PHYS 1101 Structure of the Universe II
An introductory course directed at non-science majors. Physical principles are developed and applied to our space and astrophysical environment. Topics include structure and evolution of the solar system, physics of the sun and planets, space discoveries, creation and structure of stars and galaxies, relativity and cosmology, extraterrestrial life, and astronomical concepts.
Course overview
- Department
- Physics
- School
- MCAS
- Credits
- 3
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Offered
- Every Spring
Catalog details
- Satisfies core
- Natural Science
Requirements fulfilled
- University Core: Natural Science (All undergraduates)
Course evaluations
- Course rating
- 3.63 / 5 · Very Good
- Instructor rating
- 3.74 / 5 · Very Good
- Terms evaluated
- 5
| Term | Instructor | Course overall | Instructor overall | Well organized | Clear learning objectives | Intellectually challenging | Helpful assignments | Applicable beyond course | Attendance necessary | Weekly effort | Responses |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2026 | Cyril Opeil | 3.9 | 4.1 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 1–3 hrs/week | 129 of 148 |
| Spring 2025 | Cyril Opeil | 3.8 | 3.8 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.1 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 1–3 hrs/week | 79 of 102 |
| Spring 2024 | Michael Graf | 3.4 | 3.5 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.1 | 4.2 | 3.5 | 4.1 | 1–3 hrs/week | 24 of 32 |
| Spring 2023 | Kevin Bedell | 2.6 | 2.7 | 3.1 | 2.9 | 3.1 | 3.4 | 3.1 | 3.1 | 1–3 hrs/week | 22 of 29 |
| Spring 2022 | Pradip Bakshi | 2.4 | 2.4 | 3.6 | 3.1 | 3.7 | 2.9 | 2.7 | 2.4 | 4–6 hrs/week | 14 of 29 |