Mars Courses and Certifications

Marte tra scienza e cultura

Esplora Marte a 360°: geologia, clima, esplorazione spaziale e fantascienza. Scopri la storia, la struttura e il futuro del Pianeta Rosso, dalla ricerca di vita alla colonizzazione.

• Polimi OPEN KNOWLEDGE
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate

The Science of the Solar System

51 reviews

Explore the solar system using principles from multiple sciences. Understand Mars, outer planets, exoplanets, and habitability. Advanced content with critical thinking emphasis.

• Coursera
• 30 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

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Space Exploration

Explore European space activities, from Moon and Mars missions to technological challenges and commercial opportunities. Learn about ESA's strategy, transportation architectures, and the physiological aspects of long-term space missions.

• Coursera
• 15 hours 56 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

The Solar System for Kids

Engaging lessons on planets, astronomy, and the sun for elementary students, aiding homework, exam prep, and grade improvement.

• Study.com
• 3 hours 4 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Life in Our Universe

59 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Peer into the exciting new field of astrobiology and learn what science knows about one of the most fundamental questions of all time: Is there life elsewhere in the universe?

• The Great Courses Plus
• 12 hours 8 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Introduction to Astronomy: Solar System

Explore the formation, characteristics, and diversity of our solar system, from inner rocky planets to outer gas giants and icy bodies, with a special focus on Mars and potential for life.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Mineralogical Society of America

The Mineralogy of Mars from Rocks in Hand

Explore Mars' mineralogy through meteorites and rover data, revealing unique planetary composition, mantle sources, and geological processes that shaped the Red Planet's surface and interior.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Michel van Biezen

Astronomy - Mars

Explore Mars' mysteries, from its wet history to modern missions. Learn about surface features, atmosphere, moons, and the search for life on the Red Planet.

• YouTube
• 6 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The Royal Institution

What Has the James Webb Space Telescope Discovered in Its First Year? – With Naomi Rowe-Gurney

Explore the James Webb Space Telescope's groundbreaking discoveries in our Solar System, from Mars to the Kuiper Belt, and learn about its unique capabilities, launch, and future missions in this comprehensive presentation.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Blender Guru

How to Create a Mars Landscape in Blender - Part 1

Learn to create a realistic Mars landscape using Blender's powerful 3D modeling tools. Master terrain generation, texturing, and atmospheric effects in this comprehensive tutorial.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

World Science Festival

Pioneers in Science - Ellen Stofan, NASA Chief Scientist and Planetary Geologist

Engage with NASA chief scientist Ellen Stofan as she discusses her career, inspirations, and NASA's science programs, offering insights into planetary geology and space exploration.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Europlanet

Volcanism on Mars - History, Features, and Significance

Explore Mars' volcanic history, from massive shield volcanoes to explosive eruptions, and their impact on the planet's surface. Gain insights into Martian geology and potential for past life.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

AGU

Tracking the Reorientation of Terrestrial Planets - True Polar Wander

Explore how major geological events can cause True Polar Wander on terrestrial planets, affecting their orientation and geological history over time.

• YouTube
• 39 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

AGU

Fire on Exoplanets - Exploring the Relationship Between Life and Combustion

Explore the connection between fire and life on Earth and other planets. Discover unique planetary phenomena and their potential role in astrobiology and the search for extraterrestrial life.

• YouTube
• 39 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

AGU

Frontiers of Geophysics - Exploration of Mars, Jupiter, and the Sun

Explore Mars, Jupiter, and the Sun through cutting-edge geophysical missions. Discover layered terrains, organic chemistry, and solar wind in this frontier-pushing presentation by Edward C. Stone.

• YouTube
• 36 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course