This asynchronous course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the evolving space threat landscape. Focused on adversarial capabilities from China and Russia, as well as the dual-use potential of commercial innovations, this course examines the range of threats posed to freedom of action in space. Students will explore both kinetic and non-kinetic counter-space weapons, electronic interference, and the implications of commercial technologies like orbital maintenance and debris removal being repurposed for hostile use. By following the Space Threat Continuum, students will gain the awareness needed to safeguard space assets, deny adversaries advantage, and support national and allied interests in the contested space domain.
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This course is accredited in partnership with the University of San Diego (USD) and is endorsed by the American Council on Education (ACE), with credit options available through successful course completion or by testing for experienced professionals. Our collaboration with USD offers transferable college credits, while ACE endorsement supports recognition of your skills across traditional academic and professional settings. This dual pathway empowers students and professionals to earn industry-recognized credentials that enhance career progression and academic achievements.