PHYS 306 - Gateway to Space

Description:
Students will get a hands-on introduction to the Earth’s atmosphere and space instrumentation by building a high-altitude balloon experiment. One-day field trip to launch and recover balloon payload is required. Open to all majors, no previous electronic experience required. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: PHYS 111 or PHYS 121 or PHYS 181 or permission of the instructor.

Credits: (4)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Demonstrate knowledge of the layers of the atmosphere and the relevant physical processes therein.
Demonstrate knowledge of essential aspects of atmospheric and space mission planning and design.
Apply the scientific method by developing an experimental question and hypothesis.
Employ basic engineering principles and technical skills (design, soldering, electronics assembly).
Analyze results of an experiment.
Document the results of an experiment in verbal and written formats.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
10/4/18

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