Fundamental Astronautics

AEROENG 3522

Transcript Abbreviation: 
Astronautics

Course Description: 
This course will present a conceptual understanding of different types of orbits in space that arise under the laws of gravitational motion, basics of preliminary orbit determination, design of maneuvers among orbits of different types, a preliminary understanding of perturbations in space, preliminary space propulsion and the patched conics approach for interplanetary mission design.

Course Levels: 
Undergraduate (1000-5000 level)

Designation: 
Required

General Education Course:
(N/A)

Cross-Listings:
(N/A)