AE 480 - Spacecraft Design and Systems Integration

Class Hour(s) 3
3 Semester Credit Hour(s)

Capstone-level course focused on the design and integration of spacecraft systems. Students apply principles of orbital mechanics, propulsion, structural design, thermal control, power systems, attitude determination and control, and communication subsystems. Emphasis is placed on system-level trade studies, subsystem interfaces, requirements definition, and mission planning. Students work in teams to develop a conceptual spacecraft design that meets specified mission objectives, culminating in a final design review and technical report.

Prerequisite(s): AE 351, AE 452