Course Unit / Space exploration programmes

Space exploration programmes

Year
2
Academic year
2024-2025
Code
02047722
Subject Area
Sciences and Technologies for Space
Language of Instruction
English
Mode of Delivery
Face-to-face
Duration
SEMESTRIAL
ECTS Credits
3.0
Type
Compulsory
Level
2nd Cycle Studies - Mestrado

Recommended Prerequisites

NA

Teaching Methods

Conferences + on-site or virtual visits of the ESTEC center + project by group around the conception of a space mission related to space actuality.

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge of current space exploration programs and scientific challenges. Identify the many facilities associated to the preparation, design, implementation and management of space exploration programs.

Work Placement(s)

No

Syllabus

History of the solar system.

Structure and dynamics of planets and moons highlighted by space missions.

Understanding of the operating modes of international space science projects.

Project designed by student groups.

Assessment Methods

Assessment
Project: 100.0%

Bibliography

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