Astronomy explores various topics including the history and development of Astronomy, our solar system and the planets within it, our Sun, stars, the Milky Way, Galaxies, and Cosmology. There are new discoveries made everyday. Students will have an opportunity to explore some these discoveries in their classes.

Courses Offered

Astronomy 109: The Solar System
Astronomy 110: Stars and Galaxies
Astronomy 112: Cosmology
Astronomy 140: Astronomy Lab.

All courses satisfy general education requirements, and the Astronomy Lab course satisfies the physical science lab requirement.  Astronomy 109, 110, 112, and 140 will give students a good foundation from which they can pursue their own career in Astronomy.

For interested students, Santiago Canyon College offers two degrees

• Associates of Science in Science in Astronomy (33223)
• Associates of Science in Science with an emphasis in Astronomy.

For information about the degrees offered in Astronomy, please contact Prof. Barembaum or Prof. Martino.