This program concentrates on astronomy, space and rocketry. Students attending Redstone must have completed Mercury to enroll. Emphasis is placed on learning the basics of space flight. Students attending Titan must have completed Gemini to enroll. Students experience underwater weightlessness training and work with a launch simulator.
Students debate costs versus exploration and environmental concerns, etc.
Returning Apollo cadets should note this is a scholastically-oriented program, with an emphasis on stimulating one's imagination. This third-year Apollo progression course will emphasize mission planning, prior to a space station simulation. Students should have a basic knowledge of space. Cadets should be prepared for a moderate hiking and backpacking trip. This family-discounted program will be based upon a general course of study in space and astronomy.