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ECE-2164: Exploration of the Space Environment

Description: This introductory course covers a broad range of scientific, engineering, and societal aspects associated with the exploration and technological exploitation of space. Topics covered include: science of the space environment; space weather hazards and societal impacts; orbital mechanics and rocket propulsion; spacecraft subsystems; applications of space-based technologies.

Pathways: N/A

Course Hours: 3 credits

Prerequisites: N/A

Required By: AOE-4414

Corequisites: N/A

Crosslist: AOE-2664

Repeatability: N/A

Sections Taught: 6

Average GPA: 2.93 (rounds to B)

Strict A Rate (No A-) : 29.47%

Average Withdrawal Rate: 11.27%

Scott M Bailey202081.2%10.2%0.0%2.8%0.0%5.9%3.782
Joseph B Baker202420.0%31.5%21.2%6.7%6.7%14.0%2.514

Grade Distribution Over Time

1234GPA
Spring 2019Spring 2020Spring 2021Spring 2022Spring 2023Spring 2024Term050% W