Commercial Spaceflight
- Semester: Fall 2026
- Course ID: 296W
- Credit Hours: 2
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Unique: 31712
Registration Status: Waitlisted
Course Information
- Grading Method: Pass/Fail Allowed (JD only)
- Will use floating mean GPA if applicable
Registration Information
- Upperclass-only elective
Meeting Times
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| FRI | 9:50 - 11:40 am |
Evaluation Method
| Type | Date | Time | Location |
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| Paper | |||
| Other |
Description
Taught by: Caryn Schenewerk is a respected leader in navigating the complex regulatory and policy landscape for the spaceflight industry. Through CS Consulting, she provides expert guidance to clients on space law and policy engagement with all levels and branches of government. Caryn co-authored a space law textbook, International Space Law and Space Laws of the United States.
This course will examine international and domestic treaties, statutes and regulations governing commercial spaceflight activities, including rocket launches, human spaceflight, satellites and exploration activities. Students will be provided the opportunity to explore the various U.S. government agencies that regulate commercial space activities, how domestic laws comply with international treaty obligations, and the means by which commercial companies provide services to US government and commercial customers.
Instructors
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| Date | Updated |
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| 05/01/2026 | Instructor(s) updated |
Schenewerk, Caryn