Formerly coded as EG2311, this course aims to provide an overview and basic knowledge of space systems. The topics covered include satellite classification, space environment, and various subsystems that are the fundamental building blocks of a space system. In addition, typical satellite mission payloads and general ground and launch segments will also be covered. This course allows students to progress to designing and developing satellite-related systems or sub-systems including meaningful payloads in the future modules.

At the end of this course, students should be able to:

• Classify different satellite systems.
• Explain and solve orbital mechanics using basic theory and equations of motion.
• Describe the environment in which a space system operates and propose some ways to mitigate the effects.
• Describe various satellite hardware subsystems, satellite applications, and payload.
• Model space systems (satellites and sensors) using mathematics, physics, and software.
• Work out technical budgets (power budget, link budget, etc.) for satellite system

Workload: 4 units (modular credits)