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| Course: AST111 First Term: 2019 Spring
Final Term: Current
Final Term: 9999
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Lecture 4.0 Credit(s) 3.0 Period(s) 3.0 Load
Lab (zero credit) 0
Credit(s) 3.0 Period(s)
3.0 Load
Subject Type: AcademicLoad Formula: T - Lab Load |
| MCCCD Official Course Competencies | |||
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| 1. Apply the scientific method and other critical thinking models to astronomical phenomena for hypotheses development, experiment design, and data analysis. (I-VII)
2. Apply mathematical principles to astronomical data analysis. (I-VII) 3. Demonstrate the ability to follow directions in completing laboratory exercises. (I-VII) 4. Demonstrate the ability to properly and safely use laboratory tools. (I-VII) 5. Demonstrate the ability to work effectively in collaborative groups. (I-VII) 6. Explain the application of fundamental physical principles to various astronomical phenomena. (II-VII) 7. Use the motions of the planets around our Sun as seen from space to determine their positions as seen from Earth. (II) 8. Describe the features and motions of the celestial sphere and celestial objects and explain the causes of these motions. (II) 9. Describe, in terms of energy, wavelength, and frequency, the various portions of the electromagnetic spectrum and the optical instruments and methods used to detect them. (III-IV) 10. Describe the fundamental characteristics of stars, including their energy source, internal structure, temperature, and luminosity as they relate to solar system formation. (V) 11. Compare and contrast types and characteristics of planets found in solar systems, including internal structures, surface processes, and external environments. (VI) 12. Describe the origin and characteristics of small bodies in solar system, such as comets, asteroids, and meteors. (VI) 13. Explain possible models for the formation of solar systems and how those models are applied to our own Solar System as well as planets orbiting other stars. (VII) | |||
| MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements. | |||
| MCCCD Official Course Outline | |||
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I. Introduction to scientific thinking and skills
A. The scientific method and experiment design B. Mathematics review C. Laboratory safety II. Motions of celestial objects A. Horizon and equatorial coordinate systems B. Kepler`s Laws and motions of the Earth and planets C. Lunar motions and phases III. Light and stellar properties A. The electromagnetic spectrum B. Kirchhoff`s Laws and spectra C. Brightness and luminosity D. Wien`s Law and Stefan-Boltzmann Law E. Stellar and planetary temperatures F. Doppler effect IV. Optics and telescopes A. Types of telescopes, mounts, and detectors B. Transit and Doppler methods for exoplanet detection V. Stars A. Energy generation in the Sun and stars B. Interior structure of the Sun and stars C. Exterior structure of the Sun and stars D. Solar activity VI. Comparative planetology A. Terrestrial planets and exoplanets B. Surface morphology of terrestrial planets C. Jovian planets and exoplanets D. Surface morphology of Jovian satellites E. Small bodies VII. Formation of solar systems A. Models of solar system formation B. Comparison of models to exoplanet systems C. Potential models currently under investigation | |||
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: May 1, 2018 | |||