This online course explores the history and philosophy of astronomy. Topics include prehistoric cultures, the activities of Greek philosophers, the revolutions of Copernicus, Galileo, and Newton, developments of physics in the 20th century, and modern cosmology.
Instructor: | Professor Chris Impey |
Provided by: | Coursera |
Course language: | English |
Fees: | free course |
Level: | beginner |
Certificate available? | (fee) |
Format: | MOOC/online course |
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