18
Fall 2026
Tu,Th
10:30AM – 11:45AM
  • M. Bunte
Open
10 of 24 seats available
  • Costs include AST Course Fee: $5.00
  • Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
    Class 16501 Instructor will provide digital course material information on the 1st day of class.
    Class 16501 costs include AST Course Fee: $5
    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.
    Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 16501 must also enroll in the following lab:
    Class 16502 held Tue/Thu from 12:00PM to 1:15PM at PS 105 (M. Bunte)
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
21780
Phoenix
C318
In Person
9/1 – 12/18
Fall 2026
Tu,Th
1:00PM – 2:20PM
  • R. Klinger
Open
17 of 24 seats available
  • Costs include AST Course Fee: $4.00
  • 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
    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.
    Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
    Class 21780 costs include AST Course Fee: $4
    Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 21780 must also enroll in the following lab:
    Class 21781 held Tue/Thu from 2:30PM to 3:45PM at C318 (R. Klinger)
  • 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
32017
Mesa
Online Course
Online
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
  • J. Hester
Open
21 of 28 seats available
  • Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
    Class 32017 Instructor will provide digital course material information on the 1st day of class. A webcam and microphone are recommended. A mobile device may not be sufficient for all course content.
    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.
    Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 32017 must also enroll in the following lab:
    Class 32018 held Online (J. Hester)
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
15747
Mesa
Online Course
Online
8/24 – 10/16
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
  • J. Hester
Open
1 of 28 seats available
  • Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
    Class 15747 Instructor will provide digital course material information on the 1st day of class.
    Class 15747 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.
    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.
    Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 15747 must also enroll in the following lab:
    Class 16338 held Online (J. Hester)
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
11979
Chandler-Gilbert
CGCC Online
Online
8/24 – 10/16
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
  • B. Sherry
Closed
No seats available
  • First Eight (8) Week Class
    Log into Canvas by the class start date at https://learn.maricopa.edu
    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 11979 must also enroll in the following lab:
    Class 11980 held Online (B. Sherry) (CLOSED/FULL)
  • Textbook info pending
14029
Glendale
Online Class
Online
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
  • S. Watt
Open
12 of 24 seats available
  • Costs include AST Course Fee: $15.00
  • Class 14029 costs include AST Course Fee: $15
    Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 14029 must also enroll in the following lab:
    Class 14043 held Online (S. Watt)
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
14053
Glendale
Online Class
Online
8/24 – 12/18
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
  • B. Gleim
Open
24 of 24 seats available
  • Costs include AST Course Fee: $15.00
  • Class 14053 costs include AST Course Fee: $15
    Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 14053 must also enroll in the following lab:
    Class 14054 held Online (B. Gleim)
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor