May 6
The exam 4 scores are posted as well the final course averages on MasteringAstronomy. The final course letter grade is based on your final course average:

A: 90-100, B: 80-89, C: 70-79, D: 60-69, F: 0-59
Final course grades are based solely on points earned.

Please remember that lab and lecture are combined into one course grade. Even though the registrar will post lab and lecture separately they are one and the same grade. The posted lab and lecture grades must be the same.

Have a great summer!

E. Michaels

May 1
The final exam is on Tuesday, May 6 at 10:30 am. Bring a scantron and don't be late! The lab exam scores and the final lab averages will be posted sometime tomorrow. I should be available Monday if you need help with course material or you have grade questions.

Good luck on you finals!

April 15
Exam grades are posted. The class average on this exam was a 62%. The highest score was 97%. Please drop by if you want to go over your exam during office hours or make an appointment if your schedule conflicts with those hours.

Don't forget only two night labs remaining!! If you have not completed your night lab requirement tonight and Thursday are your last chances.

April 7
Important Reminder!
There are 6 remaining night labs on the Calendar. If you have still not completed the night lab requirement make sure you attend one of these remaining night labs. These labs will meet regardless of weather conditions. Meet at the commuters bus stop behind the library at 8 pm on the date you signed up (don't be late!) . The night lab TA will decide whether sky conditions permit a normal night lab (a trip to the observatory) or if it will be necessary to substitute an indoor lab. There will be no night labs scheduled after April 17. Remember, space is limited in each lab so sign up early!

March 20
I have moved Exam 3 from Thursday, April 10 to Tuesday, April 15. This change is indicated in the Calendar. Don't forget to sign up for night lab if you haven't already complete that lab requirement. Hopefully the weather will improve!

March 6
The exam 2 grades are posted! The class average was 69%. Have a great (and safe) spring break!

March 4
Please remember to bring your clicker to class on Thursday. Don't forget Thursday is exam day!

February 20
Don't forget the lunar eclipse is tonight! Unfortunately, clouds may prevent us from seeing this celestial event.

February 12
I added a couple of new nights to the night lab calendar, Monday and Tuesday of next week. If have not completed your night lab requirement be sure to sign up!

February 7
The exam 1 scores are posted! The class average was 72%. If you would like to see your exam, drop by my office next week during office hours and I'll be happy to go over the exam with you. Be sure to check the calendar for next week's assignments!

February 5
For some reason a majority of you did not complete HW05 on time?? You can still complete the assignment and receive partial credit but the longer you wait the greater the penalty. You also have HW06 due on exam day, Feb. 7. I usually don't have an assignment due on exam days but this one will help prepare you for the exam.

Don't forget to bring a scantron (882-E) on Thursday. If you need help with the exam material please drop by. I'll be happy to help!

January 23
There are several individuals that have not yet registered for MasteringAstronomy . Please complete this process as soon as possible since so you can complete assignments (one assignment is already past due). If you need help please let know!

A couple of reminders...
1) Don't forget to attend your lab class next week! Be sure to bring your lab manual, clicker and a calculator.
2) Tomorrow (January 24) we will be meeting in the Planetarium for lecture. We will split the class by last name so we can fit.
A - L will meet from 11:00 - 11:35
M-Z will meet from 11:40 - 12:15

January 2008
Welcome to the Ast 105 web site! There are a lot of useful resources here that will help you succeed in Astronomy 105. Take the time to familiarize yourself with both this site and the MasteringAstronomy web site.

Check the Calendar often for reading and other assignments and don't forget the First Assignment is due Thursday, January 17.

If you find yourself confused or falling behind for any reason, let me know immediately! Either drop by my office or email. I can't help if I don't know there is a problem.

E. Michaels