SCHEDULE AND NOTES

Topic 1: Introduction

Topic 2: Sun

Topic 3: Mercury

Topic 4: Venus

Topic 5: Earth's Moon

Topic 6: Mars, Phobos and Deimos

Topic 7: Near Earth Objects

Topic 8: The Asteroid Belt

Topic 9: Ceres

FILMS

WEB

BBC: The Evolution of Man

ASSIGNMENTS

6,000 word 'Amundsen Rule' Paper, Topical Reader Responses (5)

DESCRIPTION

The Inner Solar System bodies' composition, origins, current characteristics and cultural importance. This course includes a 6,000 word writing requirement. A grade of 2 or higher must be attained. 18 class hours.

READING LIST

Miller, Ron, "The Grand Tour".

Sobel, Dava, "The Planets."

OBJECTIVES

• Learn as much as possible about the history of our civilization and your place within it
• Spread your understanding to other people who would otherwise never encounter it
• Begin to see the world around you as a place you can make a difference in

GRADING

Reader Responses (5): 25%, Midterm: 25%, Research Paper: 25%, Final: 25%.