Module Details
Module Code: |
ENGR H3603 |
Module Title:
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Introduction to Space Engineering
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Title:
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Introduction to Space Engineering
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Module Level:: |
7 |
Module Coordinator: |
Cathal Nolan
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Module Author:: |
Edmond Tobin
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Module Description: |
This module aims to provide an introductory understanding of space engineering. Introduction to space propulsion: chemical, electric propulsion and advanced propulsion concepts. Space standards and current space industrial trends and practice.
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
LO1 |
Demonstrate knowledge of space environment, planets, celestial bodies of interest. |
LO2 |
Analyse recent mission design elements and basic orbital maneuvers. |
LO3 |
Evaluate the elements of satellite and spacecraft and applications of small satellites. |
LO4 |
Describe the elements of space propulsion from launch systems to deep space propulsion and perform basic calculations. |
LO5 |
Review various Space Standards, current space industry trends and practices. |
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Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Additional Requisite Information
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No Co Requisites listed
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Indicative Content |
Space Environment & Celestial Bodies
Aspect of Space Environment, Challenges for space mission and human flights. Near Earth Environment, Solar System, Interstellar and Intergalactic Space Environment.
International Space Station (ISS), Near Earth Asteroid, Earth-Moon System, Earth Sun System, Planets of Interest, Issues of Orbital Debris
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Mission Design Concepts
Types of space missions and their objectives. Fundamental laws of orbital mechanics, Terminology and Orbit Types: Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO), Geostationary Orbit (GEO), Low-earth Orbit (LEO), Medium Earth Orbit (MEO), Polar orbit and Sun-synchronous orbit (SSO),Transfer orbits and geostationary transfer orbit (GTO), Concepts of Orbital Maneuvers and Transfers, Orbital Rendezvous, Interplanetary Missions, Launch, Entry Descent Landing Concepts.
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Elements of Spacecrafts
Anatomy of Spacecraft, systems approach to spacecraft and payload design, key design drivers and payload requirements.
Attitude Determination and Control systems, Thermal control systems and subsystem design, Command and Data System, Telecommunications
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Space Propulsion
Overview of spacecraft propulsion, Rocket Propulsion, Electric Propulsion Systems and performance evaluation.
Spacecraft power subsystem, battery and solar array cells and sizing of a power subsystem,
Brief on Advanced Space Propulsion Concepts: Laser, Microwave Propulsion, Solar Sail.
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Space Industry Standards
Overview of emerging space industry trends, Small-satellite Trends and applications. Various European Cooperation for Space Standardization (ECSS) and International Standard Organization (ISO) and other standards applicable to Space Industry, Space Law Treaties and Principles
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Module Content & Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Continuous Assessment | 10.00% |
Practical | 30.00% |
End of Module Formal Examination | 60.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
End of Module Formal Examination |
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Reassessment Requirement |
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.
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SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Category |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecture |
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Contact |
In class lectures. |
12 Weeks per Stage |
2.00 |
24 |
Lab/Lecture |
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Contact |
Projects will be assigned and weekly progress will be monitored, End-of-semester Report and Presentation will be required |
12 Weeks per Stage |
2.00 |
24 |
Independent Learning |
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Non Contact |
Students will be expected to review notes, read and gain broad knowledge from reference books for assigned project on weekly bases, in preparation of report and presentation. |
15 Weeks per Stage |
5.13 |
77 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
4.00 |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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Mark Davies. (2003), The Standard Handbook for Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineers, Society of Automotive Engineers, p.2000, [ISBN: 9780071362290].
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Charles D. Brown. (2002), Elements of Spacecraft Design, Amer Inst of Aeronautics &, [ISBN: 9781563475245].
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George P. Sutton,Oscar Biblarz. (2016), Rocket Propulsion Elements, John Wiley & Sons, p.792, [ISBN: 1118753658].
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Richard H. Battin. (1999), An Introduction to the Mathematics and Methods of Astrodynamics, Aiaa, p.799, [ISBN: 1563473429].
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Jerry Jon Sellers,William J. Astore,Anita Shute. (1994), Understanding Space, AIAA (American Institute of Aeronautics & Astronautics), p.655, [ISBN: 0070570272].
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Wiley J. Larson,James Richard Wertz,Brian D'Souza. (1999), Space Mission Analysis and Design, 3rd. [ISBN: 1881883108].
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Steven R. Hirshorn. Revision to the NASA Systems Engineering Handbook, Rev 2. [ISBN: SP-2016-6105].
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Other Resources |
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European Cooperation for Space
Standardization. ECSS Active Engineering Handbook, Netherland,
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