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Welcome to Astronomy at Houston Community College!
 Astronomy is exploring the mysteries of the Universe, from the Earth to the most distant galaxies. One of the oldest scientific disciplines fueled with new technologies and theoretical insights, Astronomy has become a source of incredible discoveries in the 21st century.
The mission of the astronomy courses at Houston Community College is to provide quality education and to assist a diverse student body to prepare for careers in various fields involving astronomy, space exploration, and related sciences.
The Solar System courses include the study of the Sun and the Solar System bringing the latest information from the ground observations as well as from the space exploration missions to the classroom. These courses also review the current state of the search for life in the Solar System and search for planets orbiting other stars.
Stars and Galaxies courses include study of stars, the Milky Way Galaxy, galaxies, and cosmology. Students learn about the past, present and future of stars. The courses also review the large-structure of the Universe and its evolution. Study of stellar and galactic astronomy together with the introduction to the search for life in the Universe gives students new understanding of our place in the Universe.
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