ASTR 5: Universe Formation
University of California, Santa Cruz
The universe explained. Fundamental concepts of modern cosmology (Big Bang, dark matter, curved space, black holes, star and galaxy formation), the basic physics underlying them, and their scientific development. Intended for non-science majors. ASTR 3, ASTR 4, and ASTR 5 are independent and may be taken separately.
Average GPA: 3.03
Grade distribution records: 607 students across 4 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 46 | 7.6% |
| A | 75 | 12.4% |
| A- | 68 | 11.2% |
| B+ | 74 | 12.2% |
| B | 83 | 13.7% |
| B- | 45 | 7.4% |
| C+ | 25 | 4.1% |
| C | 47 | 7.7% |
| C- | 21 | 3.5% |
| D+ | 9 | 1.5% |
| D | 8 | 1.3% |
| D- | 2 | 0.3% |
| F | 11 | 1.8% |
| P | 66 | 10.9% |
| NP | 20 | 3.3% |
| W | 6 | 1.0% |
Based on 607 student grade records across 4 terms and 1 professor.
Instructors
- Ryan Joseph Foley 607 students, Average GPA 3.03