This course covers the origin and evolution of the solar system, including the processes that created and shaped features of the Earth, its moon, and the other planets and their moons. Additionally, the origin and physical nature of comets and meteors; the birth, life, and projected death of the sun will be discussed. It does not count towards a major, minor or concentration in a natural science area, and is not open to Biology majors. Students may not receive credit for both LAN 108 Focus on the Solar System and LAN 354 Astronomy. This course counts in the Physical and Life Sciences Area of General Education as a Physical Science. Prerequisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours