Planet Orbits Program Overview

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Match the following individuals with their roles in the Planet Orbits program:

Eric Anderson = Program Manager Charles Wright = Local Site Project Manager Program Selection Committee = Committee that approves program proposals Space Agency = Sponsored the Planet Orbits program

Match the years with significant events in the Planet Orbits program:

1992 = First proposal for the program 2001 = Program selected for development Three years ago = Program received approval Before 2001 = Multiple proposals submitted

Match the following values upheld by Toronto Business College with their descriptions:

Academic integrity = Upholding honesty and ethical standards in learning Responsibility = Being accountable for one's actions Respect = Valuing the dignity of individuals within the community Courage = The ability to stand up for one's beliefs

Match the types of management involved in the program with their descriptions:

Program Management = Oversees the entire program Ground Segment Management = Manages ground operations Flight Segment Management = Oversees flight operations End-to-End Management = Ensures program is managed from start to finish Signup and view all the answers

Match the following organizations with their primary responsibilities:

Research Center = Development and test of the photometer Spacecraft Laboratory = Flight system including spacecraft operations Technology Corporation = Developing and testing the flight system Planet Orbits EPO = Outreach and education initiatives Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms related to breaches of academic integrity with their definitions:

Plagiarism = Using someone else's work as one's own without proper citation Contract cheating = Hiring someone else to complete an assignment Falsification = Manipulating or fabricating information or records Impersonation = Pretending to be someone else to gain academic advantage Signup and view all the answers

Match the program life cycle phases with their descriptions:

Phase D = Build subsystems and integrate them Phase E = Ensure system meets identified needs Phase C = Design and development of systems Phase A = Conceptual understanding of mission Signup and view all the answers

Match the 4-D training benefits with the expected outcomes:

Team Cohesion = Get to know one another Smoothness and Harmony = Integration across organizations Cross-Site Team Building = Enhancing collaboration Organizational Integration = Forming a cohesive group Signup and view all the answers

Match the challenges faced by the Planet Orbits program with their descriptions:

Costing Validation = Proving accurate cost estimates Data Collection Technique Viability = Demonstrating chosen methods through tests Committee Demands = Responding to changing requirements from selection committee Ground-based Demonstrations = Proving methods on Earth before flight Signup and view all the answers

Match the following components of the Planet Orbits program with their characteristics:

Photometer = Instrument used for detecting light from planets Budget = Total financial allocation of $467 million Duration = Timeline of 144 months for program completion PDR = Preliminary Design Review for assessing project readiness Signup and view all the answers

Match the review milestones with their purposes:

MCR = Initial review of mission concepts PDR = Preliminary design evaluation CDR = Critical design assessment SAR = Acceptance review of the system Signup and view all the answers

Match the purpose of the Planet Orbits program with its intended outcomes:

Use of Transit Photometer = Increase understanding of life in the universe Exploration of Other Planets = Identifying Earth-like planets Mission Alignment = Fit with space agency's objectives Program Approval = Enable actual development process Signup and view all the answers

Match the following review teams with their characteristics:

PFR Team = Standing review board with 21 members IAT Team = Independent assessment team with 6 to 9 members SMOA Team = Systems management office with 2 to 4 members Formal Review Teams = Evaluate if the program aligns with the agency mission Signup and view all the answers

Match the components of the Planet Orbits program with their functions:

Program Components = Includes management of various segments Complexity = Requires collaborative efforts for execution Breadth and Depth = Indicates the program's scope Individual Manager = Cannot manage all components alone Signup and view all the answers

Match the following challenges faced by Eric Anderson in the Planet Orbits program with their descriptions:

Interpersonal issues = Problems arising among team members Management disconnects = Lack of alignment with senior management's expectations Technical progress = Advancement in engineering and scientific goals Schedule shortfall = Deviation from planned timelines for project phases Signup and view all the answers

Match the roles of Eric Andersen with his responsibilities:

Program Manager = Responsible for mission execution Project Manager = Day-to-day management at Spacecraft Laboratory Investigator Working Group = Reports directly to the program manager Science Working Group = Collaborates on scientific integrity Signup and view all the answers

Match the review teams with their responsibilities:

PFR = Verify completeness of requirements IAT = Recommend program confirmation SMOA = Evaluate program aspects PRR = Assessment of readiness for flight Signup and view all the answers

Match the timeline constraints with their conditions:

36 months = Time limit for launching after PDR 1 month = Time for commissioning after launch 12 months = Duration for Phase A 18 months = Total for Phase C and D combined Signup and view all the answers

Match the key terms related to the program methodology with their meanings:

Transit Photometer = Device for detecting exoplanets Research Center = Place demonstrating management capabilities End-to-End Management = Total oversight from initiation to completion Scientific Methodology = Approach used to gather and analyze data Signup and view all the answers

Match the major components of the flight system with their descriptions:

Spacecraft = Main platform for the mission ATLO = Assembly, Test, Launch Operations Flight Segment Checkout = Pre-launch testing procedures Mission Operations Center = Controls and manages mission execution Signup and view all the answers

Match the following outcomes expected from the Planet Orbits program with their significance:

Understanding life = Gaining insight into the existence of life beyond Earth Scientific breakthrough = Major advancement in our comprehension of the universe Program approval = Permission to proceed to the design phase Funding achievement = Securing resources after nearly 10 years of effort Signup and view all the answers

Match the iterations of the program proposal with their significance:

Multiple Proposals = Showed persistence in pursuit Committee Review Cycles = Refined the proposal over time Status Documentation = Prepared for PDR meetings Approval Procedure = Required several iterations for consent Signup and view all the answers

Match the levels of management involved in the Planet Orbits program:

Top Management = Involvement during gate approvals Program Manager = Oversees the entire mission Project Team = Responsible for execution at the Spacecraft Laboratory Review Teams = Evaluate program alignment with mission Signup and view all the answers

Match the levels of work breakdown structure (WBS) with their leadership responsibilities:

Level 1 = Program level managed by Charles Level 2 = Segment level controlled by Charles Level 3 = System level overseen by functional teams Level 4 = Subsystem level led by project managers Signup and view all the answers

Match the following aspects of the academic integrity policy with their implications:

Sanctions = Consequences applied for violations Habitual offenses = Repeated breaches leading to harsher penalties Reporting process = Procedure for disclosing suspected violations Educational integrity = Commitment to maintaining high academic standards Signup and view all the answers

Match the effectiveness of 4-D training with team feedback:

Came too late = Limited impact on team integration Good initiative = Positive perception among team members Expected outcomes = Fostering team cohesion Not as effective = Disappointment in timing of implementation Signup and view all the answers

Match the components of the project management structure with their roles:

Charles = Project manager in Spacecraft Lab Assembly = Lower levels of WBS responsibilities Flight segments = Management of specific team deliverables Photometer = Involved in lower level management Signup and view all the answers

Match the following roles in the Planet Orbits program with their responsibilities:

Program manager = Overseeing the entire Planet Orbits initiative Review committee = Assessing program's readiness for advancement Core team = Executing tasks and managing project details Senior management = Setting expectations and approving budgets Signup and view all the answers

Match the responsibilities of the Technology Corporation with their tasks:

Building the flight system = Key responsibility as subcontractor Integrating systems = Work closely with Spacecraft Laboratory Testing the flight system = Ensures readiness for launch Launching the flight segment = Final step in mission preparation Signup and view all the answers

Match the terms with their definitions related to program requirements:

System requirements = Criteria for assessing system performance Subsystem integrity = Integration of components within a subsystem Operational readiness = Preparedness for system deployment Decommissioning = Responsibility for system disposal Signup and view all the answers

Match the following timeframes related to the Planet Orbits program with their significance:

Next phase = Advancing from definition to design phase 10 years = Time taken to obtain funding approval 144 months = Total duration for the program development Preliminary Design Review = Immediate milestone for project evaluation Signup and view all the answers

Match the team roles with their functions during program reviews:

Standing review board = PFR responsibilities Assessment of needs = IAT evaluation Chief engineering office interests = SMOA evaluation Integrated Design Review = PCA responsibilities Signup and view all the answers

Match the following phases of the Planet Orbits program to their primary objectives:

Advance studies (Pre-phase A) = Produce a broad spectrum of ideas for missions Preliminary analysis (Phase A) = Determine feasibility and compatibility with strategic plans Definition phase (Phase B) = Define the program in sufficient detail to establish initial baseline Design phase (Phase C) = Complete the detailed design of the system Signup and view all the answers

Match the following deliverables of the Planet Orbits program to their responsible organizations:

Developing and testing the photometer = Research Center Development of flight system = Spacecraft Laboratory Developing, building, and testing the flight system = Technology Corporation Overall ground segment = Research Center Signup and view all the answers

Match the following criteria for program success to their descriptions:

Time = Must launch within a certain timeline Cost = Development costs cannot exceed the funding profile Performance = Cannot drop below the minimum performance promised Initiation = Target date for program initiation is next year Signup and view all the answers

Match the following aspects of the Planet Orbits program to their related themes:

Exciting scientific results = Visceral interest to the general public Space Science Themes = Evolution of planets Photometer = Onboard Expendable Launch Vehicle Mission duration = Five years after launch Signup and view all the answers

Match the following components of the program life cycle to their sequence:

Advance studies = Phase 1 Preliminary analysis = Phase 2 Definition phase = Phase 3 Design phase = Phase 4 Signup and view all the answers

Match the following organizations to their respective roles in the Planet Orbits program:

Research Center = Develops and tests technologies Spacecraft Laboratory = Responsible for flight segment assembly Technology Corporation = Builds and integrates flight systems Space agency = Major customer benefiting from the program Signup and view all the answers

Match these terms with their definitions related to project management:

Development Cost Cap = Maximum allowable expense for development Funding Profile = Planned allocation of funds over time Baseline Mission = Initial defined objectives and tasks Expendable Launch Vehicle = Launch system utilized for spacecraft Signup and view all the answers

Match the following software tools with their primary purpose in the program:

Live-Link = Collaboration tool Project = Project scheduling Doors = Requirements management SQL = Database queries Signup and view all the answers

Match the following team performance characteristics with their descriptions:

High morale = Team members have a positive attitude Competent personnel = Experienced members in key positions Clearly defined goals = Goals that are specific and measurable Stable program scope = Minimal changes to project scope Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms related to the Planet Orbits program to their significance:

Earth-like planets = Exploration beyond our solar system Photometer = Instrument for collecting astronomical data Mission Timeline = Crucial for operational planning Space agency = Parent organization overseeing the program Signup and view all the answers

Match the following challenges faced by the program with their explanations:

Cross-site coordination = Leading to delays and inefficiencies Ineffective training = Early training failed to enhance collaboration Schedule constraints = Completion within 36 months dictated by management Additional schedule analysis = Indicates target date may not be achievable Signup and view all the answers

Match the following aspects of the program's current status with their implications:

Strong program management = Ensures effective project oversight Alignment with agency goals = Increases management support Defined focus and strategy = Guides the team towards success Program baselines set = Provides benchmarks for performance tracking Signup and view all the answers

Match the following individuals with their roles in the program review:

Eric = Summarized the team's status Charles = Participated in the review discussion Core team members = Will be updated on the progress Program manager = Needs to ensure effective management Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their relevant concepts in program management:

Aggregate actual-to-plan metrics = Measures program performance PDR meeting = Discuss project progress and issues Milestone review = Evaluates progress against planned milestones Software tools implementation = Enhances team collaboration Signup and view all the answers

Match the following program components with their descriptions:

Total budget = Financial framework for the program Master schedule = Timeline for completing project tasks Team frustration sources = Issues leading to decreased efficiency Competent personnel = Qualified individuals in the team Signup and view all the answers

Match the following program outcomes with their evaluations:

Strong team = Fosters collaboration and efficiency High morale = Enhances overall productivity Clear goals = Provides a sense of direction Manageable challenges = Indicates a realistic approach to problem-solving Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Planet Orbits Program

A space mission program sponsored by the space agency to study extra-terrestrial life.

Program Selection Committee

A group responsible for evaluating and approving space mission proposals.

Transit Photometer

A specialized instrument used to detect and analyze light variations caused by planets passing in front of stars.