The University of Western Ontario : Planetary Science (S)




Academic Calendar 2008 UNDERGRADUATE COURSE INFORMATION Planetary Science (S)

Planetary Science (S)

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Planetary Science 3380A/B - Introduction to Planetary Science

Introduction to basic principles of planetary science, emphasizing the geology of planetary surfaces. Topics covered include the history of planetary exploration, current missions, basics of planetary astronomy and geology, and the geological histories and surface processes of bodies in the solar system. Laboratory exercises involve image processing, interpretation, and mapping.

Antirequisite(s):

Prerequisite(s): Physics 1020 or 1024 or 1026; Earth Sciences 1022A/B and 1023A/B or the former Earth Sciences 020 or equivalent (see note).

Corequisite(s):

Pre-or Corequisite(s):

Extra Information: Note: Courses equivalent to the former Earth Sciences 020 are any two of Earth Sciences 1081A/B, 1083F/G, 2281A/B, or the former 082a/b, 085a/b.

2 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours, 0.5 course.

Planetary Science 4490E - Research Project and Seminar

The student will work on a research project under faculty supervision and present the results in a written report and in a seminar.

Antirequisite(s):

Prerequisite(s): Registration in the Honors Specialization or Specialization in Planetary Science; Planetary Science 3380A/B.

Corequisite(s):

Pre-or Corequisite(s):

Extra Information: 10 hours, 1.0 course.

Academic Calendar 2008 UNDERGRADUATE COURSE INFORMATION Planetary Science (S)