SPACE ENGINEERING SEMINAR - PATHWAY TO SPACE CAREERS
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
   

ECE 1690 - SPACE ENGINEERING SEMINAR - PATHWAY TO SPACE CAREERS


Minimum Credits: 1
Maximum Credits: 1
Long Description This seminar course will focus on the current state of space exploration programs and career opportunities within the space industry. The course begins with a brief review of motivation for space exploration and pivotal moments that shaped modern space exploration. The growing role of public-private partnerships as well as the contributions from international space programs will be explored to understand America's role in global space efforts. Through interactive discussions, guest lectures from industry professionals, and case studies of current and future missions, students will be exposed to spacecraft design, mission planning, propulsion systems, and satellite technologies. The course emphasizes professional pathways, offering guidance on internships, graduate programs, and emerging trends in the commercial and governmental space sectors, fostering both technical insight and career-focused exploration.
Academic Career: Undergraduate
Course Component: Seminar
Grade Component: Satisfactory/No Credit


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