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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
28595
Glendale
PS 175
In Person
1/21 – 5/15
Spring 2026
M,W
10:00AM – 11:15AM
  • S. Watt
Closed
Contact Enrollment Services for registration assistance
  • Costs include AST Course Fee: $15.00
  • Fee includes all required course materials and/or textbooks.
    Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
    Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 28595 must also enroll in the following lab:
    Class 28596 held Mon from 11:30AM to 2:00PM at PS 170 (S. Watt)
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
28551
Glendale
PS 167
In Person
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
Tu,Th
10:00AM – 11:15AM
  • B. Gleim
Closed
Contact Enrollment Services for registration assistance
  • Costs include AST Course Fee: $15.00
  • Fee includes all required course materials and/or textbooks.
    Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
    Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 28551 must also enroll in the following lab:
    Class 28571 held Thu from 11:30AM to 2:00PM at PS 170 (B. Gleim)
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
25954
Mesa: Dobson Campus
PS 105 - Astronomy Laboratory
In Person
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
Tu,Th
10:30AM – 11:45AM
  • M. Bunte
Closed
Contact Enrollment Services for registration assistance
  • Costs include AST Course Fee: $5.00
  • 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.
    AST106, AST111, and AST112 cover three areas of Astronomy. These courses can be taken in any order or combination.
    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 25954 must also enroll in the following lab:
    Class 25955 held Tue/Thu from 12:00PM to 1:15PM at PS 105 (M. Bunte)
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
13440
Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus
Pecos Ironwood Hall Rm 108
In Person
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
Tu,Th
2:30PM – 3:45PM
  • D. Viola
Closed
Contact Enrollment Services for registration assistance
  • 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 13440 must also enroll in the following lab:
    Class 13441 held Tue/Thu from 4:00PM to 5:15PM at IRN108 (D. Viola)
  • Textbook info pending
13332
Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus
Pecos Ironwood Hall Rm 108
Hybrid In-Person
1/21 – 5/15
Spring 2026
W
10:00AM – 11:15AM
  • D. Viola
Closed
Contact Enrollment Services for registration assistance
  • 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 13332 must also enroll in the following lab:
    Class 13390 held Wed from 11:30AM to 12:45PM at IRN108 (D. Viola)
  • Textbook info pending
13438
Chandler-Gilbert
CGCC Online
Online
1/20 – 3/13
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
  • B. Sherry
Closed
Contact Enrollment Services for registration assistance
  • First Eight (8) Week Class
    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 13438 must also enroll in the following lab:
    Class 13439 held Online (B. Sherry)
  • Textbook info pending
28564
Glendale
Online Class
Online
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
  • S. Watt
Closed
Contact Enrollment Services for registration assistance
  • Costs include AST Course Fee: $15.00
  • Fee includes all required course materials and/or textbooks.
    Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
    Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 28564 must also enroll in the following lab:
    Class 28570 held Online (S. Watt)
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
28588
Glendale
Online Class
Online
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
  • B. Gleim
Closed
Contact Enrollment Services for registration assistance
  • Costs include AST Course Fee: $15.00
  • Fee includes all required course materials and/or textbooks.
    Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
    Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 28588 must also enroll in the following lab:
    Class 28589 held Online (B. Gleim)
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
30794
Mesa
Online Course
Online
1/20 – 3/13
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
  • J. Hester
Closed
Contact Enrollment Services for registration assistance
  • AST106, AST111, and AST112 cover three areas of Astronomy. These courses can be taken in any order or combination.
    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 30794 must also enroll in the following lab:
    Class 30795 held Online (J. Hester)
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
14909
Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS
Online
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
  • R. Klinger
Closed
Contact Enrollment Services for registration assistance
  • Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
    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.
    Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 14909 must also enroll in the following lab:
    Class 14910 held Online (R. Klinger)
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
31917
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
  • J. Hall
Closed
No seats available
  • Costs include AST Course Fee: $30.00
  • Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
    Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
    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 31917 must also enroll in the following lab:
    Class 31918 held Online (J. Hall) (CLOSED/FULL)
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
23604
Scottsdale
Online Course
Online
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
  • C. Bierson
Closed
Contact Enrollment Services for registration assistance
  • This course requires the use of a computer or mobile device with internet access, a webcam, speakers and microphone.
    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.
    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 23604 must also enroll in the following lab:
    Class 23605 held Online (C. Bierson)
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
24990
Mesa
Online Course
Online
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
  • J. Hester
Closed
No seats available
  • 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.
    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.
    AST106, AST111, and AST112 cover three areas of Astronomy. These courses can be taken in any order or combination.
    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 24990 must also enroll in the following lab:
    Class 25589 held Online (J. Hester) (CLOSED/FULL)
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor