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Space courses can help you learn about astrophysics, planetary science, spacecraft design, and orbital mechanics. You can build skills in data analysis, simulation modeling, and mission planning. Many courses introduce tools like MATLAB for simulations, Python for data analysis, and CAD software for designing spacecraft, connecting these skills to real-world applications in satellite technology and space exploration.


Popular Space Courses and Certifications


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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Spacecraft Dynamics Capstone: Mars Mission

    Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Numerical Analysis, Simulations, Engineering Analysis, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Verification And Validation, Mathematical Modeling, Matlab

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    49 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yale University

    Creating Change through Social Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Community Outreach, Organizational Structure, Stakeholder Engagement, Entrepreneurship, Sustainable Development, Research and Design, Business Modeling, Verbal Communication Skills, Advocacy, Innovation, Social Sciences, Fundraising, Performance Metric

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    172 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Getting There and Going Beyond

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Engineering, Concept Of Operations, Global Positioning Systems, Engineering Design Process, Control Systems, Human Factors, System Testing, Communication Systems, Wireless Networks, Structural Engineering, Thermal Management, Physical Science, Electric Power Systems, Environmental Monitoring, Mechanics

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    10 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Kinematics: Describing the Motions of Spacecraft

    Skills you'll gain: Global Positioning Systems, Mechanics, Linear Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Trigonometry, Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Verification And Validation, Advanced Mathematics, Algorithms, Calculus

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    339 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Transacting Digital Assets with Multi-Party Computation and Confidential Space

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Machines, Blockchain, Identity and Access Management, Transaction Processing, Google Cloud Platform, Cryptography, Cloud Security

    Advanced · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Data Structures with C: Upgrade a Rocket Display Module

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, C (Programming Language), Embedded Software, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Data Management, Data Storage Technologies, Software Development

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Our Place in the Cosmos

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Geospatial Information and Technology, Physical Science, Geographic Information Systems, Physics, Environmental Science, Spatial Analysis, Environment, General Science and Research, Remote Access Systems, Life Sciences, Laboratory Research, Science and Research, Biology, Scientific Methods, Research, Timelines, Systems Of Measurement

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    29 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Principles of fMRI 1

    Skills you'll gain: Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Medical Imaging, Radiology, Data Analysis, Research Design, Image Analysis, Neurology, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Data Processing, Statistics

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Attitude Control with Momentum Exchange Devices

    Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Simulations, Mechanics, Angular, Engineering Analysis, Torque (Physics), Mathematical Modeling, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Calculus

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Spacecraft Formation Flying and Control Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Systems Engineering, Mechanics, Mathematical Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Design Process

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Control of Nonlinear Spacecraft Attitude Motion

    Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Vibrations, Torque (Physics), Mathematical Modeling, Differential Equations, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Mechanics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    68 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Analytical Mechanics for Spacecraft Dynamics

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Analysis, Vibrations, Mechanics, Finite Element Methods, Mechanical Engineering, Differential Equations, Control Systems, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Linear Algebra, Calculus

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular space courses

  • Spacecraft Dynamics Capstone: Mars Mission: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Creating Change through Social Entrepreneurship: Yale University
  • Getting There and Going Beyond: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Kinematics: Describing the Motions of Spacecraft: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Transacting Digital Assets with Multi-Party Computation and Confidential Space: Google Cloud
  • Data Structures with C: Upgrade a Rocket Display Module: Coursera
  • Our Place in the Cosmos: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Principles of fMRI 1: Johns Hopkins University
  • Attitude Control with Momentum Exchange Devices: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Spacecraft Formation Flying and Control Capstone Project: University of Colorado Boulder

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