JCCC Courses I Teach

ASTR 120 – Fundamentals of Astronomy

This course is a study of the universe from the earth, moon, and planets to the stars and the most distant galaxies. Topics include black holes, quasars, and the origin of the universe, and the possibility of life on other planets. Current astronomical discoveries are discussed in class as they occur. Access to astronomical Web sites is available to students in this course. 3 hrs. lecture/wk.

ASTR 122 – Astronomy

This course is a study of the universe from the earth, moon, and planets to the stars and the most distant galaxies. Topics include black holes, quasars, and the origin of the universe, and the possibility of life on other planets. Current astronomical discoveries are discussed in class as they occur. Access to astronomical Web sites is available to students in this course. 3 hrs. lecture, 2 hrs. lab/wk., 5 nighttime telescope sessions are required. Note: An honors contract is available. Contact the Honors Program Office, COM 201, for more information.

ASTR 122H Honors Astronomy

A one-credit-hour honors contract is available to qualified students who have an interest in a more thorough investigation of a topic related to this subject. An honors contract may incorporate research, a paper, or a project and includes individual meetings with a faculty mentor. Students must be currently enrolled in the regular section of the courses or have completed it the previous semester. Contact the Honors Program Office, COM 201, for more information. (Requires departmental approval.)