Learning outcomes
The Space Planning and Operations I module provides the basics in both subject areas and provides insight into the complex process of mission planning and the operation of satellite missions. The knowledge gained from this is an important basis for further courses in the master's degree. The
project carried out in the first part of the semester not only enables students to understand the fundamental relationships and factors in the design of space missions but also to acquire and apply project management and presentation skills.
After successfully completing the module, students have knowledge of:
- the basics of space planning and the planning process
- Elements of space missions and their connections - the space programs of space nations and organizations - the basics of space flight operations - the structure and function of a mission control
center and a ground station - the tasks of an operations engineer
acquired.
Furthermore, competencies for:
- the assessment and implementation of planning processes in space travel - the
conceptual planning of space missions - working in teams
- (Technical) presentations to an audience
conveyed.
Teaching content
The content of the Space Planning and Operations I module covers the following subject areas:
- Basics of space planning
-- Orbit selection for mission planning
-- Space law
-- Space junk
-- Environmental influences (natural and social)
- Space agencies
-- Performance
-- Competencies
-- Budget
- Basics of satellite operation
- Procedures and databases
- Ground stations
-- Construction
-- Components and personnel
-- Competencies -
space-based communication technologies
