Subjects

NoSubjectECTSTypologyFour-month periodContents
1Orbital Dynamics5Optional1Astrodynamics; orbits; orbital elements; propagation; basic mission analysis tools (tracks, coverage, visibility, eclipse calculation)
2Communication and Electronics for Aerospace Engineers5Optional1Electronic communication systems; Electronic navigation systems; Digital signal processing; Radio frequency and radio propagation systems
3Space Environment5Mandatory1Solar System; Magnetosphere; Low Earth Orbit Environment; Plasmas; Effects on Materials; Effects on Humans
4Spacecraft Dynamics5Mandatory1Attitude representation; quaternions; attitude kinematics and dynamics; flexibility effects; sensors and actuators
5Spacecraft Systems5Mandatory1Launch system; propulsion; power; thermal control; configuration and structure; attitude and orbit control; communications and data management
6Satellite Electronic Systems5Mandatory1Types of instruments; sensors for Earth observation; scientific missions; payload design; concept of operations
7Ground Segment and On-Board Computer5Mandatory1Ground stations; operations; ground support of loads; data processing and correction
8Space Mission Design and Operations5Mandatory2Mission design and planning; vehicle configuration; project and risk management
9Applied Orbital Mechanics5Optional2Precise propagation; uncertainty; orbit determination; three-body problem; Halo orbits
10Space Communications5Optional2Satellite communications; earth stations; radio link; modulation; multiplexing; GNSS
11Spacecraft Guidance and Navigation5Optional2GNC; ADCS; optimal trajectories; attitude and orbit estimation; Kalman filter
12Electronic Components and Systems for Space5Optional2Testing of electronic components and systems; design for qualification; space-programmable devices
13Artificial Intelligence for Space Applications and Earth Observation Missions5Optional2Deep Learning; Reinforcement Learning; mathematical programming; heuristic algorithms; AI applied to observation and planning missions
14Master's Thesis15Master's Thesis2All the contents of the title