This course enables students to view the historical development of astronomy, to be aware of the tools of astronomy, and to critically analyze collected data to achieve an appreciation of the nature of the universe. This study begins with the ancient concept of the heavens, through medieval investigations of natural laws, and leads to present concepts in planetary systems, stellar evolution, cosmology and exobiology. (CSU/UC)Â (AA/AS-B2, CSU-B1, IGETC-5A)
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