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Introduction To Kerbal Space Program - Rocket Science Simulator Camp 8-10
Teacher Tom Bickmore
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Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(219)
Learners will be introduced to Kerbal Space Program, learn why it's such an amazing program to learn rocket science, & learn how to achieve a stable orbit using maneuver nodes which qualifies them to attend the weekly ongoing classes.
Class experience
Welcome to Camp! Kerbal Space Program (KSP) is a rocket simulation program used by rocket scientists and gamers alike. Not only is it loads of fun, but it teaches many things about rocketry & space that are hard to learn outside of a real-time simulation like this. Class Outline will be as follows, though with some flexibility to meet learner needs. Day 1: Overview of the program, it's features, and how to start building a rocket. Day 2: Building & launching rockets that actually make it to...
Learners will understand what Kerbal Space Program is, have hands on experience using it, be equipped with tutorials to practice outside of class, and some students may achieve a stable orbit using maneuver nodes during camp.
Teacher Tom has been teaching Rocket Science, Ham Radio, Engingeering, Robotics, and other STEM classes on Outschool since 2020. Tom has built rockets and made rocket fuel in the past. His students have won NASA competitions, sent experiments to space, participated in the industry at a young age and become analog astronauts. Tom was previously featured as one of Outschool's EPIC teachers for "Passion-driven" teaching.
Homework Offered
Practice what you have learned in class, after each class.2 - 4 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
It will be required to own a copy of Kerbal Space Program 1, and have a computer capable of running it. (If you have a newer gaming console, it is an option to get the game for the console instead, but this can be much more challenging to use vs. a keyboard and mouse, so I don't recommend it) (For Computer system requirements, see https://www.kerbalspaceprogram.com/product/kerbal-space-program-steam/) (For discounted purchase of the game for download via Steam, check out https://www.g2a.com/kerbal-space-program-complete-edition-steam-key-global-i10000014989014 [Teacher not affiliated, it's just a good deal I found])
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Parents: Please ensure that your learner comes to class with the required program installed and running. Please do this ahead of class in case you need to troubleshoot. Contact the teacher if you run into any installation issues. It will be required to own a copy of Kerbal Space Program, and have a computer capable of running it. (If you have a newer gaming console, it is an option to get the game for the console instead, but this can be much more challenging to use vs. a keyboard and mouse, so I don't recommend it) (For Computer system requirements, see https://www.kerbalspaceprogram.com/product/kerbal-space-program-steam/) (For discounted purchase of the game for download via Steam, check out https://www.g2a.com/kerbal-space-program-complete-edition-steam-key-global-i10000014989014 [Teacher not affiliated, it's just a good deal I found])
Star Educator
Popular
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(219)
Teacher Tom is a designated STAR educator on Outschool. Star educators are top rated, experienced, and highly responsive, with classes that meet Outschool's quality learning standards. Tom is also an ACE Educator and was previously featured as a...
Group Class
$125
for 4 classes4x per week, 1 week
75 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-10
4-6 learners per class
