Orbital Mechanics Courses and Certifications

Microcredential

Rocket Science 101

Rocket Science 101 focuses on the history of rocketry across the globe, how orbits work, rocket engine functions, and the benefits of space missions. Take a deeper look at how Hollywood’s depictions of space travel, and the things it gets right and wrong…

• Coursera
• On-Demand
• Paid Course
• 3 courses

Microcredential

Spacecraft Formation Relative Orbits

Explore spacecraft relative orbits with University of Colorado Boulder's course. Learn about mission scenarios, relative motion control, and J2-invariant orbits. Ideal for researchers and space enthusiasts.

• Coursera
• On-Demand
• Paid Course
• 3 courses

Moons of our Solar System

15 ratings at OpenLearn

In this free course, Moons of our Solar System, explore the many moons of our Solar System. Find out what makes them special. Should we send humans to our Moon again?

• OpenLearn
• 24 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate

Astronomy 101: Intro to Astronomy

Gain a comprehensive understanding of astronomy with this 23-hour course. Learn from expert instructors, explore the history, basics, and physics of astronomy, and earn transferable credits.

• Study.com
• 23 hours 36 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

National Eligibility Test (AIPMT): Study Guide

Prepare for India's AIPMT with this 55-hour study guide covering key topics in chemistry, biology, and physics, essential for medical and dental college aspirants.

• Study.com
• 2 days 6 hours 32 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test (NEET): Exam Prep

Prepare for the NEET exam with this 55-hour online course covering biology, physics, and chemistry through video lessons and practice quizzes.

• Study.com
• 2 days 6 hours 32 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Orbital Mechanics and Spacecraft Dynamics

AEE462, Lecture1, Part A - Introduction and Structure of the Course. AEE462 Lecture 1, Part C - Orbits and the Scientific Revolution. Kepler's 3 Laws of Planetary motion and Newton's Universal Gravitation. The N-body Problem and Physical Invariants.

• YouTube
• 1 day 19 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Black Holes, Tides, and Curved Spacetime: Understanding Gravity

120 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Peer into one of the great mysteries of modern physics-the force of gravity-in this brilliant and insightful course taught by an award-winning professor of physics.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 12 hours 4 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Man-Made Debris Problems in Geosynchronous Orbit

Explore the issue of man-made debris in geosynchronous orbit with this physics lecture series from University of Houston-Clear Lake. Less than 1-hour workload.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Everyday Astronaut

How Does SpaceX's Dragon Get Back to Earth from Orbit? How Exactly It Re-Enters and Lands

Learn the physics of deorbiting and the sequence of events for a safe reentry with SpaceX's Crew Dragon Capsule in less than an hour with Everyday Astronaut.

• YouTube
• 32 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Ross Dynamics Lab

Trajectory Types Near L1, L2, and L3 in the Three Body Problem - Theory and MATLAB Examples

Explore the dynamics of trajectories near Lagrange points L1, L2, and L3 with Ross Dynamics Lab. Understand the four types of motion and apply MATLAB simulations for practical understanding.

• YouTube
• 48 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Physics Girl

Gravity and Orbital Mechanics - Physics 101 / AP Physics 1 Review with Dianna Cowern

Learn the basics of physics with Dianna Cowern from Physics Girl in less than an hour. This lesson covers gravitation, orbits, and offers AP Physics 1 review exercises.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

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Thrust Is Not an Option - How to Get to Mars Really Slow

Explore the basics of orbital mechanics and the concept of low-energy transfers for space travel with media.ccc.de. Understand how chaos can help find unique, fuel-efficient trajectories. No math knowledge required.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Everyday Astronaut

Orbit vs Sub-Orbit - Orbits, Zero-G & the Karman Line

Explore the mysteries of space with Everyday Astronaut's short program. Learn about orbits, zero gravity, the Karman line, and why astronauts experience zero g.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Michel van Biezen

Astronomy - Jupiter

Dive into the world of astronomy with Michel van Biezen's 2-3 hour study on Jupiter, exploring its location, composition, atmospheric layers, magnetic field, and Galilean moons.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course