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Due to the possible dangers and safety hazards that come with high pressure, high temperatures, and more, the team has decided that ***you will need at least 1 quarter of commitment to the team (*Competition team, TVC, or Liquids team) to learn about engine design, safety, and protocol. During this 1 quarter, members will be able to onboard and learn skills that are necessary and fit to their interest. Members are encouraged to delve into other subteams of the team, but should be aware of the amount of responsibilities they are accountable for.

It is a simple process to join. Join the UCSC Rocket Team Slack and the find the “liquids-project” channel. Feel free to message in the channel or to the lead about your interest in the team. [Talk about your experience, interest, how you learned about the projects, or more! Don’t be shy!] Leads and other members will help with the 1 quarter onboarding process and where you are best fit. However, one must remember that oneself is responsible for what is learned and accomplished! Reach out to members for questions and opportunities.

Learning about liquid rocketry encompasses a wide pool of subjects, such as fluids, material engineering, and more, which makes it very difficult to learn. But do not fear, leads and other members are present to help members dive into the subject of “Rocket Science”.

It is a privilege for students, especially one without aerospace or mechanical engineering, to be working on rocket engines and rockets itself. Members that fail to take responsibility for safety will be removed, not only from the team, but also SlugWorks and their Makers’ Space.