Add comprehensive course outline

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Summary

This PR adds a comprehensive course outline document (COURSE_OUTLINE.md) for the Impact Framework Fundamentals course.

What's included

Course Structure

• 15 detailed modules covering beginner to advanced topics
• 12-15 hours of total content (3-4 weeks recommended)
• Progressive learning path from quickstart to full investigations

Each Module Contains

• Duration estimates for time planning
• Learning objectives - specific, measurable outcomes
• Key topics - comprehensive topic coverage
• Practical assignments - hands-on exercises and projects
• Quizzes where appropriate for knowledge checks

Module Highlights

1. Modules 1-2: Introduction and foundational concepts
2. Modules 3-4: Direct and proxy measurements
3. Module 5: Software Carbon Intensity (SCI) specification
4. Modules 6-10: Complete SCI walkthrough (IDO → Operational Energy → Operational Carbon → Embodied Carbon → Final SCI)
5. Modules 11-13: Time-series data, synchronization, and aggregation
6. Module 14: Planning real-world investigations (capstone project)
7. Module 15: Wrap-up, verification, and next steps

Additional Features

• Target audience definition and prerequisites
• Recommended tools and setup checklist
• Support resources and documentation links
• Certification path information

Purpose

This outline provides:

• Clear structure for learners to understand the course scope
• Guidance for instructors delivering the material
• Reference for course maintenance and updates
• Foundation for potential LMS integration

Test plan

• All modules correspond to existing course content
• Learning objectives align with module content
• Assignments are practical and achievable
• Duration estimates are reasonable
• Markdown formatting is correct

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