Today Introduce course, teacher, website. List the 3 hallmarks of science. Start to develop a “feel” for the size of the universe and its contents. MCTC Astronomy 1110 – Raquel Jarabek

Watch Video Yakko’s Universe

Astronomy The study of objects and processes in the universe with emphasis on collections of matter like planets, stars and galaxies and their interactions.

Astronomy – Our Course Sky sights you can see (Sun, Moon, planets constellations, aurora) ealtime/mdi_igr/512/ nssdc.gsfc.nasa.gov

Astronomy – Our Course Size and layout of the solar system and universe /nats102/mario/solar_system.html /1996/01/image/a/format/web /

Astronomy – Our Course Science What it is and what it is not.

Copernican Revolution Galileo observed… Moon craters Imperfections in the heavens Heavens are Earth-like Astronomy – Our Course Earth is not at the center

Astronomy – Our Course How we get information from stars /kids/imagers/ems/visible. html

Astronomy – Our Course Solar system APOD

Saturn’s moons: Titan (largest), Dione -

Mars Curiosity Rover

Astronomy – Our Course Birth of stars, planets

Astronomy – Our Course Death of stars

Astronomy – Our Course Groups of stars

Astronomy – Our Course Origin and fate of universe 13.8

Astronomy or Astrology? Astronomy is a science. Science: 1. Uses natural explanations not supernatural 2. Requires testable, repeatable evidence 3. Uses simplest explanation Three Hallmarks of Science

How much math do you need for Astronomy? Basic Algebra – completed successfully Scientific notation 3.2 X 10 5 Divide numbers (scale models)

Function Science courses Lab AA Degree 2 (in different disciplines) 1 MN Transfer 2 (in different disciplines) 2 Curriculum Transfer to 2 (one biological, one physical) 2 many colleges You may take Astronomy Lab next semester Show up to lab this week even if you haven’t gotten in yet. Should you take Astronomy Lab?

Astronomy Lab Lab folks – Come to your scheduled section this week. We will meet for about 30 minutes.

Required Textbook Michael Seeds and Dana Backman, "Horizons: Exploring the Universe" 13th edition, © Get the textbook new, used (13 th or 12 th edition), ebook or rental. One is on reserve in library under Jarabek or ASTR1110 for in library use only. Bookstore Textbook Bundle: includes the softcover textbook, planisphere for 40 o -50 o latitude, and an online code to use MindTap cengagebrain.com including access to the online textbook, flashcards and quiz/practice questions (These are optional extra materials through MindTap and Cengage.) Optional Student Registration URL: Course Key: in syllabus

Who is the teacher? Raquel Jarabek

Investigation of Manifolds and Optimized Trajectories in the Three-Body Problem

About Raquel

Syllabus Activity Name__________________________________ Syllabus Questions ___________________________ Secret Code Name/Number _________ (something I can type please) Write one thing you have in common with Raquel Fill it in – Bring it to the front

Time Management Budget and manage your time carefully.

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How many hours each week do you expect to study for this course? Minimum 6 hours per week

Useful Resources Website Calendar & Test Dates Syllabus Observations & Due Dates Notes - Objectives & Homework Powerpoints D2L Weekly Quizzes

HOMEWORK Listed in the notes Read the syllabus. Go to my website. Go to the calendar. Mark test dates on your calendar. –Feb 10-Test 1, Mar 24-Test 2, Apr 30-Test 3, May 12-Final –On my website, go to today’s notes and read them. Do the homework listed at the end of the today’s notes.

Powers of Ten Develop a feel for the layout and size of objects in the universe u/powersof10/index.html Or Similar theme – see notes

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