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Earth, Moon, and Mars (APPEL-EMM)Systems Engineering & EngineeringAPPEL On-Demand & Partnership Learning Opportunities

PARTICIPANT TESTIMONIALS

  • Systems Engineering & Engineering
    Systems Engineering & Engineering
  • APPEL On-Demand & Partnership Learning Opportunities
    APPEL On-Demand & Partnership Learning Opportunities

Most engineering and science majors are not required to take a course in geology. This course is for NASA engineers and scientists who are interested in understanding the geological systems and events that shape Earth, and then relating that knowledge to the moon, Mars, and other planetary bodies

This course is designed for NASA engineers and scientists with no background in geology.

Technical Areas Addressed
  • Formation, history, and composition of the earth, moon, Mars, and other planetary bodies
  • Earth’s dynamic geological systems
  • Forces and influences that continue to change Earth, moon, and Mars
  • Lunar and Martian geology and their impact on design of exploration vehicles and landing gears
  • Science of the solar system
  • Searching for life

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APPEL Library Resource
NASA Galaxie Library NASA Galaxie Library
All supplemental resources are NASA accessible only unless otherwise noted.

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Debate hypotheses about the formation and history of Earth, moon, Mars, and other planetary bodies.
  • Describe the dynamic systems that continue to shape our planet and how they impact life on Earth, such as energy sources, water availability, climate change, and natural hazards.
  • Recognize the forces and influences (such as life) that continue to change Earth, moon, and Mars.
  • Examine geological conditions that humans could face as they continue to explore the moon, Mars, and other planetary bodies.
  • Describe how different planetary compositions may affect lunar and Martian vehicles and landing gears.
  • Identify potential signatures of ancient life that might still remain on Mars.
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About the Instructor(s)

Michael Wysession

Michael Wysession, a professor of geophysics at Washington University in St. Louis, is a world leader in the areas of seismology and geophysical education. He has authored or co-authored over 20 textbooks ranging from elementary to graduate school levels. His awards include the Packard Foundation Science and Engineering Fellowship, the National Science Foundation Presidential Faculty Fellowship, and the Innovation Award from the St. Louis Science Academy.

CURRICULUM LEAD

Curriculum Question? Contact the curriculum lead below for assistance.

Diana Wehrell-Grabowski
diana.m.wehrell-grabowski@nasa.gov

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