Bucknell Unversity Astronomy 101
How to Complete Observing Lab #3

1. Make sure you've got the Observing Lab #3 writeup. It is contained in the second shrink-wrapped packet of labs available from the Bookstore.


2. Sign up for an Observatory time slot in the signup sheets on Ned's office door (Olin 151).
Observing times are as follows:

Rules for Signup


3. Read over the lab before you go to the Observatory. It's dark outside, so it will be hard to read while you're doing the lab!


4. On the night of your observing slot, check the weather. If you can see stars, the lab will be held. If you're unsure, call X71139, where you'll hear an answering machine message indicating whether lab will be held.


5. Go to the Observatory at the appointed time and complete the lab with the Teaching Assistants and Instructors.


6. Once you've obtained your observations, you'll need to do some analysis. The lab writeup contains notes on how to do this. Make sure you complete the analysis before handing in the lab.


7. Return the lab to Ned in class or in the box by Ned's office. You will not receive credit for the lab until you've handed it in.


Observing Lab #3 is due by 5:00 pm on Tuesday, 6 December.