Space 420

SPACE DOMAIN AWARENESS

Know the domain. Shape the mission.
This short asynchronous course introduces students to the foundational concepts of Space Domain Awareness (SDA). Designed for space professionals at all levels, the course explains what SDA is, why it matters, and how it fits into national security strategy and space policy. Students will learn about the methods, tools, and organizations involved in achieving SDA and understand its critical role in enabling space operations. The primary goal of the course is to provide a strong conceptual framework that empowers learners to further explore SDA as it evolves in complexity and importance.

Online

Format

Course Length

July 27, 2025

Enroll By

June 21, 2025

Next Session

$2,000.00

Tuition

Asynchronous (Self-Paced)

Course Type

Key outcomes

Understanding the Concept of Space Domain Awareness

Define what Space Domain Awareness is and explain its significance within the broader context of space operations and national security.

Exploring the Strategic Role of SDA

Understand how SDA supports national space policy, strategic decision-making, and the preservation of space as a secure and operational domain.

Identifying SDA Tools and Stakeholders

Identify the systems, tools, and organizations responsible for achieving and maintaining Space Domain Awareness.

course content overview​

The Space 410 course explores the principles and practicalities of rendezvous and proximity operations through the following modules:

  • Defining Space Domain Awareness (SDA)
  • The Role of SDA in National Security Strategy
  • Methods and Systems for Achieving SDA
  • Key Organizations Involved in SDA
  • SDA’s Role in Policy, Operations, and Strategic Decision-Making
  • How SDA Supports Freedom of Action in Space
Each module prepares students to address the unique challenges and opportunities of proximity operations in space.  
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Space420 – SPACE DOMAIN AWARENESS

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