{"id":8863,"date":"2020-08-31T14:01:58","date_gmt":"2020-08-31T18:01:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/astronomy\/?page_id=8863"},"modified":"2026-06-01T13:16:41","modified_gmt":"2026-06-01T17:16:41","slug":"fulfill-your-requirements","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/astronomy\/academics\/courses\/fulfill-your-requirements\/","title":{"rendered":"BU Hub and Astronomy Lab Courses"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>BU Hub Units<\/h2>\n<p>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/hub\/hub-requirements\/\">BU Hub<\/a><\/strong> is Boston University\u2019s innovative general education program for all undergraduate students that emphasizes working across disciplines to prepare for a complex and diverse world. Students can explore a variety of courses and innovative learning experiences while developing six essential capacities and fulfilling Hub requirements.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Review which BU undergraduate Astronomy courses<br \/>\nsatisfy BU Hub unit requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n<table style=\"border:none;\">\n<col>\n<colgroup span=\"2\"><\/colgroup>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; width: 50%;\">\n<h3 style=\"background-color: #E1BE6A;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/astronomy\/academics\/courses\/fulfill-your-requirements#by-course\">By Course<\/a><\/span<\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; width: 50%;\">\n<h3 style=\"background-color: #40B0A6;\"><span style=\"color: #FFFFFF;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/astronomy\/academics\/courses\/fulfill-your-requirements#by-hub-units\">By Hub Unit<\/a><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<table>\n<hr>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>CAS Natural Sciences Lab Requirement<\/h2>\n<p><small><i>&#8220;CAS requires all students to complete one natural science course that includes a laboratory component. Central to a modern liberal arts and sciences education is the exposure of undergraduates to the natural sciences. &#8230; This experience is necessary for students to obtain a comprehensive liberal arts and sciences education.&#8221; &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/academics\/cas\/programs\/natural-sciences-laboratory-requirement\/\">CAS Bulletin<\/a><\/i><\/small><br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\nThe following BU undergraduate Astronomy courses satisfy the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/academics\/cas\/programs\/natural-sciences-laboratory-requirement\/\">CAS Natural Science Laboratory<\/a><\/strong> requirement:<\/p>\n<table style=\"border:none;\">\n<col>\n<colgroup span=\"2\"><\/colgroup>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"vertical-align: top; width: 20%;\">\n<h4>Astronomy<\/h4>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 80%;\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/academics\/cas\/courses\/cas-as-101\/\">AS 101<\/a> &#8211; The Solar System<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/academics\/cas\/courses\/cas-as-102\/\">AS 102<\/a> &#8211; The Astronomical Universe<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/academics\/cas\/courses\/cas-as-202\/\">AS 202<\/a> &#8211; Principles of Astronomy 1<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/academics\/cas\/courses\/cas-as-203\/\">AS 203<\/a> &#8211; Principles of Astronomy 2<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/academics\/cas\/courses\/cas-as-441\/\">AS 441<\/a> &#8211; Observational Astronomy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr>\n<p><a id=\"by-course\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Astronomy Hub Courses by Course Number<\/h2>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<li>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">CAS AS:&nbsp;&nbsp;100 - 109<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"100-level\"><\/a><\/p>\n<table border=\"1px\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th colspan=\"3\"><strong><big>Courses for Non-Science Majors<\/big><\/strong><br \/>\n<i><small>Primarily intended for students not majoring in one of the natural sciences.<\/small><\/i><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td align=\"left\" style=\"background-color: #40B0A6;\"><span style=\"color: #FFFFFF;\"><strong><i>Course<\/i><\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<td align=\"left\" style=\"background-color: #40B0A6;\"><span style=\"color: #FFFFFF;\"><strong><i>CAS Lab Credit ?<\/i><\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<td align=\"left\" style=\"background-color: #40B0A6;\"><span style=\"color: #FFFFFF;\"><strong><i>BU Hub Areas<\/i><\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>AS 100<\/strong>: Cosmic Controversies<\/td>\n<td align=\"left\" style=\"background-color: #DBDBDC;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/td>\n<td><small><strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Scientific Inquiry I<br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Quantitative Reasoning I<br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Teamwork\/Collaboration<\/small><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>AS 101<\/strong>: The Solar System<\/td>\n<td><small>Yes !<\/small><\/td>\n<td><small><strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Scientific Inquiry I<br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Quantitative Reasoning I<br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Critical Thinking<\/small><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>AS 102<\/strong>: The Astronomical Universe<\/td>\n<td><small>Yes !<\/small><\/td>\n<td><small><i><strong>Eff. Fall 2018:<\/strong><\/i><br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Scientific Inquiry I<br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Quantitative Reasoning I<br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Teamwork\/Collaboration<br \/>\n<i><strong>Eff. Fall 2024:<\/strong><\/i><br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Scientific Inquiry I<br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Quantitative Reasoning I<br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Critical Thinking<\/small>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>AS 105<\/strong>: Alien Worlds<\/td>\n<td align=\"left\" style=\"background-color: #DBDBDC;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/td>\n<td><small><i><strong>Eff. Fall 2018:<\/strong><\/i><br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Historical Consciousness<br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Scientific Inquiry I<br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Critical Thinking<br \/>\n<i><strong>Eff. Fall 2024:<\/strong><\/i><br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Quantitative Reasoning I<br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Scientific Inquiry I<br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Critical Thinking<\/small>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>AS 107<\/strong>: Life Beyond Earth &#8211;<br \/>\nA Consideration of<br \/>\nExtraterrestrial<br \/>\nCivilizations<\/td>\n<td align=\"left\" style=\"background-color: #DBDBDC;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/td>\n<td><small><strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Scientific Inquiry I<br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Quantitative Reasoning I<\/small><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>AS 109<\/strong>: Cosmology<\/td>\n<td align=\"left\" style=\"background-color: #DBDBDC;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/td>\n<td><small><strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Scientific Inquiry I<br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Quantitative Reasoning I<br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Critical Thinking<\/small><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">CAS AS:&nbsp;&nbsp;200 - 492<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"majors\"><\/a><a id=\"as-minor\"><\/a><\/p>\n<table border=\"1px\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th colspan=\"3\"><strong><big>Courses for Science Majors<\/big><\/strong><br \/>\n<i><small>Primarily intended for students majoring in one of the natural sciences.<\/small><\/i><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td align=\"left\" style=\"background-color: #40B0A6;\"><span style=\"color: #FFFFFF;\"><strong><i>Course<\/i><\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<td align=\"left\" style=\"background-color: #40B0A6;\"><span style=\"color: #FFFFFF;\"><strong><i>CAS Lab Credit ?<\/i><\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<td align=\"left\" style=\"background-color: #40B0A6;\"><span style=\"color: #FFFFFF;\"><strong><i>BU Hub Areas<\/i><\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>AS 202<\/strong>: Principles of Astronomy I<\/td>\n<td><small>Yes !<\/small><\/td>\n<td><small><strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Scientific Inquiry I<br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Quantitative Reasoning I<br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Critical Thinking<\/small><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>AS 203<\/strong>: Principles of Astronomy II<\/td>\n<td><small>Yes !<\/small><\/td>\n<td><small><strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Scientific Inquiry II<br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Quantitative Reasoning II<br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Critical Thinking<\/small><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>AS 311<\/strong>: Planetary Physics<\/td>\n<td align=\"left\" style=\"background-color: #DBDBDC;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/td>\n<td><small><strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Digital\/Multimedia Expression<br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Scientific Inquiry II<br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Teamwork\/Collaboration<\/small><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>AS 312<\/strong>: Stellar and Galactic Astrophysics<\/td>\n<td align=\"left\" style=\"background-color: #DBDBDC;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/td>\n<td><small><i><strong>Eff. Fall 2019:<\/strong><\/i><br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Scientific Inquiry II<br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Quantitative Reasoning II<br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Teamwork\/Collaboration<br \/>\n<i><strong>Eff. Fall 2020:<\/strong><\/i><br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Scientific Inquiry II<br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Quantitative Reasoning II<br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Creativity\/Innovation<\/small><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>AS 401\/402<\/strong>: Honors Work in Astronomy<\/td>\n<td align=\"left\" style=\"background-color: #DBDBDC;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/td>\n<td align=\"left\" style=\"background-color: #DBDBDC;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>AS 413<\/strong>: Extragalactic Astrophysics and Cosmology<\/td>\n<td align=\"left\" style=\"background-color: #DBDBDC;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/td>\n<td><small><strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Historical Consciousness<br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Research and Information Literacy<\/small><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>AS 414<\/strong>: Solar and Space Physics<\/td>\n<td align=\"left\" style=\"background-color: #DBDBDC;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/td>\n<td><small><strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Oral and\/or Signed Communication<br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Historical Consciousness<br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Research and Information Literacy<\/small><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>AS 441<\/strong>: Observational Astronomy<\/td>\n<td><small>Yes !<\/small><\/td>\n<td><small><strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Oral and\/or Signed Communication<br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Writing-Intensive Course<br \/>\n<strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Research and Information Literacy<\/small><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>AS 491\/492<\/strong>: Directed Study in Astronomy<\/td>\n<td align=\"left\" style=\"background-color: #DBDBDC;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/td>\n<td align=\"left\" style=\"background-color: #DBDBDC;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr>\n<p><a id=\"by-hub-units\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Astronomy Courses by BU Hub Unit Area<\/h2>\n<table style=\"border:none;\">\n<col>\n<colgroup span=\"2\"><\/colgroup>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"vertical-align: top; width: 20%;\">\n<h3>Note<\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 80%;\">The number (i.e. &#8220;(3)&#8221;) to the right of the Hub Unit category name reflects the total number of Astronomy Department courses which contain that Hub unit, both historically and currently, followed by a second number if a subset of those courses previously had the Hub unit but no longer do for active semesters, indicated by brackets for the number of courses that previously had the Hub unit (i.e. &#8220;{1}&#8221;).\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h4 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><i>Philosophical Inquiry and Life\u2019s Meanings (PLM) &mdash; <strong>(0)<\/strong><\/i><\/h4><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><br \/>\n<i>There are not currently any Astronomy courses which fulfill this BU Hub unit.<\/i><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h4 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><i>Aesthetic Exploration (AEX) &mdash; <strong>(0)<\/strong><\/i><\/h4><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><br \/>\n<i>There are not currently any Astronomy courses which fulfill this BU Hub unit.<\/i><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Historical Consciousness (HCO) &mdash; <strong>(3, {1})<\/strong><\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 105<\/strong> \u2014 <i>Alien Worlds<\/i><br \/>\nExamination of planets in other star systems and comparison with planets in our solar system. Study the historical context of planetary astrophysics and changes in our understanding of planetary formation and evolution. Explore the possibility of life on other worlds. Carries natural science divisional credit (without lab) in CAS. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Fall 2018<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: <strong>Historical Consciousness<\/strong>, Scientific Inquiry I, Critical Thinking.<br \/>\n<i>Effective Fall 2024<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Quantitative Reasoning I, Scientific Inquiry I, Critical Thinking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 413<\/strong> \u2014 <i>Extragalactic Astrophysics and Cosmology<\/i><br \/>\n<small><i>Undergraduate Prerequisites: CAS AS 203, CAS AS 312, and CAS PY 355.<\/i><\/small><br \/>\nHistorical and intellectual developments that led to our current understanding of the universe; galaxies, galaxy clusters and large-scale structure; galaxy formation and evolution; dark matter and dark energy; Hot Big Bang and inflation; foundations of general relativity. (Offered alternate years.) <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Fall 2020<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: <strong>Historical Consciousness<\/strong>, Research and Information Literacy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 414<\/strong> \u2014 <i>Solar and Space Physics<\/i><br \/>\n<small><i>Undergraduate Prerequisites: CAS PY 355, and either CAS PY 212 or CAS PY 252.<\/i><\/small><br \/>\nThe Sun and Solar Wind: solar magnetic fields, sunspot cycle, active sun, corona. Interaction of the solar wind with planets and comets. Planetary Magnetospheres and Ionospheres. Aeronomy. Solar System plasma physics. Magnetic Storms and Space Weather. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Spring 2021<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Oral and\/or Signed Communication, <strong>Historical Consciousness<\/strong>, Research and Information Literacy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Scientific Inquiry I (SI1) &mdash; <strong>(7)<\/strong><\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 100<\/strong> &mdash; <i>Cosmic Controversies<\/i><br \/>\nThe goal of this course is to understand our place in the physical universe by examining three recent concepts that have revolutionized cosmic awareness. The observations that led to the proposals of Dark Matter and Dark Energy, the re- classification of Pluto to non-planet status, and the discovery of many planets orbiting other stars within life-sustaining regions called Habitable Zones radically change the human perspectives on origins and life. In each case, the roles of evidence, validation and conclusions are used to enhance students capabilities and skills needed for our modern age. Carries natural science divisional credit in CAS. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Fall 2018<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: <strong>Scientific Inquiry I<\/strong>, Quantitative Reasoning I, Teamwork\/Collaboration.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 101<\/strong> &mdash; <i>The Solar System<\/i><br \/>\nThe historical development of astronomy and the motion of the planets. The formation of the solar system. The sun and its effects on the earth. Description of the planets and the moons of our solar system including recent results from the space program. Use of the observatory. Carries natural science divisional credit (with lab) in CAS. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Fall 2018<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: <strong>Scientific Inquiry I<\/strong>, Quantitative Reasoning I, Critical Thinking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 102<\/strong> &mdash; <i>The Astronomical Universe<\/i><br \/>\nThe birth and death of stars. Red giants, white dwarfs, black holes. Our galaxy, the Milky Way, and other galaxies. The Big Bang and other cosmological theories of our expanding universe. Carries natural science divisional credit (with lab) in CAS. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Fall 2018<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: <strong>Scientific Inquiry I<\/strong>, Quantitative Reasoning I, Teamwork\/Collaboration.<br \/>\n<i>Effective Fall 2024<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: <strong>Scientific Inquiry I<\/strong>, Quantitative Reasoning I, Critical Thinking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 105<\/strong> \u2014 <i>Alien Worlds<\/i><br \/>\nExamination of planets in other star systems and comparison with planets in our solar system. Study the historical context of planetary astrophysics and changes in our understanding of planetary formation and evolution. Explore the possibility of life on other worlds. Carries natural science divisional credit (without lab) in CAS. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Fall 2018<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Historical Consciousness, <strong>Scientific Inquiry I<\/strong>, Critical Thinking.<br \/>\n<i>Effective Fall 2024<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Quantitative Reasoning I, <strong>Scientific Inquiry I<\/strong>, Critical Thinking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 107<\/strong> &mdash; <i>Life Beyond Earth: A Consideration of Extraterrestrial Civilizations<\/i><br \/>\nAbout 10% of the planets in our Milky Way galaxy are like Earth in size and material composition. The same physical laws operate everywhere so extraterrestrial life may be both common and technologically advanced. Where is Everybody? Carries natural science divisional credit in CAS. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Fall 2018<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: <strong>Scientific Inquiry I<\/strong>, Quantitative Reasoning I.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 109<\/strong> &mdash; <i>Cosmology<\/i><br \/>\nThe evolution of cosmological thought from prehistory to the present: Greek astronomy, Copernicus, Galileo, Newton, and Einstein. Motion, gravity, and the nature of space-time. The expanding universe. The early universe and Big Bang. Carries natural science divisional credit in CAS. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Fall 2018<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: <strong>Scientific Inquiry I<\/strong>, Quantitative Reasoning I, Critical Thinking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 202<\/strong> &mdash; <i>Principles of Astronomy I<\/i><br \/>\n<i>Undergraduate Corequisites: CAS MA 123.<\/i> Astronomical observing and the night sky; optics and telescopes; birth of modern astronomy; atoms, spectra and spectroscopy; planetary motion and orbits; overview of solar system; uses observatory. Intended primarily for astronomy or physics majors. Lectures and laboratories. Carries natural science divisional credit (with lab) in CAS. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Fall 2018<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: <strong>Scientific Inquiry I<\/strong>, Quantitative Reasoning I, Critical Thinking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h4 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><i>Social Inquiry I (SO1) &mdash; <strong>(0)<\/strong><\/i><\/h4><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><br \/>\n<i>There are not currently any Astronomy courses which fulfill this BU Hub unit.<\/i><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Scientific Inquiry II (SI2) or Social Inquiry II (SO2) &mdash; <strong>(3)<\/strong><\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 203<\/strong> &mdash; <i>Principles of Astronomy II<\/i><br \/>\n<small><i>Undergraduate Corequisites: CAS MA 123.<\/i><\/small><br \/>\nAstronomical measurements; time and the celestial sphere; telescopes and observatories; the solar system, orbital motion; comparative planetology; the sun and solar-terrestrial effects; electromagnetic radiation; spectroscopy, stellar properties and stellar evolution; the Milky Way galaxy; galaxies; the universe. Lectures and laboratories. Intended primarily for astronomy or physics concentrators. Carries natural science divisional credit (with lab) in CAS. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Spring 2019<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in the following BU Hub areas: <strong>Scientific Inquiry II<\/strong>, Quantitative Reasoning II, Critical Thinking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 311<\/strong> &mdash; <i>Planetary Physics<\/i><br \/>\n<small><i>Undergraduate Prerequisites: CAS MA 124 and either CAS PY 211 or CAS PY 251.<\/i><\/small><br \/>\nCelestial mechanics, tides, resonances. Physical processes that affect atmospheres, surfaces, interiors of planets, and their satellites. Comets, asteroids, meterorites, and Kuiper belt objects. Formation and evolution of the solar system. Extra-solar planets. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Fall 2020<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Digital\/Multimedia Expression, <strong>Scientific Inquiry II<\/strong>, Teamwork\/Collaboration.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 312<\/strong> &mdash; <i>Stellar and Galactic Astrophysics<\/i><br \/>\n<small><i>Undergraduate Prerequisites: CAS MA 124 and either CAS PY 212 or CAS PY 252.<\/i><\/small><br \/>\nBasic physics of radiation; radiative transfer; spectral analysis; distances, motions, and physical properties of stars; stellar interiors and atmospheres; stellar evolution; clusters of stars; the interstellar medium; content, structure, and rotation of the Milky Way Galaxy. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Fall 2019<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: <strong>Scientific Inquiry II<\/strong>, Quantitative Reasoning II, Teamwork\/Collaboration.<br \/>\n<i>Effective Fall 2020<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Quantitative Reasoning II, <strong>Scientific Inquiry II<\/strong>, Creativity\/Innovation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Quantitative Reasoning I (QR1) &mdash; <strong>(7)<\/strong><\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 100<\/strong> &mdash; <i>Cosmic Controversies<\/i><br \/>\nThe goal of this course is to understand our place in the physical universe by examining three recent concepts that have revolutionized cosmic awareness. The observations that led to the proposals of Dark Matter and Dark Energy, the re- classification of Pluto to non-planet status, and the discovery of many planets orbiting other stars within life-sustaining regions called Habitable Zones radically change the human perspectives on origins and life. In each case, the roles of evidence, validation and conclusions are used to enhance students capabilities and skills needed for our modern age. Carries natural science divisional credit in CAS. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Fall 2018<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Scientific Inquiry I, <strong>Quantitative Reasoning I<\/strong>, Teamwork\/Collaboration.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 101<\/strong> &mdash; <i>The Solar System<\/i><br \/>\nThe historical development of astronomy and the motion of the planets. The formation of the solar system. The sun and its effects on the earth. Description of the planets and the moons of our solar system including recent results from the space program. Use of the observatory. Carries natural science divisional credit (with lab) in CAS. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Fall 2018<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Scientific Inquiry I, <strong>Quantitative Reasoning I<\/strong>, Critical Thinking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 102<\/strong> &mdash; <i>The Astronomical Universe<\/i><br \/>\nThe birth and death of stars. Red giants, white dwarfs, black holes. Our galaxy, the Milky Way, and other galaxies. The Big Bang and other cosmological theories of our expanding universe. Carries natural science divisional credit (with lab) in CAS. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Fall 2018<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Scientific Inquiry I, <strong>Quantitative Reasoning I<\/strong>, Teamwork\/Collaboration.<br \/>\n<i>Effective Fall 2024<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Scientific Inquiry I, <strong>Quantitative Reasoning I<\/strong>, Critical Thinking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 105<\/strong> \u2014 <i>Alien Worlds<\/i><br \/>\nExamination of planets in other star systems and comparison with planets in our solar system. Study the historical context of planetary astrophysics and changes in our understanding of planetary formation and evolution. Explore the possibility of life on other worlds. Carries natural science divisional credit (without lab) in CAS. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Fall 2018<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Historical Consciousness, Scientific Inquiry I, Critical Thinking.<br \/>\n<i>Effective Fall 2024<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: <strong>Quantitative Reasoning I<\/strong>, Scientific Inquiry I, Critical Thinking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 107<\/strong> &mdash; <i>Life Beyond Earth: A Consideration of Extraterrestrial Civilizations<\/i><br \/>\nAbout 10% of the planets in our Milky Way galaxy are like Earth in size and material composition. The same physical laws operate everywhere so extraterrestrial life may be both common and technologically advanced. Where is Everybody? Carries natural science divisional credit in CAS. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Fall 2018<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Scientific Inquiry I, <strong>Quantitative Reasoning I<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 109<\/strong> &mdash; <i>Cosmology<\/i><br \/>\nThe evolution of cosmological thought from prehistory to the present: Greek astronomy, Copernicus, Galileo, Newton, and Einstein. Motion, gravity, and the nature of space-time. The expanding universe. The early universe and Big Bang. Carries natural science divisional credit in CAS. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Fall 2018<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Scientific Inquiry I, <strong>Quantitative Reasoning I<\/strong>, Critical Thinking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 202<\/strong> &mdash; <i>Principles of Astronomy I<\/i><br \/>\n<i>Undergraduate Corequisites: CAS MA 123.<\/i> Astronomical observing and the night sky; optics and telescopes; birth of modern astronomy; atoms, spectra and spectroscopy; planetary motion and orbits; overview of solar system; uses observatory. Intended primarily for astronomy or physics majors. Lectures and laboratories. Carries natural science divisional credit (with lab) in CAS. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Fall 2018<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Scientific Inquiry I, <strong>Quantitative Reasoning I<\/strong>, Critical Thinking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Quantitative Reasoning II (QR2) &mdash; <strong>(2)<\/strong><\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 203<\/strong> &mdash; <i>Principles of Astronomy II<\/i><br \/>\n<small><i>Undergraduate Corequisites: CAS MA 123.<\/i><\/small><br \/>\nAstronomical measurements; time and the celestial sphere; telescopes and observatories; the solar system, orbital motion; comparative planetology; the sun and solar-terrestrial effects; electromagnetic radiation; spectroscopy, stellar properties and stellar evolution; the Milky Way galaxy; galaxies; the universe. Lectures and laboratories. Intended primarily for astronomy or physics concentrators. Carries natural science divisional credit (with lab) in CAS. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Spring 2019<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in the following BU Hub areas: Scientific Inquiry II, <strong>Quantitative Reasoning II<\/strong>, Critical Thinking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 312<\/strong> &mdash; <i>Stellar and Galactic Astrophysics<\/i><br \/>\n<small><i>Undergraduate Prerequisites: CAS MA 124 and either CAS PY 212 or CAS PY 252.<\/i><\/small><br \/>\nBasic physics of radiation; radiative transfer; spectral analysis; distances, motions, and physical properties of stars; stellar interiors and atmospheres; stellar evolution; clusters of stars; the interstellar medium; content, structure, and rotation of the Milky Way Galaxy. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Fall 2019<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Scientific Inquiry II, <strong>Quantitative Reasoning II<\/strong>, Teamwork\/Collaboration.<br \/>\n<i>Effective Fall 2020<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: <strong>Quantitative Reasoning II<\/strong>, Scientific Inquiry II, Creativity\/Innovation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h4 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><i>The Individual in Community (IIC) &mdash; <strong>(0)<\/strong><\/i><\/h4><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><br \/>\n<i>There are not currently any Astronomy courses which fulfill this BU Hub unit.<\/i><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h4 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><i>Global Citizenship and Intercultural Literacy (GCI) &mdash; <strong>(0)<\/strong><\/i><\/h4><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><br \/>\n<i>There are not currently any Astronomy courses which fulfill this BU Hub unit.<\/i><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h4 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><i>Ethical Reasoning (ETR) &mdash; <strong>(0)<\/strong><\/i><\/h4><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><br \/>\n<i>There are not currently any Astronomy courses which fulfill this BU Hub unit.<\/i><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h4 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><i>Writing, Research, and Inquiry (WRI) &mdash; <strong>(0)<\/strong><\/i><\/h4><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><br \/>\n<i>There are not currently any Astronomy courses which fulfill this BU Hub unit.<\/i><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Writing-Intensive Course (WIN) &mdash; <strong>(1)<\/strong><\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 441<\/strong> \u2014 <i>Observational Astronomy<\/i><br \/>\n<small><i>Undergraduate Prerequisites: CAS AS 312; First Year Writing Course (e.g. WR 120).<\/i><\/small><br \/>\nAstronomical techniques. Photometry, spectroscopy, photography, CCD imaging, and interferometry. Statistical methods for data reduction and analysis. Strong laboratory component. Use of computers.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Spring 2021<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Oral and\/or Signed Communication, <strong>Writing-Intensive Course<\/strong>, Research and Information Literacy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Oral and\/or Signed Communication (OSC) &mdash; <strong>(2)<\/strong><\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 414<\/strong> \u2014 <i>Solar and Space Physics<\/i><br \/>\n<small><i>Undergraduate Prerequisites: CAS PY 355, and either CAS PY 212 or CAS PY 252.<\/i><\/small><br \/>\nThe Sun and Solar Wind: solar magnetic fields, sunspot cycle, active sun, corona. Interaction of the solar wind with planets and comets. Planetary Magnetospheres and Ionospheres. Aeronomy. Solar System plasma physics. Magnetic Storms and Space Weather. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Spring 2021<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: <strong>Oral and\/or Signed Communication<\/strong>, Historical Consciousness, Research and Information Literacy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 441<\/strong> \u2014 <i>Observational Astronomy<\/i><br \/>\n<small><i>Undergraduate Prerequisites: CAS AS 312; First Year Writing Course (e.g. WR 120).<\/i><\/small><br \/>\nAstronomical techniques. Photometry, spectroscopy, photography, CCD imaging, and interferometry. Statistical methods for data reduction and analysis. Strong laboratory component. Use of computers.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Spring 2021<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: <strong>Oral and\/or Signed Communication<\/strong>, Writing-Intensive Course, Research and Information Literacy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Digital\/Multimedia Expression (DME) &mdash; <strong>(1)<\/strong><\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 311<\/strong> &mdash; <i>Planetary Physics<\/i><br \/>\n<small><i>Undergraduate Prerequisites: CAS MA 124 and either CAS PY 211 or CAS PY 251.<\/i><\/small><br \/>\nCelestial mechanics, tides, resonances. Physical processes that affect atmospheres, surfaces, interiors of planets, and their satellites. Comets, asteroids, meterorites, and Kuiper belt objects. Formation and evolution of the solar system. Extra-solar planets. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Fall 2020<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: <strong>Digital\/Multimedia Expression<\/strong>, Scientific Inquiry II, Teamwork\/Collaboration.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Critical Thinking (CRT) &mdash; <strong>(6)<\/strong><\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 101<\/strong> &mdash; <i>The Solar System<\/i><br \/>\nThe historical development of astronomy and the motion of the planets. The formation of the solar system. The sun and its effects on the earth. Description of the planets and the moons of our solar system including recent results from the space program. Use of the observatory. Carries natural science divisional credit (with lab) in CAS. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Fall 2018<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Scientific Inquiry I, Quantitative Reasoning I, <strong>Critical Thinking<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 102<\/strong> &mdash; <i>The Astronomical Universe<\/i><br \/>\nThe birth and death of stars. Red giants, white dwarfs, black holes. Our galaxy, the Milky Way, and other galaxies. The Big Bang and other cosmological theories of our expanding universe. Carries natural science divisional credit (with lab) in CAS. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Fall 2018<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Scientific Inquiry I, Quantitative Reasoning I, Teamwork\/Collaboration.<br \/>\n<i>Effective Fall 2024<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Scientific Inquiry I, Quantitative Reasoning I, <strong>Critical Thinking<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 105<\/strong> &mdash; <i>Alien Worlds<\/i><br \/>\nExamination of planets in other star systems and comparison with planets in our solar system. Study the historical context of planetary astrophysics and changes in our understanding of planetary formation and evolution. Explore the possibility of life on other worlds. Carries natural science divisional credit (without lab) in CAS. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Fall 2018<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Historical Consciousness, Scientific Inquiry I, <strong>Critical Thinking<\/strong>.<br \/>\n<i>Effective Fall 2024<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Quantitative Reasoning I, Scientific Inquiry I, <strong>Critical Thinking<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 109<\/strong> &mdash; <i>Cosmology<\/i><br \/>\nThe evolution of cosmological thought from prehistory to the present: Greek astronomy, Copernicus, Galileo, Newton, and Einstein. Motion, gravity, and the nature of space-time. The expanding universe. The early universe and Big Bang. Carries natural science divisional credit in CAS. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Fall 2018<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Scientific Inquiry I, Quantitative Reasoning I, <strong>Critical Thinking<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 202<\/strong> &mdash; <i>Principles of Astronomy I<\/i><br \/>\n<i>Undergraduate Corequisites: CAS MA 123.<\/i> Astronomical observing and the night sky; optics and telescopes; birth of modern astronomy; atoms, spectra and spectroscopy; planetary motion and orbits; overview of solar system; uses observatory. Intended primarily for astronomy or physics majors. Lectures and laboratories. Carries natural science divisional credit (with lab) in CAS. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Fall 2018<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Scientific Inquiry I, Quantitative Reasoning I, <strong>Critical Thinking<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 203<\/strong> &mdash; <i>Principles of Astronomy II<\/i><br \/>\n<small><i>Undergraduate Corequisites: CAS MA 123.<\/i><\/small><br \/>\nAstronomical measurements; time and the celestial sphere; telescopes and observatories; the solar system, orbital motion; comparative planetology; the sun and solar-terrestrial effects; electromagnetic radiation; spectroscopy, stellar properties and stellar evolution; the Milky Way galaxy; galaxies; the universe. Lectures and laboratories. Intended primarily for astronomy or physics concentrators. Carries natural science divisional credit (with lab) in CAS. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Spring 2019<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in the following BU Hub areas: Scientific Inquiry II, Quantitative Reasoning II, <strong>Critical Thinking<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Research and Information Literacy (RIL) &mdash; <strong>(3)<\/strong><\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 413<\/strong> \u2014 <i>Extragalactic Astrophysics and Cosmology<\/i><br \/>\n<small><i>Undergraduate Prerequisites: CAS AS 203, CAS AS 312, and CAS PY 355.<\/i><\/small><br \/>\nHistorical and intellectual developments that led to our current understanding of the universe; galaxies, galaxy clusters and large-scale structure; galaxy formation and evolution; dark matter and dark energy; Hot Big Bang and inflation; foundations of general relativity. (Offered alternate years.) <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Fall 2020<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Historical Consciousness, <strong>Research and Information Literacy<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 414<\/strong> \u2014 <i>Solar and Space Physics<\/i><br \/>\n<small><i>Undergraduate Prerequisites: CAS PY 355, and either CAS PY 212 or CAS PY 252.<\/i><\/small><br \/>\nThe Sun and Solar Wind: solar magnetic fields, sunspot cycle, active sun, corona. Interaction of the solar wind with planets and comets. Planetary Magnetospheres and Ionospheres. Aeronomy. Solar System plasma physics. Magnetic Storms and Space Weather. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Spring 2021<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Oral and\/or Signed Communication, Historical Consciousness, <strong>Research and Information Literacy<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 441<\/strong> \u2014 <i>Observational Astronomy<\/i><br \/>\n<small><i>Undergraduate Prerequisites: CAS AS 312; First Year Writing Course (e.g. WR 120).<\/i><\/small><br \/>\nAstronomical techniques. Photometry, spectroscopy, photography, CCD imaging, and interferometry. Statistical methods for data reduction and analysis. Strong laboratory component. Use of computers.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Spring 2021<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Oral and\/or Signed Communication, Writing-Intensive Course, <strong>Research and Information Literacy<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Teamwork\/Collaboration (TWC) &mdash; <strong>(4, {2})<\/strong><\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 100<\/strong> &mdash; <i>Cosmic Controversies<\/i><br \/>\nThe goal of this course is to understand our place in the physical universe by examining three recent concepts that have revolutionized cosmic awareness. The observations that led to the proposals of Dark Matter and Dark Energy, the re- classification of Pluto to non-planet status, and the discovery of many planets orbiting other stars within life-sustaining regions called Habitable Zones radically change the human perspectives on origins and life. In each case, the roles of evidence, validation and conclusions are used to enhance students capabilities and skills needed for our modern age. Carries natural science divisional credit in CAS. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Fall 2018<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Scientific Inquiry I, Quantitative Reasoning I, <strong>Teamwork\/Collaboration<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 102<\/strong> &mdash; <i>The Astronomical Universe<\/i><br \/>\nThe birth and death of stars. Red giants, white dwarfs, black holes. Our galaxy, the Milky Way, and other galaxies. The Big Bang and other cosmological theories of our expanding universe. Carries natural science divisional credit (with lab) in CAS. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Fall 2018<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Scientific Inquiry I, Quantitative Reasoning I, <strong>Teamwork\/Collaboration<\/strong>.<br \/>\n<i>Effective Fall 2024<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Scientific Inquiry I, Quantitative Reasoning I, Critical Thinking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 311<\/strong> &mdash; <i>Planetary Physics<\/i><br \/>\n<small><i>Undergraduate Prerequisites: CAS MA 124 and either CAS PY 211 or CAS PY 251.<\/i><\/small><br \/>\nCelestial mechanics, tides, resonances. Physical processes that affect atmospheres, surfaces, interiors of planets, and their satellites. Comets, asteroids, meterorites, and Kuiper belt objects. Formation and evolution of the solar system. Extra-solar planets. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Fall 2020<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Digital\/Multimedia Expression, Scientific Inquiry II, <strong>Teamwork\/Collaboration<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 312<\/strong> &mdash; <i>Stellar and Galactic Astrophysics<\/i><br \/>\n<small><i>Undergraduate Prerequisites: CAS MA 124 and either CAS PY 212 or CAS PY 252.<\/i><\/small><br \/>\nBasic physics of radiation; radiative transfer; spectral analysis; distances, motions, and physical properties of stars; stellar interiors and atmospheres; stellar evolution; clusters of stars; the interstellar medium; content, structure, and rotation of the Milky Way Galaxy. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Fall 2019<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Scientific Inquiry II, Quantitative Reasoning II, <strong>Teamwork\/Collaboration<\/strong>.<br \/>\n<i>Effective Fall 2020<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Quantitative Reasoning II, Scientific Inquiry II, Creativity\/Innovation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Creativity\/Innovation (CRI) &mdash; <strong>(1)<\/strong><\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><br \/>\n<strong>CAS AS 312<\/strong> &mdash; <i>Stellar and Galactic Astrophysics<\/i><br \/>\n<small><i>Undergraduate Prerequisites: CAS MA 124 and either CAS PY 212 or CAS PY 252.<\/i><\/small><br \/>\nBasic physics of radiation; radiative transfer; spectral analysis; distances, motions, and physical properties of stars; stellar interiors and atmospheres; stellar evolution; clusters of stars; the interstellar medium; content, structure, and rotation of the Milky Way Galaxy. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Effective Fall 2019<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Scientific Inquiry II, Quantitative Reasoning II, Teamwork\/Collaboration.<br \/>\n<i>Effective Fall 2020<\/i>, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Quantitative Reasoning II, Scientific Inquiry II, <strong>Creativity\/Innovation<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>BU Hub Units The BU Hub is Boston University\u2019s innovative general education program for all undergraduate students that emphasizes working across disciplines to prepare for a complex and diverse world. 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