SPST425  - Satellite and Spacecraft Systems

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Orbital satellites and spacecraft are discussed according to their application, design and environment. The power system, shielding and communication systems are reviewed along with their missions, space environment and limitations. This course elaborates on Space Station flight operations, its supporting elements and planned systems. Students will study commercial applications, logistical support, maintenance and servicing design concepts. (Prerequisite: IR477).

 

Prerequisites

Corequisites

N/A

Schedule of Classes

Registration Dates Course Dates Session
09/26/11 - 02/26/12 03/05/12 - 04/29/12 Winter 2012 Session D - 8 Week session
11/28/11 - 04/29/12 05/07/12 - 07/01/12 Spring 2012 Session I - 8 Week session
01/30/12 - 06/24/12 07/02/12 - 08/26/12 Summer 2012 Session B - 8 Week session

Course Materials

Book Title: Understanding Space, 3rd Ed
ISBN: 0073407755 or 0077230302
Publication Info: McGraw-Hill, 2005
Author: Sellers
Unit Cost: $77.50

Book Title: Space Satellite Handbook, 3rd ed.
ISBN: 0884151921
Publication Info: Lone Star Books, 1994
Author: Curtis, Anthony
Unit Cost: $27.00

 
 
 

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