2011-2013 Undergraduate Catalogue 
    
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2011-2013 Undergraduate Catalogue [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

ESC 111 - Introduction to the Solar System (Long Island Campus)


A detailed introduction to the solar system. Topics include the historical development of astronomy, the formation of the solar system, characteristics of its planets, moons, comets, and asteroids. Current findings of planetary probes and the identification of celestial objects will be an ongoing study, by way of evening observations and planetarium presentations.

2 hours lecture, 2 hours laboratory a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall, Spring
Lab fee-$30