Minor in Astronomy and Astrophysics

Minor in Astronomy and Astrophysics

The astronomy and astrophysics minor builds a working familiarity with astronomical concepts and prepares students for work environments that require scientific, critical and creative thinking and problem solving. With popular courses including Origins of the Cosmos and Stars, Planets and Life in the Universe, this minor complements virtually any course of study.


Course Requirements

The following requirements must be fulfilled: 15 credits, including 12 credits in required courses and one 3-credit elective course.

Required
PHYS 1011General Physics I
or PHYS 1021 University Physics I
PHYS 1012General Physics II
or PHYS 1022 University Physics II
ASTR 1001Stars, Planets, and Life in the Universe
or ASTR 1002 Origins of the Cosmos
ASTR 2121Introduction to Modern Astrophysics
One of the following:
ASTR 2131Astrophysics Seminar
ASTR 3141Data Analysis in Astrophysics
ASTR 3161Space Astrophysics