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AST112: Introduction to Stars, Galaxies, and Cosmology – 4 credits

Introduction to astronomy for the non-science major. Structure and evolution of stars; supernovae, black holes, and quasars; nebulae; star clusters; galaxies; cosmology, including the birth and death of the universe. Note: Note that AST111 is not a prerequisite for this course. 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
32074	Paradise Valley G 139 - Physics Lab	Hybrid In-Person	08/25 – 12/19 Fall 2025	M,W	12:30PM – 2:20PM	J. Hall	Closed No seats available
32074	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. 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 32074 costs include AST Course Fee: $30 Lab Notes: Students enrolling in class 32074 must also enroll in the following lab: Class 32075 held from (TBA) to (TBA) at LAB (J. Hall) (CLOSED/FULL) No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
18952	Chandler-Gilbert: Williams Campus Williams Cooper Hall Rm 104	Hybrid In-Person	08/26 – 12/19 Fall 2025	Tu	12:00PM – 1:15PM	B. Sherry	Closed Contact Enrollment Services for registration assistance
18952	Notes Notes: Meets at the Williams Campus 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. Hybrid classes combine a reduced amount of scheduled classroom time with required out-of-class learning activities, typically conducted online. Lab Notes: Students enrolling in class 18952 must also enroll in the following lab: Class 18953 held Tue from 1:30PM to 2:45PM at COOP104 (B. Sherry) Additional Notes: It is strongly recommended that students purchase the textbook bundled from the campus bookstore. Textbook info pending
20744	Glendale PS 167	In Person	08/26 – 12/19 Fall 2025	Tu,Th	10:00AM – 11:15AM	B. Gleim	Closed No seats available
20744	Costs include AST Course Fee: $15.00 Notes Notes: Class 20744 costs include AST Course Fee: $15 Lab Notes: Students enrolling in class 20744 must also enroll in the following lab: Class 20770 held Thu from 11:30AM to 2:00PM at PS 170 (B. Gleim) (CLOSED/FULL) No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
22824	Mesa: Dobson Campus PS 105 - Astronomy Laboratory	In Person	08/26 – 12/19 Fall 2025	Tu,Th	12:00PM – 1:15PM	K. Healy	Closed No seats available
22824	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. 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 22824 Instructor will provide digital course material information on the 1st day of class. Class 22824 costs include AST Course Fee: $5 Lab Notes: Students enrolling in class 22824 must also enroll in the following lab: Class 23448 held Tue/Thu from 1:30PM to 2:45PM at PS 105 (K. Healy) (CLOSED/FULL) Additional Notes: Note that AST112 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 AST111 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
23355	Mesa Online Course	Online	10/20 – 12/19 Fall 2025	N/A	N/A	J. Hester	Closed No seats available
23355	Notes Notes: Class 23355 Students may contact instructor at: janice.hester@mesacc.edu 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 23355 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. Lab Notes: Students enrolling in class 23355 must also enroll in the following lab: Class 23449 held Online (J. Hester) (CLOSED/FULL) Additional Notes: Note that AST112 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 AST111 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
24313	Mesa Online Course	Online	08/25 – 12/19 Fall 2025	N/A	N/A	K. Healy	Closed No seats available
24313	Notes Notes: Class 24313 Students may contact instructor at: kevin.healy@mesacc.edu Lab Notes: Students enrolling in class 24313 must also enroll in the following lab: Class 24314 held Online (K. Healy) (CLOSED/FULL) Additional Notes: Note that AST112 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 AST111 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
13445	Phoenix ONLINE CANVAS	Online	09/02 – 12/19 Fall 2025	N/A	N/A	R. Klinger	Closed No seats available
13445	Notes Notes: Flex Start Class Class Meets for Fifteen (15) Weeks Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Lab Notes: Students enrolling in class 13445 must also enroll in the following lab: Class 13512 held Online (R. Klinger) (CLOSED/FULL) No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
20771	Glendale Online Class	Online	08/25 – 12/19 Fall 2025	N/A	N/A	B. Gleim	Closed Contact Enrollment Services for registration assistance
20771	Costs include AST Course Fee: $15.00 Notes Notes: Class 20771 costs include AST Course Fee: $15 Lab Notes: Students enrolling in class 20771 must also enroll in the following lab: Class 20775 held Online (B. Gleim) No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
11400	Scottsdale Online Course	Online	08/25 – 12/19 Fall 2025	N/A	N/A	C. Bierson	Closed Contact Enrollment Services for registration assistance
11400	Notes Notes: This course requires the use of a computer or mobile device with internet access, a webcam, speakers and microphone. Students are required to purchase additional supplies at a cost of approximately $40.00. 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 11400 must also enroll in the following lab: Class 11658 held Online (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

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AST112: Introduction to Stars, Galaxies, and Cosmology – 4 credits

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