Spring Quarter
Week 1 - Info Session
Tuesday, March 31st, 2026
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
MDEA
Meet the club, learn what we do, and hear about how YOU can get your L1 certification!
Week 2 - Open Rocket Workshop
Tuesday, April 7th, 2026
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
MDEA
We HIGHLY recommend coming to the meeting with Open Rocket already download! Follow along with us in designing and simulating your own rocket.
Week 3 - OpenRocket Part 2
Tuesday, April 14th, 2026
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
MDEA
Get help with modeling the actual rocket you will be launching on OpenRocket. After this meeting, we will make sure all rockets parts are ordered.
Week 4 - Solidworks Workshop
Tuesday, April 21st, 2026
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
MDEA
Learn how to download Solidworks and design your own nose cone. If you already know Solidworks, this is a great time to work on your OpenRocket design and finish up CADing your nose cone.
Week 5 - Fin Design and Ring Design
Tuesday, April 28th, 2026
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
MDEA
Learn how to CAD fins and centering rings. Learn about options for 3D printing your nose cone.
Week 6 - Launch Day Workshop
Tuesday, May 5th, 2026
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
MDEA
Learn about the procedures for launch and how to prepare for assembly weekend!
Week 7 - Paperwork and Office Hours
Tuesday, May 12th, 2026
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
MDEA
We will have our mentors and board members available to provide anyone with help.
Week 8 - Assemble Rocket
Tuesday, May 19th, 2026
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
MDEA
Learn some tips for assembling rocket and begin epoxying all parts together. Ask mentors and board members for assembly advice.
Week 9 - Office Hours/Potluck
Tuesday, May 26th, 2026
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
MDEA
We will have our mentors and board members available to provide anyone with help.
Week 10 - Final Assembly and Office Hours
NO IN PERSON MEETING!