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Below is a listing of courses available at Pomona College including their course catalog description and a link to an associated webpage if applicable

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Astronomy 1 -- Introduction to Astronomy.  A non-mathematical introduction to astronomy, which covers the entire range of phenomena from basic physics, planetary astronomy, stellar astrophysics and cosmology. Intended for non-majors. Spring semester. 

Astronomy 6 -- Archeoastronomy and World Cosmology. Explores the development of astronomy and cosmology around the world and the relationship of astronomy to the cultures of society ancient and modern. Includes field trips to local dark sky sites, including a camping expedition to a dark sky site in Southern California. Spring Semester.

Astronomy 51 -- Advanced Introduction to Astronomy
An advanced introductory course which includes astronomy and astrophysics, and explores both the quantitative underpinnings of astrophysics and the observational studies of stars, galaxies, and nebulae in an advanced laboratory. An ideal course for first and second year students with some knowledge of physics. Spring Semester.

Astronomy 62 -- Introduction to Astrophysics. Introduction to astrophysics with emphasis on topics of interest to students with a strong background in introductory physics. Topics include solar physics, stellar structure and cosmology. Spring Semester 

Astronomy 101 -- Observational Astronomy. Visual, photographic and electronic observations of astronomical objects. Discussion of infrared and radio astronomy, as well as space-based UV and X-ray astronomy. Requires a year of physics and either Astro 1 or Astro 62 or permission from instructor. Fall Semester. 

Astronomy 120 -- Star Formation and the Interstellar Medium. A survey of the formation of stars and planets in the universe, the galactic interstellar medium and the theoretical and observational aspects of understanding the conditions and evolution of matter in the galaxy. Offered alternate years.

Astronomy 121 -- Cosmology and Extragalactic Astrophysics. Examines the large-scale structure of the Universe and the evolution of the universe from the Big Bang to the present epoch. Offered alternate years.

Astronomy 122 - High-Energy Astrophysics. Analysis of the results of new ultraviolet, x-ray and gamma ray observations, and the astrophysical processes that produce high-energy photone. Offered alternate years.

Astronomy 123 -- Stellar Structure and Evolution. A rigorous treatment of stellar atmospheres and radiative transfer. Topics include stellar energy generation, evoltuion on and away from the main sequence, and the internal structures of stars and other self-gravitating objects. Offered alternate years.




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