MAE 5090 - Space Mission Operations

3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

This course describes the relationship between the operations concept and the other elements of a space mission and covers the various functions associated with a space mission. These functions include mission planning, trajectory analysis, navigation, payload operations, spacecraft operations, data processing, communications, training, and management. Students learn how to translate mission objectives and requirements into a viable operations concept. The course covers key cost, technical, and schedule drivers and develops methods for determining key space mission operations design parameters (dataflow diagrams, orbit maneuvers, communication links, and spacecraft and payload commanding). Prer., MAE 4410/5410.