AFJROTC AS-300 Syllabus

2nd Semester/2nd Term

INSTRUCTOR: Lt Col Obadiah Smith, TSgt Kyle Tidwell

Introduction to Anderson Preparatory Academy: Student Handbook Review

The following will be taught using the “guided discussion” method accompanied by the appropriate PowerPoint slides and APA Cadet Handbook:

Identify the Rules of the APA Handbook Identify the APA Honor Code and Cadet Rights Understand rules of Cadet Conduct at APA Understand Rules and Guidelines Pertaining to the APA Cadet Uniform Understand Rules and Guidelines Pertaining to the AFJROTC Uniform Understand Rules and Guidelines Pertaining to the APA Cadet Grooming

Standards Understand the APA Policies Towards Discipline, Rule and Standards

Violations, and Consequences Understand APA Military Procedures Identify the APA Cadet program, Community Service Policy, and Academic

Grading Scale

Each Cadet must turn in their signature page no later than Friday, January 11, 2019 completed and signed in full…………………………………25 Points

Aerospace Science 300, Chapter 1 The History of Astronomy, Lesson 1: Prehistoric and Classical Astronomy

Pre-TestThe pre-test given and graded using the CPS Learning System or equivalent.The pre-test score will not impact the cadet’s final grade.

Final ExamThe final exam will consist of a group project on Chapter 3. The group project will consist of a 2-5 minute PowerPoint presentation with a narrative paper.

Topics taught by using the “guided discussion” method accompanied by the appropriate PowerPoint slide.

CHAPTER 1: The History of Astronomy Lesson 1 : Prehistoric and Classical Astronomy

o The Celestial Sphere

o The Greek Earth-Centered Modelo Ptolemy’s Model

Lesson 2 : Astronomy and the Renaissanceo Copernicus and the Sun-Centered Modelo Kepler’s Law of Planetary Motion

Lesson 3 : The Enlightenment and Modern Astronomyo Galileo and the Telescopeo Newton’s Laws of Planetary Motiono Einstein and Relativity

Chapter 2: The Earth and Moon Lesson 1: Earth, Inside and Out

o Earth’s Interioro Earth’s Atmosphereo Earth’s Magnetic Field

Lesson 2 : The Moon: Earth’s Fellow Travelero The Moon’s Size and Distance From the Eartho The Relationships Between the Moon and the Eartho The Moon’s Origin and Surface

Chapter 3: The Sun and the Solar System Lesson 1: The Sun and its Domain

o The Sun’s Energyo The Sun’s Core, Atmosphere and Sunspotso The Solar System’s Structure

Lesson 2 : The Terrestrial Planetso Mercuryo Venuso Mars

Lesson 3: The Outer Planetso Jupitero Saturno Uranuso Neptune

Lesson 4: Dwarf Planets, Comets, Asteroids, and Kuiper Belt Objectso Plutoo Asteroidso Cometso The Oort Cloud and the Kuiper Belt

Each lesson will have an accompanying worksheet, or students will be required to take notes. This worksheet will be completed in class and due at the end of the lesson. Notes will also be taken during the class when covering additional material not contained in the text, note taking materials are required for class. Both notes and Worksheets will be graded.

There will be one written quiz covering each lesson, and one final test to cover the entire chapter. The test date may vary due to the length of the lesson and student learning process. When determined, the test date will be announced in class and posted on the APA blog.

Lesson Quizzes 20 points eachChapter Test 100 points

Learning Objectives- Prehistoric and Classical Astronomy- Astronomy and the Renaissance- Kepler’s laws of planetary motion- The Enlightenment and Modern Astronomy- Galileo and the telescope- Newton’s laws of motion and gravity- The Earth and Moon

- The Moon: Earth’s Fellow Traveler- Earth’s interior, atmosphere and magnetic field- The Moon’s size and distance from the earth, relationships between the Moon and the Earth- The Sun and the Solar System

APA PointsYou will have 60 APA points assigned at the beginning of the grading period. You will lose APA points for any disruption to the learning process or non-compliance with the APA handbook. This is at the instructor’s discretion.

Drill and CeremoniesYou will be evaluated for drill (marching) every Tuesday. You will be graded on participation, effort, knowledge, and demonstrated ability of drill. Each drill day is worth 25 points.

Uniform InspectionYou will be evaluated on the wear of the AFJROTC uniform each Thursday. Each uniform inspection is worth 5 points per week. Cadets will be graded on their knowledge of proper uniform wear, participation, military bearing, and grooming and hygiene standards. If you fail to wear the uniform properly for the entire day then you forfeit all 50 points for the day. Each uniform item you forget, such as your hat, belt, or nametag, results in the loss of half of your uniform inspection points for the day. If you fail to wear two uniform items, then you forfeit all

your points for the day. Cadets will be verbally evaluated on general AFJROTC knowledge during their uniform inspection. Failure to perform during the verbal evaluation will be rated in the same manner as missing an item on your uniform. Cadets missing a uniform inspection day are required to wear the AFJROTC uniform the next day they attend school. If leaving for the day prior to their AFJROTC block of instruction cadets must see an AFJROTC instructor to accomplish their uniform inspection. Failure to do so may result in a loss of inspection points for the day. In cases of school cancellations due to act of God where uniform days are missed the following AFJROTC Uniform Day will be valued at 100 pts vice 50 pts to make up for the missed inspection day.

Physical FitnessPhysical Fitness (Participation and Preparedness) will be graded for 50 points each Friday. Cadets will be graded in their participation and level of effort. Cadets are expected to perform at their own pace but must result in a proper work out for their fitness level. Each cadet is required to complete the Physical fitness test each semester. Failure to complete the fitness test results in an automatic failure of PT program. Like anything in life you only benefit to the degree that you commit to doing the work. Opting out is not an option. The 1st no dress will result loss of 20% of the PT grade for the 6 weeks. The second no dress will result in failure of the PT program for the 6 weeks and a referral for Saturday school. Failure to participate fully will result in a loss of points equivalent to the amount of participation loss. This is based on the AFJROTC Instructor’s discretion. If a cadet dresses out but fails to participate then all points will be forfeit for the day. This program is designed to help motivate each cadet to make healthy lifestyle choices for a longer, healthier life.

Classroom RulesThe classroom rules are posted on the bulletin board next to the classroom door. These rules strictly follow the APA handbook. In addition to the posted rules, the APA handbook will be adhered to at all times. The AFJROTC classrooms will not be called to attention except for; Distinguished Visitors, Commandant, Director.

Grading ScaleThe grading scale used on all evaluations, worksheets, and assignments is the same scale listed on page 16 of the APA Cadet Handbook which each cadet is required to have at all times.

TutoringTutoring is available upon request and will be performed after school on a case by case basis.Peer tutoring may be available upon request.

Extra CreditExtra credit will be available at the end of each summative evaluation. Periodic extra credit opportunities will be presented during normal class hours.

Tardies

First time tardies will result in a warning. The second occurrence will result in lunch detention for the cadet to be served the closest lunch following the occurrence. Failure to complete the detention is considered defiance and will be referred accordingly. The third tardy results in an immediate referral and subsequent Saturday school.

References Used/AvailableCPS Learning SystemAPA Cadet HandbookAPA AFJROTC Cadet GuideExploring Space The High FrontierAir Force Instruction 36-2903Air Force Manual 36-2203 Drill and CeremoniesThe Inter-Service Drill Manual

Any questions or concerns should be directed to LT Col Smith or TSgt Tidwell in person or via e-mail: osmith@goapa.org, ktidwell@goapa.org.

I have read and understand the AFJROTC syllabus. I understand that all AFJROTC cadets will be required to meet the guidelines established in this syllabus. I also understand that if I have any questions I have the right to ask my instructor for clarification.

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