Solar System Courses and Certifications

Planets

Explore planetary science, examining planetary attributes and systems while uncovering the impact of space missions on our understanding of the cosmos.

• California Community Colleges System
• 15 weeks, 3 hours a week
• 3rd Sep, 2024
• Paid Course

Cosmic Evolution

Explore the cosmos, from its origin to its future, examining galaxies, stars, planets, and the potential for extraterrestrial life.

• California Community Colleges System
• 17 weeks, 3 hours a week
• 17th Aug, 2024
• Paid Course

Earth Science

Explore Earth's major physical systems and its place in the solar system through geology, geography, oceanography, meteorology, and astronomy.

• California Community Colleges System
• 17 weeks, 3 hours a week
• 19th Aug, 2024
• Paid Course

Exploring The Solar System

Investigate the Solar System's origins, celestial bodies, and potential for extraterrestrial life while exploring space exploration history and challenges.

• California Community Colleges System
• 17 weeks, 3 hours a week
• 19th Aug, 2024
• Paid Course

Planets & Solar System w/Lab

Explore planets, moons, and celestial bodies within solar systems through engaging lectures and hands-on laboratory activities.

• California Community Colleges System
• 13 weeks, 4 hours a week
• 3rd Sep, 2024
• Paid Course

Solar System Astronomy

Explore the solar system's physical principles, history, and modern discoveries through planetarium demonstrations and spacecraft exploration.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 5 hours a week
• 23rd Sep, 2024
• Paid Course

Introduction to Astronomy

Explore the universe's fundamental concepts, from planets to galaxies, in this non-technical astronomy survey. Discover space exploration findings and modern cosmology insights.

• California Community Colleges System
• 15 weeks, 3 hours a week
• 26th Aug, 2024
• Paid Course

Understanding the Universe: An Introduction to Astronomy, 2nd Edition

356 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Get a comprehensive overview of the grandest of all subjects-the universe-in this brilliant and fascinating course taught by one of America's foremost astronomers.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 2 days 2 hours 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Fundamentals of Geology

Explore Earth's origins, processes, and materials through fundamental geological concepts. Gain insights into minerals, rocks, volcanism, earthquakes, and natural resources, providing a comprehensive introduction to Earth System Sciences.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Descriptive Astronomy

Explore the wonders of the universe, from our solar system to distant galaxies, in this comprehensive survey of contemporary astronomy.

• California Community Colleges System
• 17 weeks, 3 hours a week
• 19th Aug, 2024
• Paid Course

A Field Guide to the Planets

113 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

<p>Explore planets, moons, asteroids, comets, exoplanets, and so much more with an expert guide who will show you the most cutting-edge images and research—and what the future of space exploration could be.</p>

• The Great Courses Plus
• 12 hours 39 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

The Life and Death of Stars

70 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Gain a better understanding of these spectacular celestial bodies in this enthralling course which features dazzling imagery from Hubble, informative graphics, and animations.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 11 hours 55 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Life in Our Universe

59 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Peer into the exciting new field of astrobiology and learn what science knows about one of the most fundamental questions of all time: Is there life elsewhere in the universe?

• The Great Courses Plus
• 12 hours 8 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Royal Observatory, Greenwich

Our Solar System and Beyond: Teaching Primary Science

Improve your knowledge of space science to help you deliver primary science lessons that are out of this world.

• FutureLearn
• 3 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Introduction to Astronomy: Solar System

Explore the formation, characteristics, and diversity of our solar system, from inner rocky planets to outer gas giants and icy bodies, with a special focus on Mars and potential for life.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video