Rocket Science 101 Specialization

Explore modern & historic innovations in rocketry. Gain expertise in global rocketry history, orbits, rocket engines, and the benefits of space exploration.
What you'll learn:
Analyze spacecraft orbits and fuel requirements, evaluating the costs and benefits of diverse rocket engines and designs.
Explore the historical development of US space programs and the impact of Germany's WWII rocket advancements.
Examine modern applications, including satellite systems supporting daily life, celestial object distinctions, and the experiences of space travel.

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Rocket Science in Everyday Life (Coursera)

May 6th 2024
Rocket Science in Everyday Life (Coursera)
Course Auditing
Coursera
University of Michigan
Categories
Sci: Physics
Effort
Beginner
4 Weeks
1-4 Hours/Week
Languages
English
English
Rocket Science in Everyday Life (Coursera)
We encounter the results of rocket science all the time; from weather prediction to GPS navigation, rocket science has helped navigate our world in new, innovative ways. Rocket Science in Everyday Life explores innovations in rocket science, including the formation of space agencies, like NASA and the European Space [...]
Rocket Science 101 Specialization
Rocket Science
Planetary Science
Asteroids
Satellite
Space
NASA
Coursera Plus
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May 6th 2024
Course Auditing
Coursera
University of Michigan
Sci: Physics
Beginner
4 Weeks
1-4 Hours/Week
44.00 EUR/month
English
English

The History of Rocket Science (Coursera)

May 6th 2024
The History of Rocket Science (Coursera)
Course Auditing
Coursera
University of Michigan
Categories
Sci: Physics
Effort
Beginner
4 Weeks
1-4 Hours/Week
Languages
English
English
The History of Rocket Science (Coursera)
Modern rocket design started amidst World War II, pushing the boundaries of what rocketry was capable of. In The History of Rocket Science, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of this complicated history and discuss key advancements, like the creation of the V2 rocket. Examine the ramifications of the advancements [...]
Rocket Science 101 Specialization
Rocket Science
Rocket Mechanics
Rocketry
Space
Coursera Plus
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May 6th 2024
Course Auditing
Coursera
University of Michigan
Sci: Physics
Beginner
4 Weeks
1-4 Hours/Week
44.00 EUR/month
English
English

The Basics of Rocket Science (Coursera)

May 6th 2024
The Basics of Rocket Science (Coursera)
Course Auditing
Coursera
University of Michigan
Categories
Sci: Physics
Effort
Beginner
4 Weeks
1-4 Hours/Week
Languages
English
English
The Basics of Rocket Science (Coursera)
Why are rockets so big? Is there gravity in space? How does a rocket engine even work? In this course, you’ll explore the major concepts of rocket science, including orbital dynamics, velocity, and different types of engines that help propel a rocket out of Earth’s atmosphere. Determine how rocket [...]
Rocket Science 101 Specialization
Rocket Science
Rockets
Rocket Mechanics
Rocketry
Space Engineering
Orbital Mechanics
Coursera Plus
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May 6th 2024
Course Auditing
Coursera
University of Michigan
Sci: Physics
Beginner
4 Weeks
1-4 Hours/Week
44.00 EUR/month
English
English