Astronomy 100, Perspectives in Astronomy

Fall 2008, Lecture 2

J. B. Kaler


The syllabus for Astronomy 100 has been posted: see below.

Topics and reading for the first unit have been posted: see below.

Planetarium sessions will be held Sept. 9, 10, 15, 16, 24, 25, and 30. The shows start at 7 PM and run to 8:20. You must pay $3 at the door (please have exact change). Go to the Planetarium Session Information Page for directions and to reserve a seat at a session.

Night observing will be held Sept. 8, 9, 10, 11, 22, 23, 24, 25 if clear: see the night observing page for details.

Upcoming special events.

Mr. Chakraborty's office hours: Monday 4-5 PM, Tuesday 2:30-3:30 PM.


  • Syllabus and Course Information
  • New Reading and Topics
  • Old Reading and Topics
  • Demos and Animations
  • Astronomical Misconceptions
  • Skylights
  • Stars of the Week