PHS-101--(4)
PHYSICAL SCIENCE
Prerequisite: MTH-095 or 1 year of high school algebra. Introduces chemistry, physics and astronomy for nonscience majors. Fee is required. (5 contact hours)

PHS-103--(4)
DESCRIPTIVE ASTRONOMY
Studies structure, motions, origin, and evolution of the solar systems, stars, galaxies, and the universe. Requires some night observations. Fee is required. (5 contact hours)

PHS-105--(3)
ASTRONOMY-COSMOS
Explores astronomy and space exploration in the broadest human context. Embraces many sciences and cultures, and provides cosmic perspective for the planet Earth. Investigates diverse topics such as cosmic catastrophies, travel to the stars, cosmic influences on evolution, collisions of the continents, origin of life, contact with other civilizations, birth and death of stars and galaxies, future of the earth, and origin and fate of the universe. (3 contact hours)