AEE4905 SPECIAL TOPICS IN AEROSPACE ENGINEERING: INTRODUCTION TO SPACE TECHNOLOGIES AND INSTRUMENTATION

Course Code:5724905
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week):3 (3.00 - 0.00)
ECTS Credit:5.0
Department:Aerospace Engineering
Language of Instruction:English
Level of Study:Undergraduate
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Offered Semester:Fall and Spring Semesters.

Course Objectives


Course Content

Fundamentals of space exploration and utilization; Basic orbital mechanics and space environment; Effects of radiation, vacuum, and temperature extremes on space systems; New-generation launch vehicles and propulsion technologies; Sustainable practices in space missions; Innovations in the space economy; Emerging technologies in commercial and scientific space applications; Interdisciplinary approaches to space system development.


Course Learning Outcomes