Master of Science Space Systems Operations (MSSSO) Degree Program
Program Announcements
Program Schedule
Curriculum
Eligibility and Prerequisites
Program Delivery Methods and Requirements
Application Process
Tuition
Contact Information
Frequently Asked Questions
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The Master of Science Space Systems Operations Program (Curriculum 316)
The MS Space Systems Operations (MSSSO) program provides students with scientific, technical, and operational knowledge of military space systems. Graduates are prepared to manage the technical aspects of a space system life cycle including requirements definition and analysis, design, development, installation, operations, and maintenance of spacecraft, space payloads, supporting ground stations, terminals, and C3 connectivity.
The Master of Science in Space Systems Operations (MSSSO) Distributed Learning (DL) degree builds on almost 25 years experience educating military officers in masters and doctorate programs in space systems engineering and operations at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA.
Over 300 officers at duty stations around the world have taken our DL space systems courses offered as part of the NPS space systems certificate program.
The DL MSSSO program brings the core of the on-campus courses together with proven DL technology and faculty expertise to deliver a unique curriculum focused on national security space. |
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Program Announcements No announcements, check back soon!
Program Schedule This program does not have any scheduled starts. Please check back periodically for updates.
Curriculum
Quarter 1 FallPH2514 - Introduction to the Space Environment SS3011 - Space Technology and Applications Quarter 2 WinterPH3052 - Physics of Space and Airborne Sensor Systems SS3500 - Orbital Mechanics and Launch Systems Quarter 3 SpringAE4830 - Spacecraft Systems I EO3516 - Intro to Communications Systems Engineering Quarter 4 SummerEO4516 - Communications Systems Analysis SS3613 - Military Satellite Communications Quarter 5 FallAE4831 - Spacecraft Systems II SS3041 - Space Systems and Operations I Quarter 6 WinterIO3100 - Information Operations SS0810 - Space Systems Thesis Research Note: Thesis research includes approximately two weeks TDY with other students to various CONUS sites. Quarter 7 SpringSS0810 - Space Systems Thesis Research SS4051 - Military Space Systems and Architectures Quarter 8 SummerSS0810 - Space Systems Thesis Research Graduation Week at NPS
Eligibility and Prerequisites The following are eligible for this program: - US Military Officers
- US Government Civilians
- International Students**
**International Students: Ensure that you read and understand the additional Eligibility requirements and Application process found here. Prerequisites: - Baccalaureate Degree (BA or BS)
- GPA of 2.6 or better
- Completion of mathematics through differential equations and integral calculus, plus at least one course in calculus-based physics
Program Delivery Methods and Requirements The following distributed learning delivery methods may be used for this program. If there are questions about these methods, please check the program announcements for details and/or contact the MSSSO Program Director . Online NPS Online classes are taken without any classroom attendance necessary. After registration and enrollment, you will be sent instructions on how to access the course material via Blackboard. Online courses offer you the flexibility of logging on at any time, in any location, to access course material. Courses are faculty led and allow interaction between instructor and other students. The requirements for an online class can be found here.
Elluminate Live! Elluminate Live is a web based collaboration system that supports Video and Voice over IP, text chat, an interactive white board, application sharing, document sharing, and video sharing. To learn more about using Elluminate Live! in your class, please review the Elluminate Support Information and Resources page.
Video-Tele-Education (VTE) A video-tele-education (VTE) location may be required for participation in this program. The primary sites are Washington DC, Norfolk, and San Diego; however, other sites may be arranged. For additional information about locations, email the MSSSO Program Director . The requirements for a VTE location and student guidelines can be found in this document.
Application Process U.S. applicants who meet the prerequisite and eligibility requirements listed above are required to have a completed application package submitted to the Admissions Department. For information about the contents of this package, please refer to the Admissions Packet Completion page. International applicants interested in this program will need to refer to the International Student Application & Eligibility Process for OCL Programs webpage for the application process and additional eligibility requirements.
Tuition Please refer to the OCL Tuition Information page regarding tuition, and book costs associated with this program.
Contact Information For additional information specific to the program, please email the Program Director at MSSSODegProg@nps.edu. For general questions about OCL supported programs, please email the OCL Student Coordinator at OCLStudCoord@nps.edu.
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