EEE components procurement: Different cost areas and their relevance.
This course aims to enhance theoretical knowledge and practical expertise essential for comprehending the challenges linked to acquiring Electrical, Electromechanical, and Electronic (EEE) components and understanding their associated costs. The course will emphasize how EEE procurement can significantly impact the anticipated project budget and schedule.
It's crucial to meticulously calculate and contemplate the expenses of defining, procuring, and obtaining EEE components, alongside meeting rigorous testing prerequisites for aerospace suitability, before their integration into a spacecraft. These factors need to be thoughtfully factored in during the initial stages of the project, as they can profoundly influence the project's overall success.
The course will cover the following areas:
- Satellite Classes
- Areas with impact on Cost
- Product Assurance and Project Requirements
- Space Standards
- Class Levels Differences
- Model Definition
- Costs Concepts
- Parts Procurement and Control Plan (PPCP)
- Assessment of PPCP Requirements – Cost Impact and Practical Sessions
- Inspections and testing
- Other Expenses Sources
- Costs Examples and Trade-Offs
- Re-design costs
- Budget constrains
- New Space