This course is an intuitive introduction to rocket science in our everyday lives.
Rocket Science for Everyone
Rocket Science for Everyone
Instructor: Marla Geha
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What you'll learn
Understand where satellites orbit around the Earth, defining different regions where satellites such as GPS and communication satellites orbit.
Explore the different components that make up a satellite's payload, including how satellites generate electricity and communicate with Earth.
Understand how rockets work, exploring liquid versus solid rockets and rocket staging.
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AB
Reviewed on Aug 7, 2024
I enjoyed this excellent overview of satellites. For someone with no background in science or math, it helped my understanding of the rocket launches I love to watch. Thank you!
JC
Reviewed on Mar 2, 2025
For a novice rocket dude, this course is well laid out and presented. The physics are kept at a low level and the science is well explained. Great course
DG
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2024
I really enjoyed Module 2 and 3 with the mathematics to explain orbits and multi-stage rockets. The course was interesting on the whole and clearly presented. Thank you.
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