Syllabus

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.

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