Course Details
Course Details

Course Details

George Mason University

ASTR111: The Solar System

Topics include history of astronomy, evolution of the solar system, properties of planets, scientific method, critical thinking, nature of light, and principles of telescope design. Notes: ASTR 111 and 112 can be used to fulfill a 4-credit lab science requirement; not for physics majors.

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Delivery Method
Online
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Delivery Method
Campus
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Delivery Method
Hybrid
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Credits
3.0
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Department
PHYS
Dual Enrollment
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Type
Transfer
Offered
High School
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College Campus
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Offered
Online
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Offered
Hybrid
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Dual Enrollment Notes
High school dual enrollment courses are offered to students participating in STEM Partnership Programs
Where Will This Course Transfer?
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Institution Identifier Name Notes Level
Northern Virginia Community CollegePHYEEEN/A2-Year
Northern Virginia Community CollegeNASEEEN/A2-Year
Southside Virginia Community CollegeNAS131Astronomy: Solar System2-Year
Virginia Western Community CollegeNAS131Astronomy: Solar System2-Year
Marymount UniversityASTR101Astronomy4-Year
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityPHYS103ELEMENTARY ASTRONOMY4-Year