Apr 19, 2024  
2021-2022 Undergraduate Academic Catalog and Student Handbook 
    
2021-2022 Undergraduate Academic Catalog and Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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EAS 4505 - Orbital Mechanics


Credits: 3

Prerequisites: EGN 3321 - Dynamics  and EGN 3331 - Strength of Materials  
Course Description: This course is an introductory course into the mechanics associated with space flight. Topics covered includes Keplar’s laws of planetary motion, interplanetary travel, orbital elements, geocentric orbits, time of flight, ground tracks, orbital transfers/maneuvers, and re-entry.



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