Online Class: Astronomy 101 - Exploring Our Universe
|  | | | "For I dipped into the Future, far as the human eye could see; saw the vision of the world, and all the wonder that would be." - Lord Alfred Tennyson, 1842  | Course Cost: 6 Month Subscription Basic Course (no certificate) = $30.00 Course with Online Certificate* = $55.00 |
"The most incomprehensible thing about the universe is that it is comprehensible."
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 Astronomy Course Description The universe is comprised of infinite space both on Earth and beyond. It is quite illuminating to discover the expansiveness that can be found by studying the night skies and not only learning about the array of celestial objects that exist but also understanding the reasons behind certain formations and intergalactic activities. In this course we're going to explore our night sky, constellations, our solar system, our galaxy, and what lies beyond the far reaches of space. In addition, we'll learn about past and current projects for space exploration, as well as future ideas for space travel. Our journey will also take us to black holes, quasars, supernovaes, brown dwarfs, and the string theory. And Lastly, we'll explore in depth on how we make observations from earth, and touch on the mechanics of optical telescopes that aid us in exploring the night sky.
Astronomical Course Lessons |  | Lesson 1: Cosmic ViewThe universe is comprised of infinite space both on Earth and beyond. In this lesson, we'll explore the cosmic view, star variances, and the Hertzsprung-Russel Diagram. | Lesson 2: ConstellationsIn this lesson we'll explore measurements used to find the location of stars (celestial coordinates), and the constellations: Pegasus, Andromeda, Perseus, Hercules, Lyra, Sagittarius, Taurus, Gemini, Lepus, Canis Major, Canis Minor, Capricornus, Leo, etc. | Lesson 3: Exploring the Solar SystemNot only children as they lay awake at night, but many, many grown people in an attempt to understand and take in the breadth of celestial bodies that make-up the universe, have also invested inordinate amounts of time studying and reading about the solar | Lesson 4: Planets and MoonsLet's explore our planets and moons in this solar system: Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto. | Lesson 5: Space Exploration - The Final FrontierThe Final Frontier | Lesson 6: Future Plans for Space ExplorationThe Final Frontier | Lesson 7: Exploring Beyond the Solar System - Black HolesWhile we have utilized both words, astronomy and cosmology, we have yet to fully define the latter of the two. | Lesson 8: Quasars, Supernovae, Brown Dwarfs, String TheoryWhile we have utilized both words, astronomy and cosmology, we have yet to fully define the latter of the two. | Lesson 9: Observation Made SimpleWe began our discussion of astronomy outlining the basics tenets of star gazing. In Chapter One we provided information regarding the types of stars and constellations you may hope to see dependent upon the season in which you are viewing. |
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This is a fun course, which I hope will stimulate your natural curiosity of exploring the unknown. In addition to the standard Certificate of Course Completion, Merit Awards may be issued by the instructor at his/her own discretion and are based on student achievement. Merit awards also incur an additional $30.00 processing fee that covers the customization, printing, and delivery of the award, as well as access to the UniversalClass™ Portfolio Service that documents your achievements online. Official Merit Awards have a serial number that verifies the authenticity of the award (great for employers to verify your achievement).
| | Additional Information about Astronomy 101 | Course Title | : | Astronomy 101 | | CEU Value | : | | | Course Number | : | 31694 | | Course Type | : | High School Level | | Course URL | : | | | Course Rating | : |  | | Instructor | : | | | Syllabus | : | | | Grading Policy | : | Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to successfully complete this course | | Assessment Method | : | Lesson assignments and review exams | | Course Review | : | | | Duration | : | Continuous: Enroll anytime! | | Requirements | : | View Technical Requirements | | Course Fee | : | Basic Course: $30 | | | | |
NOT FOR COLLEGE CREDIT This is a non-credit course, and is provided for your personal enrichment.
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