• Online, Self-Paced
Course Description

Delve into nuclear energy for space applications with "Space-Based Nuclear Power Essentials for Defense and Off-World Colonization." Learn about power generation technologies for space habitats and defense systems.

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the principles of space-based nuclear power generation.
  • Analyze the advantages and challenges of using nuclear power in space.
  • Evaluate the potential applications of space-based nuclear power for defense and colonization.
  • Identify the key technologies and systems involved in space-based nuclear power.
  • Discuss the safety and regulatory considerations of nuclear power in space.

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):