Covers modern astrophysics, applying physical principles to the solar system, stars, nebulae, galaxies, and cosmology.
Historical reviews of Elena D''Onghia: Reviewers report minimal homework given right before exams as mock practice and super easy midterms based on textbook content.
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PHYSICS 201, 207, 247 or MATH 222
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Christy Tremonti is the current instructor, but available reviews describe historical teaching by Elena D'Onghia. D'Onghia is reported to explain material simply, engage directly with students, and assign minimal homework that serves as mock exams. Her lectures are considered helpful primarily for students who read the textbook, with midterms described as straightforward and easy.
ELENA D'ONGHIA is recorded teaching in Fall 2015, Spring 2017, Fall 2020, Fall 2021, Spring 2023, Fall 2024, Fall 2025. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
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| Section | Mode | Enrolled / capacity | Waitlist |
|---|---|---|---|
| LEC 001 | Classroom Instruction | 54 / 100 | 0 |
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Historical reviews for Elena D'Onghia describe a straightforward course with minimal homework and easy midterms, though lectures require textbook preparation.
Recent recorded grades — Fall 2024: 3.96 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=14 letter grades); Fall 2025: 3.81 GPA, 94.5% A/AB (n=55 letter grades); Spring 2026: 3.50 GPA, 76.0% A/AB (n=50 letter grades).
Historical reviews of Elena D''Onghia: Reviewers report minimal homework given right before exams as mock practice and super easy midterms based on textbook content.
Historical reviews of Elena D''Onghia: Students found the professor engaging and passionate, with simple explanations, but noted that lectures are only helpful if the textbook is read.
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The Physical Universe
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