Astronomy Minor
The Minor in Astronomy is designed for students who have an interest in observational astronomy and earth sciences. A student pursuing a Minor in Astronomy must have a solid mathematical foundation in algebra and trigonometry.
Astronomy Minor Courses
Total Credits: 15-16
Core Requirements (6 credits)
- AST 100 Introduction to a Universe of Astronomy (3)
- AST 324 Life and Death in the Universe (3)
Restricted Electives (9-10 credits)
Students must take three courses from the following list:
- AST 266 Observational Astronomy (3)
- AST 360 Planetary Science (3)
- AST 390 Projects in Advanced Astronomy (3)
- AST 365 Cosmology (3)
- AST 410 Astrophysics (3)
- GEOS 109 Process and History of a Dynamic Planet (3) and
- GEOS 109L Introductory Geology Lab (1)
*Official degree requirements can only be found in the Minnesota State Moorhead Bulletin/Catalog. The information on this webpage is a high-level overview of the degree. Please refer to the bulletin for up-to-date requirements.
Questions? Contact Us
Stephen (Steve) Lindaas,
PhD, MA, BA
Professor
Physics & Astronomy Department