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AST112 Introduction to Stars, Galaxies, and Cosmology 4 Credits

Introduction to astronomy for the non-science major. Structure and evolution of stars; supernovae, black holes, and quasars; nebulae; star clusters; galaxies; cosmology, including the birth and death of the universe.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT092 or higher, or satisfactory district placement.

Course Notes: AST106, AST111, and AST112 cover three areas of Astronomy. These courses can be taken in any order or combination.

It is highly encouraged that you attend the FREE MCC Physics and Astronomy Boot Camp that occurs prior to the beginning of the semester. Participants will review key skills necessary for success; participants will be better prepared for their course. Visit https://www.mesacc.edu/students/foundations-student-success/boot-camps for more information and to register.

Additional Course Notes: Note that AST111 is not a prerequisite for this course.
General Education Designations: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]
Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
26873
Dobson Campus

PS 105
In Person
Lecture
01/14/2025 – 05/09/2025

Spring
TuTh
12:00 PM – 1:15 PM

Kevin Healy, Ph.D.

Class Started

Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 26873 must also register for .

Class Fee: $5.00
27705

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025

Spring

Kevin Healy, Ph.D.

Class Started

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.

Class 27705 Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]. Students are required to submit an initial assignment due within the first few days of class. Students are required to have access to a computer and internet. A webcam and microphone are recommended. A mobile device may not be sufficient for all course content.

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 27705 must also register for .

Class Fee: $5.00
27664

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
03/17/2025 – 05/09/2025

Spring Flex Start

Janice A. Hester, Ph.D.

Closed

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.

iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 27664: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong

Class 27664 Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]. Students are required to submit an initial assignment due within the first few days of class. Students are required to have access to a computer and internet. A webcam and microphone are recommended. A mobile device may not be sufficient for all course content.

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 27664 must also register for .
AST112 – Labs
27542
Dobson Campus

PS 105
In Person
Lab
01/14/2025 – 05/09/2025

Spring
TuTh
1:30 PM – 2:45 PM

Kevin Healy, Ph.D.

Class Started

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 27542 must also register for .
27706

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025

Spring

Kevin Healy, Ph.D.

Class Started

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 27706 Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 27706 must also register for .
27665

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
03/17/2025 – 05/09/2025

Spring Flex Start

Janice A. Hester, Ph.D.

Closed

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 27665 Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 27665 must also register for .