ASTR 108: Planetary Science – The Outer Planets is an engaging course that delves into the captivating realm of the gas giants of our solar system: Jupiter and Saturn, as well as the ice giants Uranus and Neptune. Through a combination of scientific principles, observational data, and spacecraft missions, students will unravel the mysteries surrounding these fascinating worlds. They will explore the planetary compositions, atmospheric dynamics, ring systems, and moons of the outer planets, gaining insights into their formation, evolution, and potential for habitability.