STANDARD COMPETENCIES:

 

 I.      Define each of the related vocabulary words.

 II.     Recognize the appropriate symbols used.

 III.    State the concepts introduced.

 IV.     Distinguish between different concepts within a topic.

 V.      Interpret tables or graphs.

 VI.     Collect and organize data in a systematic manner.

 VII.    Present data by construction of charts and graphs.

 VIII.   Evaluate the relevancy of data.

 IX.     Write a formal report.

 X       Set up and solve problems using geometry, algebra, and trigonometry as required.

 XI.     Apply concepts to new situations.

 XII.    Demonstrate the ability to select and apply contemporary forms of technology to solve problems or compile information.

 TOPICAL OUTLINE:

 

 I.      The Nature of Light

         A.      Waves and Particles

         B.      Inverse Square Law

         C.      Blackbody Radiation

         D.      Doppler Effect

 II.     Spectra

         A.      The Bohr Atom

         B.      Energy Levels of the Atom

         C.      Atomic Spectra

         D.      Stellar Spectra and Classification

 III.    Observing Tools

         A.      Astrophotography

         B.      Photometers

         C.      Spectrometers

         D.      Radio Telescopes

 IV.     Stellar Properties

         A.      Apparent and Absolute Magnitudes

         B.      Direct and Indirect Distance Measurements

         C.      Stellar Temperatures

         D.      The H.R. Diagram

         E.      Variable Stars

 V.      The Sun

         A.      Thermonuclear Fusion

         B.      The Sun's Interior

         C.      The Photosphere

         D.      The Solar Atmosphere

         E.      Sunspots and Other Surface Phenomenon

 VI.     Stellar Evolution

         A.      Gravitational Condensation

         B.      Proto Stars

         C.      Main Sequence Stars

         D.      Red Giants

         E.      White Dwarfs

         F.      Supernova

         G.      Neutron Stars

         H.      Black Holes

         I.      Clusters and Nebula

 VII.    Galaxies

         A.      Structure of the Milky Way

         B.      Galactic Classification

         C.      Distribution of Galaxies

         D.      Quasars Cosmology

         E.      The Expanding Universe

         F.      The Big Bang

         G.      The Fate of the Universe