ARO 3090 - Orbital Mechanics (3)

Orbital mechanics for space mission and trajectory design. Topics include the two-body problem, conic sections, orbits in 3-dimensions, ground track of satellite orbits, orbital maneuvers, orbital transfers, relative motion and rendezvous, interplanetary transfers, and gravity assists mission.

Prerequisite(s): ARO Major; C or better in ARO 1021L, or ARO 102L and ARO 203L; and C or better in ARO 2150 or ME 215.
Component(s): Lecture
Grading Basis: Graded Only
Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
Course Category: Major Course