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Janice A. Hester, Ph.D.
Residential Faculty - Astronomy
Office: PS 15 - Room: 208
480-461-7313 (alt)
Office Hours
Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
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8:00 AM - 8:50 AM | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM | 8:00 AM - 8:50 AM | ||
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM | 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM | |||
Online | Online | Online | Online | Online |
By appointment | By appointment | By appointment | By appointment | By appointment |
- Tuesday and Thursday morning office hours are in person in PS 208
- Online office hours by appointment, please message me up to one hour prior if you would like to attend
- Other times (including some evenings online) by appointment
I am always happy to have students during office hours. For online office hours, please message me beforehand so that I have an online meeting open for you.
If you wish to set up a meeting outside of normal office hours, please contact me at least 24 hours in advance. Since I may have conflicts with your preferred time, please suggest 2-3 times when you would be available to meet.
Classes Taught
Spring 2024
AST111 | Introduction to Solar System Astronomy | 4 Credits | ||||
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Introduction to astronomy for the non-science major. The scientific method, properties of light, astronomical instruments, our Solar System and solar systems around other stars. Includes hands-on astronomical observations and laboratory exercises. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT092 or higher, or satisfactory district placement. |
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Course Notes: AST106, AST111, and AST112 cover three areas of Astronomy. These courses can be taken in any order or combination. It is highly encouraged that you attend the FREE MCC Physics and Astronomy Boot Camp that occurs prior to the beginning of the semester. Participants will review key skills necessary for success; participants will be better prepared for their course. Visit https://www.mesacc.edu/students/foundations-student-success/boot-camps for more information and to register. |
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General Education Designations: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ] | ||||||
Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
28875 |
Dobson Campus |
In Person
Lecture
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01/16/2024 - 05/10/2024 |
TuTh |
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM |
Class Started |
Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Lab Notes: Students registering for class 28875 must also register for lab 28876. |
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27389 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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01/16/2024 - 03/08/2024 |
Class Ended |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Lab Notes: Students registering for class 27389 must also register for lab 28229. |
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28876 |
Dobson Campus |
In Person
Lab
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01/16/2024 - 05/10/2024 |
TuTh |
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM |
Class Started |
Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 28876 must also register for lecture 28875. |
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28229 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
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01/16/2024 - 03/08/2024 |
Class Ended |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 28229 must also register for lecture 27389. |
AST112 | Introduction to Stars, Galaxies, and Cosmology | 4 Credits | ||||
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Introduction to astronomy for the non-science major. Structure and evolution of stars; supernovae, black holes, and quasars; nebulae; star clusters; galaxies; cosmology, including the birth and death of the universe. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT092 or higher, or satisfactory district placement. |
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Course Notes: AST106, AST111, and AST112 cover three areas of Astronomy. These courses can be taken in any order or combination. It is highly encouraged that you attend the FREE MCC Physics and Astronomy Boot Camp that occurs prior to the beginning of the semester. Participants will review key skills necessary for success; participants will be better prepared for their course. Visit https://www.mesacc.edu/students/foundations-student-success/boot-camps for more information and to register. |
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General Education Designations: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ] | ||||||
Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
28440 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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01/16/2024 - 05/10/2024 |
Class Started |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Lab Notes: Students registering for class 28440 must also register for lab 28441. |
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28441 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
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01/16/2024 - 05/10/2024 |
Class Started |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 28441 must also register for lecture 28440. |
Spring Flex Start 2024
AST112 | Introduction to Stars, Galaxies, and Cosmology | 4 Credits | ||||
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Introduction to astronomy for the non-science major. Structure and evolution of stars; supernovae, black holes, and quasars; nebulae; star clusters; galaxies; cosmology, including the birth and death of the universe. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT092 or higher, or satisfactory district placement. |
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Course Notes: AST106, AST111, and AST112 cover three areas of Astronomy. These courses can be taken in any order or combination. It is highly encouraged that you attend the FREE MCC Physics and Astronomy Boot Camp that occurs prior to the beginning of the semester. Participants will review key skills necessary for success; participants will be better prepared for their course. Visit https://www.mesacc.edu/students/foundations-student-success/boot-camps for more information and to register. |
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General Education Designations: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ] | ||||||
Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
28388 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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03/18/2024 - 05/10/2024 |
Class Started |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Lab Notes: Students registering for class 28388 must also register for lab 28389. |
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28389 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
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03/18/2024 - 05/10/2024 |
Class Started |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 28389 must also register for lecture 28388. |
Summer 2024
AST112 | Introduction to Stars, Galaxies, and Cosmology | 4 Credits | ||||
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Introduction to astronomy for the non-science major. Structure and evolution of stars; supernovae, black holes, and quasars; nebulae; star clusters; galaxies; cosmology, including the birth and death of the universe. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT092 or higher, or satisfactory district placement. |
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General Education Designations: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ] | ||||||
Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
17081 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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05/28/2024 - 07/18/2024 |
Open 17 of 24 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Lab Notes: Students registering for class 17081 must also register for lab 17082. |
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17082 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
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05/28/2024 - 07/18/2024 |
Open 17 of 24 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 17082 must also register for lecture 17081. |
Fall 2024
AST111 | Introduction to Solar System Astronomy | 4 Credits | ||||
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Introduction to astronomy for the non-science major. The scientific method, properties of light, astronomical instruments, our Solar System and solar systems around other stars. Includes hands-on astronomical observations and laboratory exercises. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT092 or higher, or satisfactory district placement. |
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Course Notes: Note that AST111 is not a prerequisite for other AST courses, AST106, 111, and 112 cover three areas of study in astronomy. These courses can be taken in any order or combination. AST106 and AST112 are not prerequisites of this course. It is highly encouraged that you attend the FREE MCC Physics and Astronomy Boot Camp that occurs prior to the beginning of the semester. Participants will review key skills necessary for success; participants will be better prepared for their course. Visit https://www.mesacc.edu/students/foundations-student-success/boot-camps for more information and to register. |
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General Education Designations: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ] | ||||||
Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
33413 |
Red Mountain Campus |
In Person
Lecture
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08/20/2024 - 12/13/2024 |
TuTh |
9:30 AM - 10:45 AM |
Open 23 of 24 |
Lab Notes: Students registering for class 33413 must also register for lab 33414. |
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14050 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/19/2024 - 10/11/2024 |
Open 21 of 24 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Lab Notes: Students registering for class 14050 must also register for lab 14849. |
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33414 |
Red Mountain Campus |
In Person
Lab
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08/20/2024 - 12/13/2024 |
TuTh |
11:00 AM - 12:15 PM |
Open 23 of 24 |
Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 33414 must also register for lecture 33413. |
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14849 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
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08/19/2024 - 10/11/2024 |
Open 21 of 24 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 14849 must also register for lecture 14050. |
AST112 | Introduction to Stars, Galaxies, and Cosmology | 4 Credits | ||||
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Introduction to astronomy for the non-science major. Structure and evolution of stars; supernovae, black holes, and quasars; nebulae; star clusters; galaxies; cosmology, including the birth and death of the universe. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT092 or higher, or satisfactory district placement. |
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Course Notes: Note that AST112 is not a prerequisite for other AST courses, AST106, 111, and 112 cover three areas of study in astronomy. These courses can be taken in any order or combination. AST106 and AST111 are not prerequisites of this course. It is highly encouraged that you attend the FREE MCC Physics and Astronomy Boot Camp that occurs prior to the beginning of the semester. Participants will review key skills necessary for success; participants will be better prepared for their course. Visit https://www.mesacc.edu/students/foundations-student-success/boot-camps for more information and to register. |
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General Education Designations: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ] | ||||||
Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
15904 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/19/2024 - 12/13/2024 |
Open 21 of 24 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Lab Notes: Students registering for class 15904 must also register for lab 15905. |
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15905 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
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08/19/2024 - 12/13/2024 |
Open 21 of 24 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 15905 must also register for lecture 15904. |
Fall Flex Start 2024
AST112 | Introduction to Stars, Galaxies, and Cosmology | 4 Credits | ||||
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Introduction to astronomy for the non-science major. Structure and evolution of stars; supernovae, black holes, and quasars; nebulae; star clusters; galaxies; cosmology, including the birth and death of the universe. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT092 or higher, or satisfactory district placement. |
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Course Notes: Note that AST112 is not a prerequisite for other AST courses, AST106, 111, and 112 cover three areas of study in astronomy. These courses can be taken in any order or combination. AST106 and AST111 are not prerequisites of this course. It is highly encouraged that you attend the FREE MCC Physics and Astronomy Boot Camp that occurs prior to the beginning of the semester. Participants will review key skills necessary for success; participants will be better prepared for their course. Visit https://www.mesacc.edu/students/foundations-student-success/boot-camps for more information and to register. |
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General Education Designations: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ] | ||||||
Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
14742 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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10/14/2024 - 12/13/2024 |
Open 22 of 24 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Lab Notes: Students registering for class 14742 must also register for lab 14852. |
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14852 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
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10/14/2024 - 12/13/2024 |
Open 22 of 24 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 14852 must also register for lecture 14742. |
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