This is an introductory astronomy survey class that covers our understanding of the physical universe and its major constituents, including planetary systems, stars, galaxies, black holes, quasars, larger structures, and the universe as a whole.
The Evolving Universe
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There are 10 modules in this course
Welcome to The Evolving Universe!
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7 videos2 readings7 assignments
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10 videos2 readings11 assignments
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7 videos2 readings8 assignments
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8 videos2 readings9 assignments
What's included
8 videos2 readings9 assignments
What's included
8 videos2 readings9 assignments
What's included
11 videos2 readings12 assignments
What's included
11 videos2 readings12 assignments
What's included
7 videos2 readings8 assignments
What's included
10 videos2 readings11 assignments
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AH
5
Reviewed on Oct 18, 2015
Took this professor's course in Galaxies and Cosmology which was for 2nd year physics majors. I think this course is a more general course for non-physics-majors. Excellent course!
CM
4
Reviewed on Aug 13, 2020
Excellent course, although the math was a bit overwhelming. I however achieved my goal of gaining a broader understanding of the universe.
CA
5
Reviewed on May 21, 2019
An absolute wealth of knowledge crammed into a relatively short course. In addition it is beautiful. Teacher is so well informed and pleasant to listen to.
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