100
October 4, 2022
Tuesdays, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm PT
Q1, Q2
Level
Start Date
Live Class
Quarter
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course will trace the development of man’s understanding of motion and gravitation, starting with the earliest astronomical observations of pre-Greek civilizations, and culminating in the achievements of Isaac Newton. How did mankind progress from a state of total ignorance about the stars, planets, Sun, and Moon to our first scientific understanding of these bodies and the laws that govern their behavior? No prerequisites or background in physics are required.
COURSE DETAILS
Playlist of Live Class Recordings
Readings and Resources:
- Texts (Kindle or paperback editions are acceptable):
- The Logical Leap by David Harriman.
- The Stars: A New Way to See Them, H. A. Rey
- Recommended Background Material:
- History of Philosophy by Leonard Peikoff (Lecture course on courses.aynrand.org)
- Lectures 1 through 20 are the most relevant as background material
- Bibliography
Lead TA to contact regarding extension requests or related issues: David Bakker ([email protected]).
Live Class:
Live class on Zoom on Tuesdays, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm Pacific Time / 2:30 – 4:30 pm Eastern Time
(Meeting ID: 863 1254 7375 | Passcode: 736230)
Office Hours:
I will be holding open office hours, which any student or auditor is welcome to attend.
- Extra Time + Office Hour: Tuesdays, 1:30 – 2:30 pm Pacific Time / 4:30 – 5:30 Eastern Time
- Office Hour or Special Extra Sessions: Thursdays, 9:00 – 10:00 am Pacific Time / 12:00 – 1:00 pm Eastern Time
If you are unable to attend at these times, please email the faculty to request a meeting outside of scheduled office hours.
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