Req 5 — Choose Two Missions
5.
Do TWO of the following:
You must choose exactly two options from this requirement. One good strategy is to pick one option that asks you to study real missions closely and one option that lets you create something of your own.
Your Options
- Req 5a — Compare Great Missions: Compare one robotic mission and one historic crewed mission. This option builds your ability to explain discoveries, mission goals, and why certain flights changed history.
- Req 5b — Build a Mission Story: Create a blog, website, slideshow, or scrapbook about a current planetary mission. This option helps you organize information for an audience.
- Req 5c — Design a Sample Return: Invent a robotic sample-return mission to another world. This option strengthens mission-planning and engineering thinking.
How to Choose
Choosing your two options
Think about time, materials, and what kind of work you enjoy most
- If you like comparing real events: Start with 5a. You will talk about actual missions and what they discovered.
- If you enjoy presenting information: Add 5b. It works well if you like slides, websites, or visual storytelling.
- If you like designing systems: Add 5c. It is the most creative and engineering-heavy choice.
- If you want balance: Pair 5a with 5c or 5b with 5c so you practice both research and design.