This course builds on the rocket propulsion portion of 16.50, and adds depth in the disciplines and trade-offs related to chemical rockets. A companion course, 16.522, covers the area of electric rockets, plus those small chemical rockets used for satellite propulsion.
Course Meeting Times
Lectures: 3 sessions / week, 1 hour / session
Class Format
- 3 lectures per week
- Occasional recitations / reviews as needed
- One midterm exam
- One final exam (covering the balance of the course)
- One weekly homework set
Grading
| ACTIVITIES | PERCENTAGES |
|---|---|
| Combined Homework Sets | 40% |
| Midterm Exam | 30% |
| Final Exam | 30% |