• Learn how to work in a team setting to solve problems systematically and creatively
• Expand their knowledge by understanding first hand what really goes on behind the scenes in rocket science!
• Understand how to apply their math and science skills to real world challenges.

These modules will inspire the next generation, and lay a foundation for their careers in any field.

Example of Modules

Mars and Moon resource utilization activity

• Students will have the opportunity to see simulated lunar and Martian soil and learn how geologists on earth are planning to use extra-terrestrial resources to build structures, extract oxygen, and generate rocket propellant for use by explorers. Students will learn about the chemical composition of the lunar soil, the scarcity of He₃ on earth, its abundance on the moon, and the potential future uses of He₃ in   power generation on earth. Older students will learn how to balance a chemical equation in order to determine the potential uses of lunar regolith.

Satellite design project

• Space cadets will work in teams to assemble simple solar-powered spin-stabilized satellite. Each team will generate power using a solar cell, and operate an electrical motor. When combined together in a satellite structure, the solar cells will generate the power necessary to spin   the satellite using the electric motor. This will expose students to the concept of an engineering project, solar power generation and basic guidance navigation and control systems.