This course is designed for non-science students as an introduction to current ideas about the universe. Topics include the Big Bang, cosmic microwave background, origin of elements, and origin of galaxies, stars, and planetary systems.

Antirequisite(s): Earth Sciences 1086F/G, Physics 1028A/B, Physics 1301A/B, Physics 1401A/B, Physics 1501A/B or the former Physics 1020, the former Physics 1024, the former Physics 1026.

Extra Information: 2 lecture hours. May not be taken for credit by students in the Faculty of Science.