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Intro to Spacecraft Design

Intro to Spacecraft Design

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  • Age: Yr 10- 12
  • Duration: 60 mins, 10 Sessions
  • Maximum 6 in a class

The Intro to Spacecraft Design course immerses students in space engineering. Over a school term, students will design, build, and test a spacecraft using a real CubeSat kit, learning key concepts in spacecraft design, assembly and testing. Guided by hands-on experiments, students will learn about the space environment, the spacecraft design process and the subsystems that enable the spacecraft to survive in space and accomplish its mission. 

Who Is This Course For?

  • High school students (Grades 10-12) interested in space and technology who enjoy hands-on learning.
  • Aspiring engineers, programmers and problem solvers.

Why Choose This Course?

  • Hands-on Learning – Learn by building and collaborating!
  • Industry-Relevant Skills – Gain practical experience in space, engineering and problem-solving.
  • Competitive & Team-Oriented – Work in teams to design, program, and refine your CubeSat.

Key 2025 Dates

Key Term Time Dates

  • Term 1: 6 February to 11 April 2025
  • Term 2:  29 April to 27 June 2025
  • Term 3: 22 July to 26 September 2025
  • Term 4: 14 October to 19 December 2025

Key Holiday Program Dates

  • Easter Holidays: 21 April to 25 April 2025
  • Winter Holidays: 7 July to 18 July 2025
  • Spring Holidays: 29 September to 10 October 2025
  • Summer Holidays: 22 December to 26 January 2026
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Course Objectives

  • Understand the Fundamentals of Spacecraft Engineering

    Learn how spacecraft are designed, built, and operated in the distant and harsh space environment.

  • Explore the Challenges of the Space Environment

    Investigate how the vacuum, radiation, microgravity, and extreme temperature environments impact spacecraft design.

  • Develop a Working Knowledge of Spacecraft Subsystems

    Discover how spacraft subsystems, from power generation to data collection, work together to ensure the spacecraft survives its journey in space and accomplishes its mission.

  • Build and Test a CubeSat Model

    Assemble a CubeSat frame, integrate subsystems, and conduct functional testing.

  • Apply Engineering Problem-Solving to Real-World Space Missions

    Explore how CubeSats are used for a range of applications from Earth observation to deep space exploration.

  • Enhance Teamwork & Collaboration

    Work in groups to design, build, and test a simulated space mission. Communicate ideas effectively and contribute to team-based problem-solving. Participate in discussions, reflections, and iterations to improve solutions.

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