Course Syllabus
This course, designed for non-science majors, will explore the history of planetary astronomy and our current understanding of the Solar System. {3 lec/3 lab (4 cr.)}.
Although there is no math requisite listed, there will be a fair amount of mathematical problem solving in this course.
To access course materials (lectures, videos, assignments), click on Modules in the left navigation menu.
Instructor Name: Dr. Bruce Brazell
Email Address: bruce.brazell@navarrocollege.edu; You can also contact me via Canvas Messaging.
Office Hours: Tuesdays 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM; Thursdays 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM; other times by appointment
Office Phone: 903-354-5282 (text first)
Zoom Office: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9776680885?pwd=RXZWa1RyNG5IcDRXamZxeURmaTlaZz09
Textbook
Great news: your textbook for this class is available for free online!
Astronomy from OpenStax, ISBN-13: 978-1-951693-50-3
Direct links to the reading assignments are provided in each weekly module.
You can also purchase a copy from the bookstore, Amazon or other online bookseller, or directly from OpenStax.
Additional Information
Canvas App Information - You can use the app on your phone to access class to see announcements, take quizzes, and take exams. Let me know if you are experiencing issues with the labs and we can try to work something out.
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