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May 07, 2026
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DRAFT 2026-2027 Academic Bulletin
Astronomy Minor
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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.
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One of the following courses or course sequences:
Note:
With permission of the department, PHYS 021 may substitute for PHYS 121 . Note: Students considering a minor in Astronomy are advised that MATH 141 may have MATH 100 and MATH 140 as prerequisites, depending on how a student scores on the Mathematics Placement Assessment. |
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