The Sun OpenCourseWare: A Free Bachelor Level Astronomy Course Exploring the Sun by The Open University
This course discusses the sun and its various characteristics, including electromagnetic spectrum, structure, composition and distance from the earth. 'The Sun' is a free undergraduate-level OpenCourseWare from The Open University designed for students interested in studying and learning about outer space.
The Sun: Course Specifics
| Degree Level | Free | Audio | Video | Downloads |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Lectures/Notes | Study Materials | Tests/Quizzes |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Yes | No |
The Sun: Course Description
'The Sun,' an undergraduate-level OpenCourseWare, teaches students about the sun, including its structure, distance, radiation and temperature. Students will also learn about wavelengths and energy transfers within the sun. Upon completion of this course, an OpenCourseWare reader will know the sun and its internal and external processes. Students will also learn how to measure the angular size of the sun and the distance to the sun. It will take OpenCourseWare readers approximately eight hours to complete this course. This outstanding OpenCourseWare is offered by the Science Department of The Open University.
This course provides links to additional resources and student Learning Journals, as well as an online discussion forum and unit notes. If you're interested in reading more, visit the sun course website.
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