Class Information

AST 2002 Introduction to Astronomy

Interdisciplinary approach to the dynamics of the Solar System through applications of Physics, Atmospheric Science, Chemistry and Geology.

 

AST 3110 Solar System Astronomy

Interdisciplinary approach to the dynamics of the Solar System through application of the Physics, Atmospheric Science, Chemistry and Geology.

 

CET 2123C Introduction to Microprocessors

Introduction to microprocessors. Includes machine language programming, an introduction to microprocessor-based system architecture, and binary and hexadecimal arithmetic.

 

CET 3144C Applied Microprocessor Technology

Analysis and design of the components, architecture, and interfacing of a microcomputer. Specific reference to IBM compatible microcomputers and peripherals. Troubleshooting and repair are emphasized in the laboratory.

 

CET 3503 Microcomputer Technology I

Microcomputer assembly programming, including overview of architecture and operating system environment.

 

EAS 3530 Space Systems Concepts

Physical engineering aspects of current space flights. Space nuclear propulsion and power. Design of spacecraft for space environment. Communications and instrumentation.

 

EAS 4400 Satellite Attitude Control

Kinematics and dynamics of rigid and multibody spacecraft rotational motion. Attitude control with momentum exchange actuators and thrusters.

 

EAS 4706 Satellite Payload

A practice based course in small payloads integration with laboratory exercises planned in conjunction with actual shuttle payload activities at KSC. In addition, students will build a small payload to be launched on a Super Loki rocket at the end of the semester. Lecture topics will include: Mission Analysis, Space Environment, Telemetry, and Orbital Mechanics.

 

EAS 5407 Mechatronic Systems

Discrete control techniques for aerospace mechatronic systems. Controller design, test, and evaluation applications.

 

EAS 5937 Mechatronic Systems

The automation of computer driven dynamic systems will be the focus of this course. Actual microprocessor programming and discrete controller design will be implemented in the homework and project exercises. Dynamic simulation will also be used to validate and verify designs. Real-time programming will also be used.

 

EAS 5937 Spacecraft Design

The objective of this class is to develop a small/nano satellite using NASA’s current philosophy of "Smaller, Faster, Cheaper." This course explores design problems specific to small satellites such as miniaturized components, "subsystem-less" design, and reliance on emerging miniaturized technologies (nano-motors, miniature rocket engines, one chip module, etc.) Utilizing hands-on type design, this class will provide practical experience in applying both systems concepts and disciplinary knowledge to a real space systems project. All students with disciplines in engineering/science are highly encouraged to take this class.

 

EAS 6507 Topics of Astrodynamics

Spacecraft attitude dynamics and control. Orbital mechanics. Optimal control of areospace vehicles. Emphasis on recent developments and applications.

 

EAS 6938 Space Environments and Observational Techniques

An overview of the space environment, how to measure it, and how it impacts technological systems. This course works to develop the students understanding of the physics, principals and techniques of space physics observations. The class covers a broad and comprhensive range of space environments and observational techniques (including both remote sensing and in situ diagnostics) used to study the Earth's ionoshpere and magnetosphere, the solar corona and solar wind, and the atmospheres of the outer planets.

 

ST:EAS 6938 Aerospace Instrumentation

The study of aerospace sensors and actuators, how they are modeled and calibrated and how they are applied to spacecraft and aerodynamic vehicles. Methods of Vehicle Health Monitoring will also be covered as well as implementing fault-tolerant sensors and actuators.

 

EEL 4791 Telemetry & Space Computer Systems

An explanation and understanding of how telemetry and space computer systems are designed for space launch vehicles, payloads and satellites.

 

EEL 4932 Satellite Communications

A highly beneficial course for Electrical Engineering students who have interests in Communications, Signal Processing and Electromagnetics. The principles of satellite communications is presented from a system overview perspective. Topics include: Satellite Orbits, Communications Satellite Subsystems (with emphasis on comm. transponders), Earth Stations, Communications Link Analysis, Frequency Division and Time Division Multiple Access.

 

EEL 5432 Principles of Satellite Remote Sensing

An introduction to satellite remote sensing and its applications, including an emphasis on its fundamental processes. Frequent use of the internet will be implemented.

 

EEL 6504 Communication System Design

Information and coding theory. Modem design. Binary and M-ary modulations. Intersymbol interference and pulse shaping. DS and FS spread-spectrum systems.

 

EEL 6530 Communications Theory

PR: EEL 5542 or C.I. Multidimensional signals and systems. Two-dimensional transforms and filters. Image processing applications.

 

EET 3085C Electricity & Electronics

AC and DC circuits. Basic theorems and circuit analysis techniques. Instruments and measurements, introduction to integrated circuits.

 

EGN 2930 Space Science & Technology

This course is a comprehensive introduction to space science and technology, covering the past, present and future of manned and unmanned civil, military, and commercial space programs. Basics of rocket propulsion, orbital mechanics, space environment, and space physiology are covered. Taught by astronauts and cosmonauts at NASA Kennedy Space Center.

 

EGN 3373 Principles of Electrical Engineering

Fundamental laws of electrical circuits and circuit analysis. Fundamentals of electronics and power systems.

 

EGN 4706 Satellite Payload

A practice based course in small payloads integration with laboratory exercises planned in conjunction with actual shuttle payload activities at KSC. In addition, students will build a small payload to be launched on a Super Loki rocket at the end of the semester. Lecture topics will include: Mission Analysis, Space Environment, Telemetry, and Orbital Mechanics.

 

EGN 4707C Launch Processing

Experience working in teams on actual space hardware. Assembling and testing techniques for the preparation and checkout of the space-launch system "Inertial Upper Stage."

 

EML 3312C Feedback Control

Mathematical Modeling of Dynamic Systems: Transient and Steady State Response; Root Locus and z-transform Methods; Discrete Systems Analysis; Controller Design.

 

EML 5311 Systems Control

Modern control theory for linear and non-linear systems; controllability and observablity. Linear state feedback and state estimators, compensator design.

 

EMA 4701C Materials Performance in Space Applications

Laboratory failure analysis of materials within space-related environments.

 

ETG 3541 Applied Mechanics

Coplanar, parallel, concurrent, and non-concurrent force systems. Centroids, CG’s, moments of inertia. Principles of dynamics, rectilinear motion and rotation, work, energy, power, impulse, momentum, and impact.

 

ETI 4835 Rocket Propulsion Technology

Principles of rocketry; solid, liquid and hybrid rocket stages; specific impulse computations; fuel and thrust computations; nose cone, and nozzel designs; ignition systems.

 

ETI 4836 Space Systems Technology

Examines the entire space mission architecture with introductory level analysis of astrodynamics, the space environment, spacecraft design, spacecraft subsystems, space operations, and space economics.

 

ETI 4838 Space Flight Dynamics

Orbital trajectory design; analysis of vehicle sustained g-forces; vehicle vibration analysis; orbital maneuvering; atmospheric entry; launch windows; rocket apogee and down range computations; wind corrections and launch angles.

 

ETM 3930 Introduction Space System Technology

Basic aspects of space missions and applied space technology. Topics include: Design, Manufacture and Testing of Space Hardware for the Space Environment. General concepts in flight dynamics, atmospheric drag, entry effects and hardening of space systems will also be covered.

 

GEO 4140C Remote Sensing of the Environment

Interpretation and application of remote sensor imagery to physical, economic and urban analysis.

 

INP 3803 Human Factors Psychology

The study of human performance in human-machine-environment systems. Topics include human factors psychology in the design of displays and controls, human information processing, and the effects of some environmental variables on human performance.

 

MAP 4363 Applied Boundary Value Problems I

Systems of linear equations, Fourier Series, the eigenvalue problem of Sturm-Liouville and the method of Green’s Functions are all topics to be covered in this course. The class prerequisite is Differential Equations.

 

MAP 5426 Special Functions

Series and integral representations, generating functions, recurrance relations and orthogonality properties of the special functions. Emphasis on Bessel, Legendre and hypergeometric functions.

 

MAP 5435 Mathematics for Engineers

Linear Algebra and Matrix Methods, Ordinary Differential Equations, Fourier Series, Partial Differential Equations, Numerical Methods for Differential Equations and Applications to Engineers.

 

MAP 6938 Laser Beam Propagation

Examines propagation through random media with emphasis on recent results on propagation through atmospheric turbulence. Covers random processes and fields, optical turbulence in the atmosphere, free-space propagation of Gaussian-beam waves, classical theory of optical wave propagation, line of sight propagation and Weak Fluctuation Theory.

 

PHZ 5937 Physics of Earth/Space Environment

Undergraduate mechanics and electricity courses. Examines the space environment and the physics responsible for its behavior. Course includes the origin and structure of the ionsphere, magnetosphere and neutral terrestrial atmosphere; effect of the Sun’s electromagnetic radiation and the solar wind on the Earth’s space environment.

 

SP 399 Shuttle Processing

This course outlines the Space Shuttle operations and processing cycle from landing to launch.  A review of basic Space Shuttle systems provides background information on the requirements for the repair, modification and buildup of each of the STS vehicles. The Space Shuttle processing and assembly operations, and the supporting functions, are presented in online courseware, in classroom discussions, and on tours of the operational areas.

 

SPS 3020 Instrumentation and Methods in Astronomy and Space Science

A detailed introduction to the techniques and instrumentation used in modern observational astronomy and space science. Topics include astronomical sources, observational limits, telescopes, atmospheric effects, spectrographs, single-channel detectors, and advanced solid-state detectors of all types. Special topics, including: Hubble Space Telescope and space astronomy; satellite tracking and imaging; image processing; planetary spacecraft; observing laboratories, with state-of-the-art near-infrared and optical telescopes.