ASTR 1270

Unsolved Mysteries in the Universe

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Course Description

An exploration of the unsolved mysteries in the universe and the limits of our knowledge for non-science majors. The class emphasizes the nature of scientific endeavor, and explores the boundaries between science, philosophy, and metaphysics. A number of thought provoking topics are discussed including the beginning and end of the universe, black holes, extraterrestrial life, the nature of time, dark matter and dark energy.


  • Nicholas James

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     GPA

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    Last Taught

    Summer 2023

  • Matthew Pryal

     Rating

     Difficulty

     GPA

    3.51

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    Last Taught

    Spring 2022

  • Faculty Staff

     Rating

     Difficulty

     GPA

     Sections

    Last Taught

    Summer 2021

  • Allison Costa

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    3.75

     GPA

    3.44

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    Last Taught

    Spring 2020

  • Edward Murphy

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     GPA

    2.97

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    Last Taught

    Summer 2019

  • Allison Matthews

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     GPA

    3.66

     Sections

    Last Taught

    Summer 2018

  • Christian Hayes

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     Difficulty

     GPA

    3.60

     Sections

    Last Taught

    Summer 2017

  • Kelsey Johnson

     Rating

     Difficulty

    2.70

     GPA

    3.17

     Sections

    Last Taught

    Spring 2017

  • Dylan Angell

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     GPA

    2.82

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    Last Taught

    Summer 2016