PHYS 170 - Your Cosmic Context

This course examines the nature, contents, and history of the universe. Topics include dark matter and dark energy, Einstein’s general relativity, the big bang theory and its evidence, the emergence of complex life in the universe, and cultural and personal aspects of cosmology.

Credits: 3

Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)

gtPathways: SC2

Prerequisites: TRS 92 OR MATH 110 OR Computed Math Placement Score MA110