SPST435 - Planetary and Space Exploration

Course Code: SPST435 Course ID: 3163 Credit Hours: 3 Level: Undergraduate

This course is a summary of U.S. and international space programs. The student will assess the Earth and its space environment, to include methods of scientific exploration and spacecraft and payload criteria at the basic physics level. This course elaborates on Space Station flight operations, its supporting elements and planned systems. Students will study commercial applications, logistical support, maintenance and servicing design concepts. (Prerequisites: SPST200)