The Science of Space Exploration
CC/GS: Partial Fulfillment of Science Requirement How and why do humans explore space? Why does it require such extraordinary effort? What have we found by exploring our Solar System? We investigate the physics and biological basis of space exploration, and the technologies and science issues that determine what we can accomplish. What has been accomplished in the past, what is being explored now, and what can we expect in the future? How do space scientists explore the Solar System and answer science questions in practice? What do we know about solar systems beyond our own?
Prerequisites & course information
Prerequisites: one semester course in introductory astronomy or astrophysics (e.g., ASTR W1403, ASTR W1404, ASTR W1420 , ASTR W1836, ASTR W2001, ASTR W2002, ASTR BC1753 , and ASTR BC1754 ). Ability in mathematics up to and including calculus is strongly urged.
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027