Astronomy: Breakdown

Course Overview

Astronomy is the study of celestial objects and phenomena beyond Earth's atmosphere, including planets, stars, galaxies and the universe as a whole. It explores the origins, structure, and evolution of these systems while applying principles of physics and mathematics to understand how they work.

A high school Astronomy student is is expected to have completed Algebra I and at least one year of high school science course such as: IPC, Chemistry or Physics.

Class Calendar

Due to the unprecedented nature of the school year, Astronomy is evolving the timeline to meet the needs of students. I have attached a link you can click to see what we are doing for the immediate future.

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Fall UNIT Topics

Unit 00: Introduction to Astronomy

Unit 01: Ancient Astronomy

Unit 02: The Celestial Sphere

Unit 03: Astronmy Building Blocks

Unit 04: Astronomical Tools

Unit 05: The Moon & Eclipses

Unit 06: The Solar System

Spring Unit Topics

Unit 07: The Sun

Unit 08: Estrellas (Stars)

Unit 09: Galaxies & Black Holes

Unit 10: Cosmology

Unit 11: Astrobiology

Required Materials

iPad
- Each student will be required to come to class prepared to learn. We utilize mostly digital applications. Please keep it charged.
Digital Applications
- The following are logos of applications that must be downloaded on the student's district issued iPad from the Eanes Self Service App.