Introduction to Space Industry

Catalog description

The course provides a comprehensive introduction to the history, law, regulation, market, and policy of the space industry. Students will learn about the legal frameworks, market structures, and industry norms that are shaping the growing space activities. The course will also cover key policy issues, including commercialization, emerging technologies, and environmental and ethical issues. The course will culminate in a capstone project, in which students should apply their knowledge and skills to develop a research project or policy proposal related to a current challenge or opportunity in the space industry.