AST 1002 is an introductory course that outlines the origin, characteristics, and evolution of the solar system, stars, and galaxies and engages the historical milestones in astronomy from the ancient astronomers to the modern observatories. Students are expected to evaluate current and expected future trends in astronomical research and theories using written compositions and analysis in algebra involving solutions of multi- variable equations and formulas. Math placement score equivalent to MAT1033, MAC1105, or MAC1105C level of equation solving is sufficient.

AST 1003 is an astronomy course outlining the knowledge gained from space probes of the Sun, the Moon, Earth, and the planets and evaluating the Solar System formation theories. The students will use writing compositions, observations, and mathematical analysis to analyze the data obtained by observing these bodies.

AST1022L is a laboratory which allows students to able to collect and analyze data in a variety of experiments covering topics covered in its companion courses: AST1002, AST1003, or AST1004. Students will create experiment reports and conduct telescopic observations.