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Melissa K. Bunte, Ph.D.
Residential Faculty - Astronomy
Office: AS 4 - Room: 166
480-461-7881
480-461-7755 (alt)
Office Hours
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Students: In person office hours for Fall 2023 will be immediately before and after class - Monday & Wednesday 10am-10:30am and 1:15pm-2pm in PS 105 or PS 210. Appointment calendar for other times is available through Canvas. Questions by email are always welcome!
Faculty: Stop by the CTL, call, email, or contact me through Canvas with questions related to PAR or Faculty Developement. I'm happy to set up appointments, but walk-ins are also welcome! I'm available in AS 166 Mon/Wed 2-5pm, 10am-5pm Tues/Fri, and virtual Thurs.
Voice messages left at either office phone number will be forwarded to email for a return call.
Profile
Faculty Developer & PAR Facilitator
AY 2022-2025
CTL AS 166
Classes Taught
Fall 2023
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 |
19272 |
Dobson Campus |
In Person
Lecture
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08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023 |
MoWe |
10:30 AM - 11:45 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 19272 must also register for lab 19273. |
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19273 |
Dobson Campus |
In Person
Lab
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08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023 |
MoWe |
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM |
Class Started |
Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 19273 must also register for lecture 19272. |
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 |
27390 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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01/16/2024 - 05/10/2024 |
Open 10 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 27390 must also register for lab 28230. |
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28230 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
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01/16/2024 - 05/10/2024 |
Open 10 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 28230 must also register for lecture 27390. |
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