ASTR 117A: Astrophysics I
San Jose State University
Physical and observational foundations of astronomy and astrophysics. Celestial coordinates, telescopes, astronomical observations, orbital motion, physics and chemistry of planetary systems; introduction to stellar physics. Computer models and simulations may be used. Prerequisite(s): PHYS 52 and MATH 32 with a "C-" or better, or instructor consent.
Average GPA: 3.39
Grade distribution records: 133 students across 8 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 18 | 13.5% |
| A | 37 | 27.8% |
| A- | 23 | 17.3% |
| B+ | 15 | 11.3% |
| B | 13 | 9.8% |
| B- | 10 | 7.5% |
| C+ | 6 | 4.5% |
| C | 5 | 3.8% |
| C- | 1 | 0.8% |
| D+ | 2 | 1.5% |
| D | 1 | 0.8% |
| D- | 2 | 1.5% |
Based on 133 student grade records across 8 terms and 2 professors.
Instructors
- Thomas I Madura 114 students, Average GPA 3.40
- Vakini Santhanakrishnan 19 students, Average GPA 3.37