Course Description
This course will cover topics related to space exploration systems. In particular, the basic concepts of orbital mechanics needed for space mission planning will be covered, along with the essential subsystems found on a typical spacecraft.
DE Fee
Engineering Online GRAD
DE Program
MS E
Spring 2026
Instructors
Meeting Patterns
Classes Start:
January 12, 2026
Classes End:
April 28, 2026
Distance Education:
Yes
Class Days:
[TBA]
Class Type:
Lecture
Credits:
3.00
Restrictions:
Prerequisite: MAE 467 Introduction to Space Flight or Graduate Standing and Consent of Instructor Enrollment for this course is through the Engineering Online Registration System. Go to http://go.ncsu.edu/eol_registration