| Lesson One - All Systems Go |
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| Objective |
TEKS |
| Explain the objectives of NASA's mission and vision |
112.47 Physics (c)(3)(A&C) |
| Summarize the roles and responsibilities of the members of the ground control team |
112.47 Physics (c)(3)(D) |
| List the types of careers available in the shuttle program |
112.43 Biology (c)(3)(D) |
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112.45 Chemistry (c)(3)(D) |
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112.47 Physics (c)(3)(D) |
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112.48 Astronomy (c)(3)(D) |
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126.22 Computer Science (c)(3)(D) |
| Calculate the change in velocity that the shuttle will need to make to re-enter the Earth's atmosphere and land successfully at the designated land strip |
111.32 Algebra I (a)(1-6), (b)(1)(C&D), (b)(3)(B), (c)(3)(A) |
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112.47 Physics (c)(3)(B), (c)(5)(C) |
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| Lesson Two - On Orbit Ops |
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| Objective |
TEKS |
| Describe the components and systems of the Space Shuttle |
112.47 Physics (b)(3),(c)(2) |
| Give the reasons for the Challenger and Columbia accidents and describe the changes to the program that resulted from them |
112.47 Physics (c)(3)(A&C) |
| List some of the emergency procedures developed for the Space Shuttle |
112.47 Physics (b)(1), (c)(1) |
| Explain a variety of upgrades to the Space Shuttle since its inception |
112.47 Physics (c)(3)(A) |
| Describe the orbital maneuvers of the Space Shuttle, and explain how they are accomplished |
112.47 Physics (c)(2)(A-D)(c)(4)(E) |
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112.48 Astronomy (c)(2)(A-D),(c)(7) |
| Summarize the plan set by President Bush to retire the Space Shuttle |
112.47 Physics (c)(3)(A) |
| Describe the sequence of astronaut training and list some of the methods used to prepare the crews |
112.47 Physics (c)(3)(D) |
| Explain the basic effects of microgravity on objects and living things |
112.43 Biology (c)(11)(B) |
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112.47 Physics (c)(4)(E) |
| Design a 21st century Crew Exploration Vehicle |
112.47 Physics (c)(3)(C), (c)(4)(C) |
| Calculate the length of a de-orbit burn of the Space Shuttle orbital maneuvering system (OMS) engines |
111.32 Algebra I (a)(1-6), (b)(1)(D&E), (b)(3)(A), (b)(4)(A) |
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112.47 Physics (c)(3)(B) |
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| Lesson Three - De-Orbit Burn |
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| Objective |
TEKS |
| List a variety of activities and experiments that have been done on the space shuttle (satellite deploys and rescues, Hubble, Galileo, SpaceLab) |
112.43 Biology (b)(4) |
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112.47 Physics (b)(4) |
| Examine the types of science done on board the shuttle in one of the following fields: Biotechnology, Biomedicine, Fluid Physics, Combustion Science, Materials Science, Space Science, and Fundamental Physics |
112.43 Biology (b)(1) |
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112.47 Physics (b)(1) |
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112.48 Astronomy (b)(1) |
| Explain the components of a typical extravehicular activity (space walk) and the various equipment (suits, tools, rescue devices) used |
112.47 Physics (c)(3)(A) |
| Analyze significant impacts of spin-offs from Space Shuttle Program research |
112.43 Biology (b)(4),(c)(3)(C) |
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112.47 Physics (b)(4), (c)(3)(C) |
| List the major outcomes from the U.S.-Russian Shuttle-Mir program |
112.47 Physics (b)(3), (c)(3)(C) |
| Calculate how much of a g force the astronauts experience |
111.32 Algebra I (a)(1-6), (b)(1)(B&C), (b)(3)(A), (b)(4)(A&D) |
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112.47 Physics (c)(3)(B), (c)(5)(C) |
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| Lesson Four - Some Assembly Required |
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| Objective |
TEKS |
| Name all previous Russian and American space stations |
112.47 Physics (b)(4) |
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113.32 History (c)(1)(A) |
| Analyze alternate designs for the space station, the evolution of the International Space Station and explain why the changes to the designs were made over time |
112.47 Physics (c)(3)(C), (c)(4)(C) |
| Summarize of the goals of the International Space Station Program |
112.47 Physics (c)(3)(A) |
| Describe the basic assembly sequence through Assembly Complete |
112.47 Physics (b)(3) |
| Compare the international partners of the International Space Station and their contributions to the space station |
112.47 Physics (b)(3) |
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112.32 History (c)(1)(B) |
| Design an innovation to assist the astronauts in the completion of the ISS |
112.47 Physics (b)(4), (c)(4)(A-E), (c)(5)(A-D) |
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112.43 Biology (c)(11)(A-C) |
| Determine the EVA O2 budget for an International Space Station emergency repair scenario |
111.32 Algebra I (a)(1-6), (b)(1)(C&D), (b)(3)(A), (b)(4) |
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| Lesson Five - Space Station Science |
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| Objective |
TEKS |
| Describe the components of the U.S., Japanese, and European Laboratories and list some of the initial experiments that will occur on board these modules |
112.47 Physics (b)(3), (c)(2), (3)(B) |
| Assess the difference between short- and long-duration experiments conducted in microgravity and the importance of the ISS centrifuge |
112.47 Physics (c)(3)(B) |
| Describe the types of research that will be conducted on the ISS |
112.47 Physics (c)(4)(A-E) |
| Explain how the human body reacts over time in microgravity and some of the possible effects of long-duration spaceflight and list some of the counter measures employed on the ISS to combat their effects |
112.43 Biology (c)(11)(A-C) |
| Analyze ways that the ISS will help to support future human spaceflight to the Moon, Mars and beyond |
112.43 Biology (c)(12) |
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112.47 Physics (b)(1)&(c)(3)(A&C) |
| Calculate the amount of fuel used and time needed to re-boost the ISS into a desired orbit |
111.32 Algebra I (a)(1-6), (b)(1)(C&D), (b)(3)(A), (b)(4)(A), (d)(3)(B) |
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112.47 Physics (c)(3)(B), (c)(5)(C) |
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| Lesson Six - Back to the Moon |
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| Objective |
TEKS |
| Explain the known geological history of the Moon |
112.48 Astronomy (b)(1), (c)(9) |
| Describe the most important discoveries made on the moon during the Apollo program |
112.48 Astronomy (b)(1), (c)(2)(A-D) |
| Compose a list of scientific reasons to return to the Moon |
112.47 Physics (c)(3)(A&C) |
| Describe how the Moon could be used as a stepping stone to other worlds |
112.48 Astronomy (b)(3), (c)(3)(A-C), (c)(4) |
| Draw conclusions on why a human tended base on the moon could be profitable for the advancement of science as well as for commercial ventures |
112.47 Physics (b)(4), (c)(3)(A&C) |
| Describe mining and manufacturing facilities that could be built on the Moon |
112.47 Physics (b)(4), (c)(3) |
| Describe the types of systems needed for life support of a permanent lunar base |
112.43 Biology (b)(3), (c)(3), (c)(12)(D) |
| Analyze the findings of possible water on the Moon and why it would be a valuable resource |
112.43 Biology (b)(3), (c)(3)(A-C), (c)(11) |
| Design a lunar base located at the South Pole |
112.47 Physics (b)(4), (c)(2)(A-D) |
| Calculate the speed the Apollo spacecraft must travel in order to remain in a 200 kilometer orbit above the moon |
111.32 Algebra I (a)(1-6), (b)(1)(C&D), (b)(3)(A), (b)(4)(A&B), (d)(3)(A) |
| Calculate the escape velocity of the Moon |
111.32 Algebra I (a)(1-6), (b)(1)(B), (b)(3)(A), (b)(4)(A&B), (d)(3)(A) |
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112.47 Physics (c)(3)(B), (c)(5)(C) |
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| Lesson Seven - Mars on the Mind |
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| Objective |
TEKS |
| Explain how Mars looked to the ancients (naked eye), to astronomers (Galileo) with the first telescopes, and to astronomers (Lowell) with large ground-based telescopes |
112.48 Astronomy (b)(4), (c)(4),(c)(9)(A) |
| Assess the geology and climate of the planet Mars based on scientific data from planetary missions |
112.49 Geology (b)(1), (c)(12) |
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112.48 Astronomy (b)(1), (c)(9)(B) |
| Describe the size, composition and atmosphere of Mars |
112.48 Astronomy (b)(1), (c)(9)(B) |
| Describe the surface features of Mars (channels, craters, fractures and volcanoes) |
112.48 Astronomy (b)(1), (c)(9)(B) |
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112.49 Geology (b)(1), (c)(6) |
| Describe the moons of Mars, Phobos and Deimos (size, composition and origin) |
112.48 Astronomy (b)(1), (c)(9)(B) |
| Compare and contrast the Mars of the past with Mars today |
112.48 Astronomy (b)(1), (c)(3), (c)(4),(c)(9)(B) |
| Analyze the evidence for water and possible oceans |
112.48 Astronomy (b)(1), (c)(3), (c)(4),(c)(9)(B) |
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112.49 Geology (b)(1), (c)(3)(A), (c)(9)(B) |
| Calculate the amount of calcium each astronaut will lose and regain before reaching Mars |
111.32 Algebra I (a)(1-6), (b)(1)(B-D), (b)(3)(A) |
| Calculate the amount and cost of supplies in kilograms of the total life support supplies needed by the astronauts on a trip to Mars and back |
111.32 Algebra I (a)(1-6), (b)(1)(B-D), (b)(3)(A) |
| Calculate the cost of lifting supplies if the astronauts recycle |
111.32 Algebra I (a)(1-6), (b)(1)(B-D), (b)(3)(A), (b)(4)(A&B), (c)(1) |
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112.47 Physics (c)(3)(B), (c)(5)(C) |
| Lesson Eight - Robo-nautics |
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| Objective |
TEKS |
| List the objectives of past robotic Mars programs |
112.48 Astronomy (b)(1), (4), (c)(3)(A), (c)(7) |
| Analyze the successes and explain the failures of past robotic Mars programs |
112.48 Astronomy (b)(1), (4), (c)(3)(A&B), (c)(7) |
| Describe current and future NASA and international plans for the following robotic missions to Mars |
112.48 Astronomy (b)(4), (c)(3)(A-C), (c)(7) |
| Design for a robotic mission to the planet Mars, either an orbital or surface mission |
112.48 Astronomy (b)(4), (c)(2)(A-D), (c)(7) |
| Calculate the orbital speed of earth in mph |
111.32 Algebra I (a)(1-6), (b)(1)(B-D), (b)(3)(A), (d)(3)(A&B) |
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112.47 Physics (c)(3)(B), (c)(5)(C) |
| Calculate the orbital speed of Mars in mph |
111.32 Algebra I (a)(1-6), (b)(1)(B-D), (b)(3)(A), (d)(3)(A&B) |
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112.47 Physics (c)(3)(B), (c)(5)(C) |
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| Lesson Nine - Mission:Possible |
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| Objective |
TEKS |
| Determine mission requirements (time factors) |
112.48 Astronomy (b)(1), (c)(2)(A) |
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112.47 Physics (b)(1), (c)(2)(A) |
| Cite the hazards of radiation and meteoroid impact |
112.48 Astronomy (b)(1), (c)(2)(B&C) |
| Identify microgravity issues and Mars (one-third) gravity issues |
112.48 Astronomy (b)(1), (c)(4), (c)(9)(D) |
| Explain the nutritional and exercise needs of astronauts and/or colonists |
112.43 Biology (b)(1), (c)(11)(C) |
| Describe psychological adaptations and requirements of long-duration spaceflight including, communications, keeping time, recreation, and team and interpersonal relationships |
112.43 Biology (b)(1), (c)(12) |
| Justify the need for the prototyping and testing of systems on the Moon |
112.47 Physics (b)(3), (c)(3)(A&C), (c)(5) |
| Determine the characteristics and requirements of interplanetary spacecraft, in-situ resource utilization,habitats and laboratories, plant growth facilities, Mars space suits and tools,rover transportation |
112.43 Biology (b)(1), (c)(3)(A&C) |
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112.47 Physics (b)(1), (c)(3)(A&C) |
| Determine the characteristics of the ellipse in order to aid in calculating the Holman Transfer |
112.47 Physics (c)(3)(B), (c)(5)(C) |
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| Lesson Ten - Mars Live |
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| Objective |
TEKS |
| Determine potential sites for a human colony on Mars |
112.49 Geology (b)(1), (c)(4)(B) |
| Determine potential sources of water and air |
112.45 Chemistry (b)(1), (c)(3)(A&B), (c)(4)(C) |
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112.49 Geology (b)(1), (c)(3)(A&B) |
| Describe methods for food production |
112.43 Biology (b)(1), (c)(2)(A), (c)(12), (c)(13) |
| Design concepts for living quarters and laboratories |
112.43 Biology (b)(4), (c)(3)(A), (c)(11) |
| Determine types of recreational activities and facilities |
112.43 Biology (b)(4), (c)(3)(A), (c)(11) |
| Describe transportation methods and equipment |
112.45 Chemistry (b)(1&4), (c)(2)(A), (c)(3)(B) |
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112.47 Physics (b)(1&4) |
| Identify communication methods and technologies |
112.47 Physics (c)(4)(E) |
| Analyze issues related to colony organization |
112.43 Biology (b)(4), (c)(3)(A), (c)(11) |
| Compare various terraforming methods, issues, and concerns |
112.43 Biology (b)(1), (c)(3)(A), (c)(12)(C), (c)(13) |
| Calculate the orbital velocity of the Mars spacecraft at the point of departure, when it leaves earth orbit, and at the point of arrival at Mars |
111.33 Algebra II (a)(1-6), (b)(1)(B), (b)(2)(A), (c)(1)(A), (d)(2), (e)(4&5) |
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111.34 Geometry (a)(1-6), (b)(2)(A), (b)(3)(B), (c)(1), (d)(1)(A), (e)(2)(C),(f) |
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112.47 Physics (c)(3)(B), (c)(5)(C) |
