Spring 2024
CRN: 10471
PHYS 1060 - Intro To Stars And Galaxies
This course introduces the student to the origin and evolution of stars, galaxies, and the universe. Topics covered include the basic properties of stars; the birth, life, and death of stars; stellar explosions; the origin of the elements; white dwarf stars, neutron stars, and black holes; the interstellar medium; structure and evolution of the Milky Way and other galaxies; and the origin and fate of the Universe. Taken concurrently with PHYS 1050, this course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery – Scientific Literacy with Lab Category.
Additional Information
Campus: Main
Schedule Type: Lecture
Instructional Method: Traditional
Attribute: Area VI:Natural Science w/ Lab Increase Foundatn Knowldge SLO Scientific Literacy with a Lab Scientific Literacy SLO
| Physics Class Fee $2.00 Flat Fee |
| MATH 1100 Min grade = C or MATH 1110 Min grade = C or MATH 1140 Min grade = C or MATH 1160 Min grade = C or MATH 1180 Min grade = C or MATH 1220 Min grade = C or MATH 1230 Min grade = C or MATH 1700 Min grade = C or MATH 1710 Min grade = C or MATH 2000 Min grade = C or ACT Math Test Score at least 20 or SAT Mathematics Test Score at least 490 |
| Instructor(s): | Korista, Kirk T (Primary) Agarwal, Shiva |
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