Summary

This multi-disciplinary course provides an in-depth summary of the technologies needed to understand and develop spacecraft systems and instrumentation. The course presents a system engineering approach for understanding the design and testing of spacecraft systems. Sufficient detail and mathematics are provided to understand the key design issues and sub-systems in satellite systems. The course highlights the underlying scientific and engineering foundations needed to develop space systems, as well as current practices. Case studies are used to pinpoint the key issues and trade-offs in modern design, and to illustrate the lessons learned from past successes and failures.

The course is divided into two independent sections: Space Systems I and II. Sections may be taken in either order, depending on the technology interests or schedule of the participants. The combination of the two sections is recommended for engineers, scientists, or managers who wish to broaden their perspectives and capabilities. The courses provide a strong technical base for leadership in systems engineering or the management of space systems. Technical specialists in specific areas will find the broad perspective and knowledge useful in communicating with other space system specialists in analyzing design options and trade-offs.

The emphasis will be on how today's technology is incorporated into the planning, designing, fabrication, integration, and testing of modern space systems. The course will draw information from many scientific journals, research reports, and previously unpublished design guidelines into a common, unified text with a consistent set of units, symbols, and terminology. Each participant will receive a complete set of notes and the textbook Spacxe Systems published by Oxford Press. The textbook and course notes provide an authoritative reference that focuses on proven techniques and guidelines for understanding, designing, and managing modern space systems.

Space I

1. Engineering of Space Systems
2. Orbital Mechanics
3. Thermal Control
4. Space Power
5. Spacecraft Propulsion
6. Flight Mechanics and Launch Systems
7. Spacecraft Attitude Determination
8. Spacecraft Attitude Control
9. Configuration and Structural Design

Space II

1. The Space Environment
2. Space Communications
3. Space Communications
4. Spacecraft Command and Telemetry
5. Spacecraft Data Processing
6. Testing
7. Reliability & Quality Assurance
8. Space Mission Operations
9. System Engineering Case Study

Tuition for each course is $1495 per person at one of our scheduled public courses. Onsite pricing is available. Please call us at 410-956-8805 or send an email to ati@ATIcourses.com.

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