Space systems engineering

The course covers Space System Engineering exemplified by the design of a spacecraft subsystem for a satellite mission of high societal impact. It introduces a process which allows the creation of successful systems, such as space applications, space missions and satellite subsystems. Methods and tools are presented and exercised which will improve the depth and breadth of Space Systems Engineering graduate level education at the TU Delft by emphasizing the need for the end-to-end approach and life cycle of space systems, including cost and risk handling and using state-of-the-art methods, such as elements of Model-based Systems Engineering. Upon completion, the student will have a firm understanding of advanced Systems Engineering and be able to apply adequate methods and tools which help to create successful systems.