Course Overview
Learn about launch systems, antennas, communications, payloads, and integration in spacecraft systems.
- Course Name: Spacecraft Systems
- SCQF Credit Level Equivalence: 10
- Prerequisites: A numerate first degree or equivalent experience is recommended
- Total Hours: 30 hours study time
- Cost: £800
Course Duration and Dates
- Course Duration: 7 weeks online
- Access to Online Materials: Friday 26th September
- Live Sessions: Every Monday at 17:00 starting on Monday 29th September. 1-hour sessions will run in weeks 1-6 and there is a longer 2-hour session planned from 17:00-19:00 in week 7. Please note these times may be subject to change, but any changes will be notified well in advance, and all sessions will be recorded.
Course Summary
This course covers various aspects of space data, including:
- Launch systems
- Antennas and communications
- Power, attitude, and control systems
- Payloads and integration
- Calibration and operations (including ground stations)
- Case studies on various aspects of spacecraft operations
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will:
- Be familiar with the challenges of operating in the space environment, including planetary surfaces.
- Understand the key components of a spacecraft, their functions, and limitations.
- Grasp the trade-offs between different spacecraft components and how they are balanced, using real-world examples.
- Know the relevant industry standards, including jargon and terminology.
Course Format
- Synchronous Online Delivery: 7 weeks
- Seven online meetings throughout the course plus engagement with discussion boards
- 3-4 hours of independent study per week
- Assessments: Formative assessments through weekly online quizzes and tests, including quantitative assessments, to provide feedback aligned with industry standards.
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