Faculty: Poynor (Chair), Lombardi, Petasis, Willey

The Astronomy minor is a program in the Mathematics and Natural Science Area of Study.

Astronomy Program Learning Outcomes

• CLO1  Have a broad understanding of the basic principles of astronomy, such as Newton’s law of gravitation, Kepler’s laws, and the formation and evolutionary processes for stars, galaxies, and the universe
• CLO2 Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• CLO3 Communicate clearly astronomical ideas and research

The Astronomy Minor

The Astronomy minor consists of 22 credits. At graduation, Astronomy minors must have a GPA of at least 2.0 in the minor. The calculation is based on the grades of all courses presented for the minor. Only the most recent grade is considered for courses that have been repeated. Only the first course required for the minor taken at Allegheny (usually PHYS 121) may be taken on a Credit/No Credit basis. A maximum of 12 transfer credits may be counted toward the minor, exceptions must be approved by the department chair.