Applying the system engineering approach to devise a master’s degree program in space technology in developing countries

Jazebizadeh, Hooman; Tabeshian, Maryam; Vernoosfaderani, Mahsa Taheran

doi:10.1016/j.actaastro.2010.06.026

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“…The academic load of the Master's degree in Space Systems (MUSE) was designed taking into account two major guidelines: (1) multidisciplinary approach and (2) Projectbased learning (PBL). Both represent a key factor in engineering education, as students involved in these programs seem to be capable of better solutions when compared to other students from mono-disciplinary approach programs [24]. This is a fact in space engineering education [25], where PBL has proven to be the best way to combine both the academic requirements and the needs from the industry [26].…”

Section: The Master In Space Systems (Muse) At Universidad Politécnicmentioning

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Project-based learning applied to spacecraft power systems: a long-term engineering and educational program at UPM University

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The IDR/UPM Institute is the research center responsible for the Master in Space Systems (MUSE) of Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM). This is a 2-year (120 ECTS) master's degree focused on space technology. The UPMSat-2 satellite program has become an excellent educational framework in which the academic contents of the master are trained through project-based learning and following a multidisciplinary approach. In the present work, the educational projects developed and carried out in relation to spacecraft power systems at the IDR/UPM Institute are described. These projects are currently being developed in the framework represented by the aforementioned MUSE master's program and UPMSat-2.

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Section: The Master In Space Systems (Muse) At Universidad Politécnicmentioning

confidence: 99%

Project-based learning applied to spacecraft power systems: a long-term engineering and educational program at UPM University

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Space Activities and the Simultaneous Development of the Economy in Türkiye

Sözbir,

Bulut,

Gülgönül

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Düzce Üniversitesi Bilim Ve Teknoloji Dergisi

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As space technologies have become an integral part of our daily lives, they have profoundly influenced the course of human civilization since 1957. These technologies have provided humanity with many remarkable insights. Therefore, they have an important role in modern society. Satellite technology is not only vital for military and defence but also for civil applications such as transportation, communication, disaster management, agriculture planning, land, and urban planning. These applications make the space sector an engine of economic growth having advanced and the state-of-the art technology. Technological advances in space continuously benefit the citizens of developed countries. The space economy is defined as all the actions and resources that produce value and benefit to people through exploration, research, knowledge, management, and utility of space. Through satellite communications, navigation systems, earth observation missions, space science and technology research, employment is created, economic growth is achieved, and many industries become more competitive in worldwide economic market. Spinoff companies are born from space activities. In 1994, the Türkiye had its first communication satellite TURKSAT 1B built by Aerospatiale; thus, Türkiye entered the space field being an operator in its region. After millennium, the Turkish space industry has ramped-up by developing its dedicated communication and observation satellites, and their subsystems and creating a launcher system for microsatellites. Türkiye is now developing space technology more comprehensively. This article describes recent developments of space activities and future work in Türkiye. In the article, the strategies in other countries in space technologies are also discussed and suggestions are made for space technology education, development of space economy and regulation of space activities for Türkiye.

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Awareness of the Space Industry as a Career Opportunity in South Africa

Zuma

Mason

Maharaj

2019

International Journal of Sociotechnology and Knowledge Development

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The South African space industry is not seen by young learners as a potential career. The objectives of this study were to identify: high school students' awareness of the industry, their perceptions of employment opportunities, and their knowledge of the industry's educational requirements. A quantitative, descriptive survey with structured questionnaires was administered to 171 respondents. Purposive and quota sampling selected grade 10-11 students in rural, urban and suburban schools. Most respondents had some awareness of the industry, but had limited knowledge about career opportunities, especially in rural schools. Respondents were unclear about how and where to apply for space-related education. The space industry inadequately markets itself to students, so more outreach programs, sponsoring of science and technological projects, more scholarships, and encouragement of the Department of Higher Education to provide information about, and improve career guidance officers' knowledge of, the space industry are recommended.

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Applying the system engineering approach to devise a master’s degree program in space technology in developing countries

Cited by 4 publications

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Project-based learning applied to spacecraft power systems: a long-term engineering and educational program at UPM University

Project-based learning applied to spacecraft power systems: a long-term engineering and educational program at UPM University

Space Activities and the Simultaneous Development of the Economy in Türkiye

Awareness of the Space Industry as a Career Opportunity in South Africa

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