Space Systems Engineering

Host University

George Mason University

Semester

Fall 2026

Course Number

SYST 682 DL1

Credits

3

Discipline

Systems Engineering, Operations Research and Engineering Management

Instructor

Piotr Pachowicz (ppach@gmu.edu)

Times and Days

4:30 pm - 7:10 pm

W

Course Information

Overview of the scientific and engineering foundations of spacecraft systems and interaction among satellite subsystems. Topics include fundamentals on astrodynamics, power, communications, command and data handling, thermal management, attitude control, mechanical configuration, structures and launch systems. In addition to traditional instruction, a number of case studies and a team design project provide further breadth and exposure. Offered by Systems Engr & Operations Rsch. May not be repeated for credit. Equivalent to ECE 660.

Prerequisites

ECE 580 or SYST 520