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Astronomy 122 introduces students to the structure and evolution of our Sun and other stars. The course includes an introduction to the theories of the forces of nature as they pertain to the study of stellar birth, structure, evolution, and death. The course includes an introduction to the physics required for this study.
http://physics.uoregon.edu/~jimbrau/astr122
Instructor:
Prof. Jim Brau
Telephone: (541) 346-4766
414B Willamette (enter through 414 Willamette)
e-mail: jimbrau@uoregon.edu
Class HoursTue 10:00 am - 11:25 am |
Office HoursMon 11-11:30 am |
TextAstronomy Today |
Course Outline for Astronomy 122 (Tentative - 3/27/13)
| Date | Chapter | Topic |
| Apr 2 Apr 4 Apr 9 Apr 11 Apr 16 |
Chapter 3 & 4 Chapter 4 & 5 Chapter 3, 4 & 5 Chapter 3, 4 & 5 |
Introduction Radiation & Spectroscopy Spectroscopy & Telescopes Review Exam #1 |
| Apr 18 Apr 23 Apr 25 Apr 30 May 2 May 7 |
Chapter 16 Chapter 17 Chapter 17 Chapter 18 Chapters 16, 17 & 18 Chapters 16, 17 & 18 |
The Sun Measuring the Stars Red Giants and White Dwarfs The Interstellar Medium Review Exam #2 |
| May 9 May 14 May 16 May 21 May 23 May 28 |
Chapter 19 Chapter 20 Chapter 21 Chapter 21 Chapters 19, 20 & 21 Chapters 19, 20 & 21 |
Star Formation Stellar Evolution Stellar Explosion Stellar Explosion Review Exam #3 |
| May 30 June 4 June 6 |
-- Project due Chapter 22 Special Lecture |
(no lecture) Neutron Stars and Black Holes Beyond the Stars |
| Jun 11, 8 am |
Comprehensive |
FINAL EXAM |
Reading Assignments
Students should read the material before the lecture in order to benefit most from the discussions in class.
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Recommended Homework.
Quizzes and Exams
There will be frequent quizzes in class. Clickers will be used for the quizzes.You will need a clicker the 2nd week of class. If you don't have one already, they are available at the Duck Store. Then, be sure to register your clicker ID on the Blackboard site.
Tentative Exam Schedule (Caution: dates may change and will be finalize during term. )
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Exams - reviews,
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Astronomy Course Project:
An astronomy course project is required of each student. The project might be a written report on a topic of interest, a report of an observational exercise, a poster on a topic, or the design of an astronomical instrument, to name a few possibilities. For more information refer to the project web page.
Grading:
Three midterm exams will be given, with 80% course grade based on the two highest midterm scores and the final exam score. So, the breakdown for the course grade isThere will be no make-up exams. A passing score on the final exam and on the course project are required to pass the course. One midterm exam is optional, as long as two midterm exams are passed. Class attendance is mandatory as the exams will contain material from the lectures as well as the textbook. There will also be occasional short quizzes given in class for extra credit. Students must be able to calculate numerical problems using fundamental algebra to earn an A in the course.
Two best midterm exams 50% (25% each) Quizzes 10% Course project 10% Final exam 30%
Academic Dishonesty:
Academic dishonesty will not be tolerated. This includes any form of cheating, plagiarism, or fabrication. All work must be your own, produced exclusively for this course. For additional information on plagiarism, refer to the UO Library information. Academic dishonesty can result in receipt of a failing grade on the specific assignment or even receiving an F in the course. Additional information on academic conduct is available from Student Life. Every violation will be dealt with seriously and noted on student disciplinary records.