Astronomy Exam Review Study Guide
Astronomy B1 Physics of Cosmos Class Syllabus Fall 2016 Mon/Wed Astronomy B1 Physics of Cosmos Mon/Wed Class Syllabus Fall 2016 Instructor: (link appears in new window) Email: Physical Office: Math-Science 101 (top floor, southwest corner), 395-4526 (leave a message if I'm not there). The map at right shows where it is. Department office: SE 57, 395-4401 (Another place to leave messages).
Lectures: MW 11:10 AM in MS 112 (Planetarium), 85 minutes each. Office Hrs: MW 9:35 - 11:00 am in MS 101. Other times by appointment.
Required Text: The Astronomy B1 Physics of the Cosmos Student Guide from the -about $15.64 with tax (blue cover) and access code from the -about $52. You can purchase the access code directly from the publisher by selecting the link ($40). Access code valid for only ONE student.
The 'Quick Study' sheets are NOT required.: (2013 edition) at the (about $132 new or $99 used) or from. See the for what that means before purchasing the hardcopy. Prerequisites: Reading Level 1 level prior to transfer (college-level comprehension). Recommended: Writing Level 1 level prior to transfer (college-level) and Math Level 2 levels prior to transfer. Other resources:. available at the Library Reserve counter Class website: and choose the ASTR B1 link for the current semester. Waitlisted students: You will need an 'enrollment key' that will be given in class on the first day of class.
The Sapling Learning website is for the homework problems. Class lectures, announcements, exam review sheets, and other class materials are on the class Canvas site. Sapling Learning website:. Course ID = Bakersfield College - ASTR B1 - Fall16 - STROBEL and key code 'orion'. Caterpillar dump truck. (Make sure you don't pick the ASTR B3 course!) You can purchase Sapling Learning access code online (and it's cheaper!). Students with financial aid book vouchers will need to get the access code from the bookstore.
Course Overview A college-level survey of the universe, from the everyday observations we make of the sky (and what they mean) to our ideas about the inner workings ( physics) of the planets, stars, galaxies and overall characteristics of the universe. Equivalent to a university course except:.
slower pace. the instructor wants you to succeed and is much more available for questions.
Throughout the course we will examine the process and philosophy of science from the astronomical perspective. We will use several examples from current research problems. Modern astronomy deals with some very mind-expanding stuff requiring sophisticated abstract and logical thinking so you will need to give your brain TIME to mull over and digest the concepts. If you take a look at any college astronomy textbook (not just mine) and any course outline for a college astronomy class, you will see that modern astronomy is mostly a ' physics of the cosmos'— how things work and how we know. Astronomy is a visually beautiful and intellectually stimulating subject.
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We live in a beautiful universe on a gorgeous planet. Understanding how it became the way it is and how the parts interact with each other enriches and deepens our appreciation for the artistry around us. It is my hope that you will take the time and spend the effort to learn how our universe works.