SPST503 - Chronology of Space

Course Code: SPST503 Course ID: 3719 Credit Hours: 3 Level: Graduate

This course takes an in-depth look at the past and current structure, tasking, goals and objectives of the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). Emphasis is placed on the roles of the individual research centers, space centers and laboratories that form the NASA organization. The origins and impact of the ‘space race’ are discussed in detail.