Certificate in Space Navigation: Orbital Mechanics
-- viewing nowThe Certificate in Space Navigation: Orbital Mechanics is a comprehensive course designed to provide learners with a solid understanding of the principles and techniques used in space navigation. This course covers key topics such as orbital elements, Kepler's laws, perturbation theory, and mission design, among others.
4,317+
Students enrolled
GBP £ 140
GBP £ 202
Save 44% with our special offer
About this course
100% online
Learn from anywhere
Shareable certificate
Add to your LinkedIn profile
2 months to complete
at 2-3 hours a week
Start anytime
No waiting period
Course Details
• Orbital Elements: Understanding the Keplerian elements, perturbed elements, and the use of orbital element sets in space navigation.
• Orbital Dynamics: Studying the forces that affect satellite orbits, including gravity, atmospheric drag, and solar radiation pressure.
• Two-Body Problem: Analyzing the motion of two celestial bodies under the influence of their mutual gravitational attraction.
• Three-Body Problem: Examining the complexities of orbital mechanics when more than two celestial bodies are involved.
• Orbital Transfer: Learning about various orbital maneuvers, such as Hohmann transfer, bielliptic transfer, and lunar transfer.
• Attitude Determination and Control: Understanding the principles and techniques for controlling the orientation of spacecraft in orbit.
• Navigation Satellite Systems: Exploring the design and operation of global navigation satellite systems (GNSS), such as GPS, GLONASS, and Galileo.
• Space Debris and Collision Avoidance: Investigating the risks of space debris and the strategies for mitigating collisions.
• Mission Design and Analysis: Applying orbital mechanics principles to design, optimize, and analyze space missions.
• Numerical Methods in Orbital Mechanics: Mastering the computational techniques for simulating and predicting orbital motion.
Career Path
Entry Requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
Course Status
This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
Why people choose us for their career
Loading reviews...
Frequently Asked Questions
Course fee
- 3-4 hours per week
- Early certificate delivery
- Open enrollment - start anytime
- 2-3 hours per week
- Regular certificate delivery
- Open enrollment - start anytime
- Full course access
- Digital certificate
- Course materials
Get course information
Earn a career certificate