The History of Rocket Science
This course is part of Rocket Science 101 Specialization.
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What you'll learn
Analyze the evolution of rocket technology
Understand Space Race developments and impacts
Evaluate Space Shuttle program costs and benefits
Examine modern commercial space industry
Trace historical space exploration milestones
Assess future space exploration possibilities
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
2.68 Hours PreRecorded video
16 quizzes
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There are 4 modules in this course
This comprehensive course traces the development of rocket science from its modern origins in WWII through the Space Race and into the current commercial space era. Students learn about key historical developments including the V2 rocket, Mercury, Gemini, and Apollo programs, the Space Shuttle era, and modern commercial spaceflight. The curriculum covers the technological, political, and social aspects of rocket development, examining both successes and failures that shaped space exploration. Special attention is given to the Space Race, the Space Shuttle program, and current trends in commercial space ventures.
Week 1: The Advent of Modern Rockets
Module 1 · 2 Hours to complete
Week 2: The Space Race
Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete
Week 3: The Space Shuttle Era
Module 3 · 2 Hours to complete
Week 4: The Industrial Revolution
Module 4 · 2 Hours to complete
Fee Structure
Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: Rocket Science 101 Specialization
Instructor
Innovator in Space Science and Engineering
Aaron Ridley is a Professor of Space Science and Engineering at the University of Michigan, specializing in the near-Earth space environment through the development of large-scale models. He has served as the Principal Investigator for three CubeSat satellite missions and was the Constellation Scientist for NASA's 8-satellite CYGNSS mission, which measures ocean winds. In addition to his research, he teaches courses on high-altitude ballooning, CubeSat design, space science, and rocket science, contributing significantly to the education and advancement of future space scientists and engineers.
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