Course:	Astronomy of the Solar System
	T & Th 9:30-10:45am, MP 3001
Instructor:	Prof. Clayton Heller
	Office: MP 2009
	Phone: 681-0159
	Web: http://cheller.phy.georgiasouthern.edu
	Email: cheller@georgiasouthern.edu
	Hours: T & Th 12:30-1:30pm
Textbook:	Voyages to the Planets by Fraknoi, Morrison & Wolff, 3rd Ed.
Study Guide:	Astronomy Study Guide Version 1.3 by C. Heller

Course Description

This course is the first semester of the Astronomy 1010/1020 series, a non-mathematical introduction to our Universe. This course concentrates on solar system astronomy, the study of our Sun and Planets. It also explores the development of the methods, principles, and history of scientific thought as applied to Astronomy.

Examinations

There will be three in-class tests and a comprehensive final. Tests will cover lecture material and assigned readings. In-class quizzes covering assigned reading will also be given during the semester. All tests and quizzes will be multiple choice, using standard machine-graded answer sheets. The student is responsible for having his/her student ID card, number 2 pencil and scantron ParScore 48/TSM test form available on each test date. In addition in-class writing assignments will be given during the semester.

Course Grading

Component	Date	Points	% Grade		Scale
Test 1	Feb 5	30	16		88-100	A
Test 2	Mar 5	30	16		75-87	B
Test 3	Apr 9	30	16		62-74	C
Final	May 5 10:00	45	25		50-61	D
Quizzes	---	24	13		-49	F
Assignments	---	25	14

Makeup Exams

If you know you will not be able to take an exam for a valid reason you can make an appointment, in advance of the test date, to take a makeup exam. All makeup exams will consist of essay questions. All four tests must be taken to complete the course. An exam missed for a valid reason must be reported to the instructor within two days of the exam.