Astronomy

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The WVC Earth Sciences Department is committed to offering comprehensive courses that promote understanding the Earth and the Universe. Courses range from those designed for the non-science major to Earth Science major transfer students in Geological Sciences, Astronomy, Meteorology, Climatology, and geological or hydrological Environmental Science.

Program Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate understanding of theories and application of concepts pertinent to Earth Sciences and Astronomy, including the ability to make direct observations of the world and interpret the observations scientifically.

Demonstrate competence and self-confidence required to gain a fuller practical and theoretical understanding of Earth Sciences.

Perform scientific research on terrestrial and astronomical phenomena using scientific methods.

Know when and how to utilize and manipulate laboratory equipment, specimens, field observations, and numerical data to investigate phenomena of the Earth and Universe in a lab setting, in the field, and on a computing device.

Classes

ASTR& 101: Introduction to Astronomy

Credits

Explore the universe through scientific analysis of astronomical images, observations and measurements. Learn the history of astronomy, the nature of light, how to locate and identify objects in the night sky, how the solar system originated, stars, galaxies, and the expansion of the universe. Indoor and outdoor laboratory exercises.