School of Engineering and Science
Undergraduate

Term: Fall 2026
Session: Full Term (Aug 31 - Dec 18)
Start Date: Monday, Aug 31, 2026
End Date: Friday, Dec 18, 2026
Availability: On Campus
Day(s): Mon./Wed./Fri.
Time: 03:00 PM to 03:30 PM

This course examines the nature and distribution of the stars and galaxies in the universe. Theories of Newton Kepler Einstein and Hawking among others are reviewed to aid the student to understand the processes of star formation. Aspects of gravity nuclear fusion chemical evolution radio astronomy black holes pulsars and the Big Bang theory are discussed. The course also reviews and examines the properties and characteristics of the planetary bodies in the solar system. The potential uses of zero gravity environments for industrial purposes the mining of planetary bodies and space travel are discussed. Principles of scientific inquiry are integrated throughout the course.This course is developed for Honors students as fulfillment for part of the Honors program. As such the breadth and depth of content coverage is expected to be greater than that of the normal GEOL1090 course.