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Extended Description:
Instructor: James N. Imamura
Office: 457 Willamette Hall
e-mail: imamura@uoregon.edu
Phone: 541-346-5212
In lieu of a test, a student may opt to turn in a written paper, minimum length 6 pages based on multiple outside references (grading rubric). The paper may be a report on an agreed upon topic rather than a research paper. Students must select a topic after conferring with Instructor (me) before writing their paper.
Homework exercises
Late Homework assignments can earn credit if turned within a week after the due date or the last day of the tenth week of class, whichever comes first. Credit for late homework assignments will decrease by 10 % for each day late.
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9/27 | Introduction
Chapter 1: A Modern View of the Universe, Chapter 3.1 The Ancient Roots of ScienceTopic 1 | ||
9/29-10/8 | Naked Eye Astronomy
Chapter 2: Discovering the Universe for YourselfTopic 2 | ||
10/11-10/15 | The Development of Modern Astronomy
Chapter 3: The Science of Astronomy, Chapter 4: Making Sense of the Universe, 4.2-4.4Topic 3 | ||
10/18-10/20 | The Solar System
Chapter 6: Formation of the Solar SystemTopic 4 | ||
10/25-10/27 | Formation of the Solar System
Chapter 6: Formation of the Solar SystemTopic 4a | ||
10/29 | Is the Solar
System Unique?
Chapter 10: Other Planetary Systems: The New Science of Distant WorldsTopic 4b | ||
11//1 | The Terrestrial Planets
Chapter 7: Earth and the Terrestrial WorldsTopic 5 | ||
11/3-11/12 | The Interiors and Surfaces of the Terrestrial Planets
Chapter 7: Earth and the Terrestrial WorldsTopic 5a, Topic 5b | ||
11/15-11/17 | Atmospheres of the Terrestrial
Planets
Chapter 7: Earth and the Terrestrial WorldsTopic 5c | ||
11/22 | The Jovian Planets
Chapter 8: Jovian Planet SystemsTopic 6 | ||
11/22-12/3 | Jupiter and Saturn
Chapter 8: Jovian Planet SystemsTopic 6a | ||
... | Uranus and Neptune
Chapter 8: Jovian Planet SystemsTopic 6b | ||
... | Dwarf Planets, Asteroids, and Comets |
Chapter 9: Asteroids, Comets, and Dwarf Planets: Their Nature, Orbits, and Impacts | Topic 7 |
12/3 | Search for Life in the Solar System
Chapter 19: Life in the UniverseTopic 8 | ||
The University of Oregon is working to create inclusive learning environments. Please let me know within the first two weeks of the term if you need assistance to fully participate in the course. Participation includes access to lectures, web-based information, in-class activities, and exams. The Accessible Education Center (http://aec.uoregon.edu/) works with students to provide an instructor notification letter that outlines accommodations and adjustments to class design that will enable better access. You are encouraged to contact the Accessible Education Center in 360 Oregon Hall at 541-346-1155 or uoaec@uoregon.edu for assistance with access or disability-related questions or concerns.
Academic Misconduct
The University Student Conduct Code (available at conduct.uoregon.edu) defines academic misconduct. Students are prohibited from committing or attempting to commit any act that constitutes academic misconduct. By way of example, students should not give or receive (or attempt to give or receive) unauthorized help on assignments or examinations without express permission from the instructor. Students should properly acknowledge and document all sources of information (e.g. quotations, paraphrases, ideas) and use only the sources and resources authorized by the instructor. If there is any question about whether an act constitutes academic misconduct, it is the student's obligation to clarify the question with the instructor before committing or attempting to commit the act. Additional information about a common form of academic misconduct, plagiarism, is available at https://researchguides.uoregon.edu/citing-plagiarism.
Ref: https://coronavirus.uoregon.edu/regulations, https://coronavirus.uoregon.edu/prevention#if-sick-stay-home
Inclement Weather
It is generally expected that class will meet unless the University is officially closed for inclement weather. If it becomes necessary to cancel class while the University remains open, this will be announced on Canvas and by email. Updates on inclement weather and closure are also communicated in other ways described here: https://hr.uoregon.edu/about-hr/campus-notifications/inclement-weather/inclement-weather-immediate-updates
Academic Disruption due to Campus Emergency
In the event of a campus emergency that disrupts academic activities, course requirements, deadlines, and grading percentages are subject to change. Information about changes in this course will be communicated as soon as possible by email, and on Canvas. If we are not able to meet face-to-face, students should immediately log onto Canvas and read any announcements and/or access alternative assignments. Students are also encouraged to continue the readings and other assignments as outlined in this syllabus or subsequent syllabi.
Reporting Obligations
I am a [designated reporter/student-directed employee]. For information about my reporting obligations as an employee, please see Employee Reporting Obligations on the Office of Investigations and Civil Rights Compliance (OICRC) website. Students experiencing any form of prohibited discrimination or harassment, including sex or gender-based violence, may seek information and resources at safe.uoregon.edu, respect.uoregon.edu, or investigations.uoregon.edu or contact the non-confidential Title IX office/Office of Civil Rights Compliance (541-346-3123), or Dean of Students offices (541-346-3216), or call the 24-7 hotline 541-346-SAFE for help. I am also a mandatory reporter of child abuse. Please find more information at Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect.
Mental Health and Wellness
Life at college can be very complicated. Students often feel overwhelmed or stressed, experience anxiety or depression, struggle with relationships, or just need help navigating challenges in their life. If you're facing such challenges, you don't need to handle them on your own--there's help and support on campus.
University Health Services help students cope with difficult emotions and life stressors. If you need general resources on coping with stress or want to talk with another student who has been in the same place as you, visit the Duck Nest (located in the EMU on the ground floor) and get help from one of the specially trained Peer Wellness Advocates. Find out more at health.uoregon.edu/ducknest.
University Counseling Services (UCS) has a team of dedicated staff members to support you with your concerns, many of whom can provide identity-based support. All clinical services are free and confidential. Find out more at counseling.uoregon.edu or by calling 541-346-3227 (anytime UCS is closed, the After-Hours Support and Crisis Line is available by calling this same number.
Basic Needs
Any student who has difficulty affording groceries or accessing sufficient food to eat every day, or who lacks a safe and stable place to live and believes this may affect their performance in the course is urged to contact the Dean of Students Office (346-3216, 164 Oregon Hall) for support.
This UO webpage includes resources for food, housing, healthcare, childcare, transportation, technology, finances, and legal support: https://blogs.uoregon.edu/basicneeds/food/
Accommodation for Religious Observances
The University makes reasonable accommodations, upon request, for students who are unable to attend a class for religious obligations or observance reasons, in accordance with the university discrimination policy which says, "any student who because of religious beliefs, is unable to attend classes on a particular day shall be excused from attendance requirements and from any examination or other assignment on that day. The student shall make up the examination or other assignment missed because of the absence." To request accommodations for this course for religious observance, visit the Office of the Registrar's website (https://registrar.uoregon.edu/calendars/religious-observances) and complete and submit to the instructor the Religious Accommodation Request form prior to the end of the second week of the term.