Mar 11, 2026  
University Catalog 2021-2022 
    
University Catalog 2021-2022 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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ASTR 3601 - Ancient and Modern Views of the Universe

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This course is repeatable: No
Max # of units may be repeated: 0
Total # of units allowed for credit: 3
Max times this course can be taken for credit: 1

Course Description: Scientific theories of the Universe from ancient Mediterranean and Chinese cultures to present day Big Bang Cosmologies. Satisfies the upper division writing course in the major requirement for physics and astronomy majors. Intensive practice in writing scientific reports including physics and astronomy literature searches.
Credit Hours: 3 lecture hour(s) per week

Grading: ABCDF
Mode of Delivery: Face to Face
Campus: Main Campus
Equivalent Course(s): None
Prerequisite(s): Completion of GE 4 basic subjects and a course each from lower division Blocks B, C and D.
Needs Permission to Enroll: No
Special Fee Applied: No

GE UD B (wi) GWAR
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