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Course Description

Moons in the Solar System | Explore the origin, evolution and future fate of the hundreds of diverse moons around planets (and some dwarf planets) in our solar system. $33 includes a $32 fee. Note: Requires membership in Peer Learning Partnership (PLP). Biannual membership is $30.

Learner Outcomes

Explore the huge diversity among moons of the planets in the solar system; Examine the origin and evolution of different moons around different planets and how that affects their current state; Discuss how interactions with their host planets affects the interior and ultimate fate of different moons; Explore why it is likely that some icy moons have subsurface oceans of liquid water that could support life.
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Section Title
Moons in the Solar System
Type
Online
Days
Th
Time
9:30AM to 11:30AM
Dates
Feb 05, 2026 to Mar 12, 2026
Schedule
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Contact Hours
12.0
Location
  • Off Campus
Delivery Options
Online Synchronous  
Course Costs
Open Enrollment non-credit $23.00 Click here to get more information
Seniors (60+) non-credit $22.00 Click here to get more information
Registration Fee
Drop Request Deadline
Feb 04, 2026
Section Transfer Request Deadline
Feb 04, 2026
Instructors
  • Herbert Frey
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