ASTR 107

An introduction to astronomy with a lab, emphasizing the physics underlying the behaviour of the universe and the means by which it is observed. Topics include Newtonian mechanics and gravitation, electromagnetic waves, observing instruments, the sun and solar system, stars, galaxies, cosmology and black holes. Section information text: <strong>Course Description: </strong>An introduction to astronomy with a lab, emphasizing the physics underlying the behaviour of the universe and the means by which it is observed. Topics include Newtonian mechanics and gravitation, electromagnetic waves, observing instruments, the sun and solar system, stars, galaxies, cosmology and black holes. <br/><strong>Note: </strong>ASTR 107 is an approved Numeracy course for Cap Core requirements. ASTR 107 is an approved Quantitative/Analytical course for baccalaureate degrees. ASTR 107 is an approved Science course. ASTR 107 is an approved Lab Science course.<br/><strong>Reg Notes: </strong> This course has an Online lecture, and In-Person lab component. Students must register for both the lecture and lab component of the course. The lecture component of this course is equivalent to ASTR106. The lab component will include observations and students may be asked to go out for observations in the evenings.<br/><strong>