Rocket Science in Everyday Life
Explore satellite systems, space exploration, and rocket science applications in daily life. Perfect for beginners interested in understanding space technology.
Explore satellite systems, space exploration, and rocket science applications in daily life. Perfect for beginners interested in understanding space technology.
This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full Rocket Science 101 Specialization program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.
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What you'll learn
Understand satellite systems and their impact on daily life
Analyze differences between asteroids and comets
Explore principles of spacecraft navigation
Evaluate scientific accuracy in space-related media
Learn about Earth observation satellites
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
7.4 Hours PreRecorded video
15 quizzes
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FullTime access
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There are 4 modules in this course
This comprehensive course explores the practical applications of rocket science in everyday life. Students learn about satellite systems that support daily activities like weather prediction and GPS navigation. The curriculum covers space agency operations, planetary exploration, and scientific principles behind space travel. Through engaging content about asteroids, comets, and space transportation, learners gain insights into both real-world applications and common misconceptions portrayed in popular media.
Week 1: The Science Being Conducted by NASA
Module 1 · 2 Hours to complete
Week 2: How and Why We Explore Planets
Module 2 · 3 Hours to complete
Week 3: What Movies Get Right and Wrong About Transportation
Module 3 · 3 Hours to complete
Week 4: What Movies Get Right and Wrong About Destruction
Module 4 · 2 Hours to complete
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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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