17 courses with the subject ASTR, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
An introductory course covering the formation, characteristics, and motions of objects in our solar system. Additional topics include the historical development of astronomy, extra-solar planets, and telescopes. No credit given to students who have credit for ASTR 101 or ASTR 105. Fall.
An introductory course covering stars and their evolution, galaxies, and cosmology. Additional topics include fundamental forces in nature, nuclear reactions, origin of the elements, atomic spectra, and black holes. No credit given to students who have credit for ASTR 101 or 105. Spring.
A laboratory course using observational and measurement methods employed in the field of astronomy. Students will observe the current sky with additional emphasis on solar system objects and the techniques used to study them. No credit given to students who have credit for ASTR 111. Pre- or
A laboratory course using observational and measurement methods employed in the field of astronomy. Students will observe the current sky with additional emphasis on galactic and extra-galactic objects and the techniques used to study them. No credit given to students who have credit for ASTR 111. Pre- or
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See Physics department chair.
A quantitative introductory course covering the physical processes that govern the formation and evolution of star–planet systems, including the Solar System. Pre- or
A quantitative introductory course covering the physical processes that govern the formation and evolution of galaxies and large-scale structures in the universe.
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See Physics department chair.
Astronomy is the oldest science; it is also inherently interdisciplinary, as astronomical phenomena can be found interwoven within the economics, politics, art, religion and rituals, and philosophies of all civilizations. This course will explore how non-Western and indigenous peoples have observed, conceptualized, and utilized the celestial patterns in the sky. Special emphasis will be placed on the cosmography and astronomical knowledge of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians and other indigenous peoples from the Americas. The course will include numerous invited talks from tribal elders, along with substantial reading and discussions. Contextualization of the indigenous cosmographies presented in class will be achieved in the accompanying laboratory component, which will focus on semester-long naked-eye observations of celestial motions. Odd years Fall.
Provides a broad introduction to methods in observational astronomy, including techniques used to measure a wide range of observable astrophysical processes across the electromagnetic spectrum (from gamma rays to radio astronomy). The lab component of the course focuses on project-based investigations on topics of the students’ choosing, utilizing the optical capabilities of the university telescope at Lookout Observatory.
Physical processes applied to astronomical phenomena, including star formation, stellar structure and evolution, and compact stellar remnants. The interstellar medium, from which stars form, will also be examined.
The physical processes governing the formation and evolution of galaxies, galaxy clusters, active galactic nuclei, and the cosmic web.
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See Physics department chair.
Provides an introduction to computational methods in observational astronomy. The class will be structured as a project-based exploration of professional astronomy data. No previous computing experience is required, but the course content will rely heavily on computer-based projects. The course includes an introduction to basic command-line programming (Unix and Python), statistical analysis, and data visualization, all placed within the context of astrophysical investigations.
Basic gravitational physics of black holes, and the large scale evolution of the universe, including evidence for the Big Bang Model. Galaxies and the intergalactic medium will be an essential part of this discussion.
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See Physics department chair.
Independent research under the supervision of a faculty mentor. An IP grade may be awarded at the discretion of the instructor. May be repeated for a total of 6 hours of credit.
Source: University of North Carolina Asheville's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
