Astronomy and Cosmology (Ph 110, Section 2)
Spring 2022

COURSE OUTLINE

Course Name and Number: 01:750:110:S2 "Astronomy and Cosmology"

LMS: Canvas

Course LMS Site: To Be Announced

Semester: Spring 2022

Meeting Days, Times, and Places: The course consists of 2 meetings (MW 7:30PM-8:50PM) each week in the Physics Lecture Hall on Busch Campus.

Lecturer: Prof. Jack Hughes, Busch Campus, Serin-307, Tel: (848)445-8878, e-mail: jph "at" physics.rutgers.edu

Office Hours: To Be Announced

Textbook: Required. The Cosmic Perspective: Fundamentals (2nd edition, 2015, Pearson) by Bennett, Donahue, Schneider, and Voit. Available from the bookstore in either print or e-book format (your choice). Optional: The Pearson on-line "MasteringAstronomy" website. This site contains lots of useful learning aids that many students will find useful.

iclickers: Required. We will be doing in-class quizzes using the iClicker classroom response system. Details for registering your iclicker will be given in class. Note you will need an actual iclicker device, since the phone app will not be allowed.

Overview: In this course we shall study the structure and evolution of stars, the properties of galaxies, and the past, present, and future of the Universe. There are no college-level prerequisites for this course, but typical high school algebra and science preparation is assumed. The companion course, Physics 109, covers the historical foundations of astronomy, the tools and techniques used by modern astronomers, the constituents of our solar system, and the processes by which it formed.

Learning Goals:

Assessment: Grades will be determined based on three elements weighted equally: (1) in class iclicker quizes, (2) a midterm exam, and (3) a cumulative final exam. All quizes and exams will be closed-book format and will consist of multiple-choice questions. Iclicker quizes will be given on material that has been presented in class or covered in the assigned reading. Both exams will be computer-graded; be sure to bring a number 2 pencil. There will be a make-up final for students with a class conflict, a medical/family emergency, or other serious and unforeseen event. In all cases, documentation (your class schedule, a doctor's note, etc.) must be provided to take the make-up exam.

Exam Schedule:

How to succeed in this class:

Academic Integrity Policy: Students are expected to maintain the highest level of academic integrity. Visit the Academic Integrity site (Link here) at Rutgers University and familiarize yourself with the university policy (Link here) on academic integrity. Resources for Students are available here. Violations will be reported and enforced according to this policy.

Rutgers University takes academic dishonesty very seriously. By enrolling in this course, you assume responsibility for familiarizing yourself with the Academic Integrity Policy and the possible penalties (including suspension and expulsion) for violating the policy. As per the policy, all suspected violations will be reported to the Office of Student Conduct. Academic dishonesty includes (but is not limited to):

If in doubt, please consult the instructor.

Mask Requirement: We will follow all University rules regarding restrictions for minimizing the spread of COVID-19 among the Rutgers community.

Student Wellness Services:


The address of this page is http://www.physics.rutgers.edu/ugrad/110/intro.html

Please send any comments to Jack Hughes, jph "at" physics.rutgers.edu.

Revised November 28, 2022