Lee V. Pollard HighAstronomy 1a-1b

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

This course is a practical survey course in which students learn about ancient, classical, and modern astronomy and cosmology; construct their own simple instruments, and learn observational techniques using binoculars, telescopes, and the naked eye. The program of observation will include lunar phases and mapping; mapping the planets and charting their motions, star mapping and observation; and observing deep-sky objects such as galaxies and nebula. Classroom study will include early astronomy, orbits and gravitation, structure of the solar system and types of planets, satellites, rings, comets, meteors, and asteroids, structures and evolution of stars and galaxies, and cosmology.

Grades: 10-12

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