Space Nuclear Command, Control and Communications Certificate - Curriculum 298 (DL)
Program Officer
CDR Michael Moran
Spanagel Hall, Room 102B
(831) 656-2817, DSN 756-2817
michael.g.moran@nps.edu
Academic Associate
Steve Tackett, Lecturer
Code SP/Ta, Spanagel Hall, Room 230
(831) 656-2944, DSN 756-2944
shtacket@nps.edu
Brief Overview
The Space Nuclear Command, Control and Communications (NC3) Certificate comprises four courses (SS3011, SS3613, SS3740 and SS3741). Upon successful completion of the course work, students will be awarded a certificate of completion in keeping with standard practices of the Naval Postgraduate School. The Space NC3 Certificate supports objectives corresponding to required space, ground and classified elements of USAF Global Strike Command’s strategic Nuclear education components. This certificate is a distance learning, asynchronous education program that covers satellite technology and communication fundamentals relevant to U.S. strategic nuclear operations, deterrence and assurance.
Requirements for Entry
A baccalaureate degree with above-average grades, completion of college-level Algebra 2 and college-level physics with a C or better average, and a Secret clearance is required.
Convenes
Spring
Program Length
4 Quarters
Required Courses: Curriculum 298
SS3011 | Space Technology and Applications | | 3 | 0 |
SS3613 | Military Satellite Communications | | 3 | 0 |
SS3740/AE3740 | Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications Systems - Part I | | 3 | 0 |
SS3741/AE3741 | Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications Systems - Part II | | 3 | 0 |