PHYS 215 - Stellar and Galactic Astronomy | 2025-2026

Academic Year
2025-2026
Course Credits
3.00
Course ID
PHYS 215
Course Name
Stellar and Galactic Astronomy
Description
An introduction to stellar and galactic astronomy, and to the tools and techniques of astronomy. Discussion of the types of stars and their formation, energy production, and end states; the nature of nebulae, star clusters, black holes, galaxies, and quasars; modern cosmology; astrobiology. Several daytime and night-time observation sessions are undertaken. Historical, philosophical, and Christian theological perspectives are considered.
NB
Not offered every year. See department chair.
Prerequisite(s)
Second year standing. (3-0 or 3-0)