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Launching satellites
(A multi-media e-course)

Satellites are launched in multiple stages. Each stage is jettisoned after imparting a set amount of thrust. The animation above represents a hypothetical scenario of a single stage launch. There are numerous realistic animations in the course.

Product Summary

This multi-media short e-course, authored by a highly experienced satellite communication professional, introduces the topic of launching satellites in to space.

The course, of about 1 hour at a convenient pace, is best-suited for the beginner and the new entrant.

Item Number: C-2d

Price: £5.99 (1 week access)

Multimedia presentation, replete with animations and audio.
A power point feel
Includes an assessment
A cost-effective distance learning solution at your pace

The course introduces the concepts and process of launching satellites. It is recommended that this course be taken after completion of course C-2a (Satellite orbit fundamentals), C-2b (The geostationary orbit) and C-2c (Non-geostationary constellations). The topics covered are as follows:

Introduction
Launch sequence of low earth orbit satellites
Geostationary satellite launch
Non-geostationary constellation deployment
An assessment

There are about 12 slides with a power-point feel. A switchable audio commentary is available in majority of the slides. There are numerous animations to illustrate the concepts. Windows Media player and Flash are essential to view the animations. Broadband Internet connectivity is necessary.
The course can be accessed for 7 days. A confirmation e-mail will be sent on receipt of the Paypal payment. Course access details will be e-mailed within 24 hours of a registration. A course completion certificate is available on request, subject to successful completion of the assessment. Additional courses are under preparation.

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