ASTR 5Introductory Astronomy: The Formation and Evolution of the Universe
The universe explained. Fundamental concepts of modern cosmology (Big Bang, dark matter, curved space, black holes, star and galaxy formation), the basic physics underlying them, and their scientific development. Intended for non-science majors. ASTR 3, ASTR 4, and ASTR 5 are independent and may be taken separately.
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When it runs
Winter 2027Open Winter 2027
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Tue Thu 1:30pm–3:05pm | Thim Lecture 003 | B. E. Robertson | Open 0/200 |
Spring 2026Open Spring 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Mon Wed Fri 2:40pm–3:45pm | Thim Lecture 003 | R. J. Foley | Open 172/200 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brant Robertson | 2.8 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 40% | 5 |
| Ryan Foley | 3.4 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 56% | 17 |
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