Aerospace Engineering
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The Aerospace Engineering program prepares graduates to design, develop, and test aircraft, spacecraft, and missiles. Students gain the expertise needed to develop new technologies in areas such as structures, propulsion systems, vehicle movement and control. Learners are exposed to overall vehicle design for use in aviation, defense systems, and space exploration. Students benefit from the Department of Aerospace Engineering’s cutting-edge educational facilities, dedicated faculty, and ties with leading companies and government agencies and leave prepared to start a new career or advance in a career in both the public and private sectors.
PROGRAM-SPECIFIC ADMISSIONS PREREQUISITES
Successful completion of all of the following courses (or their equivalent):
- Math: Calculus I, II, and III, and Differential Equations
- Engineering: Thermodynamics, and
Fluid Mechanics including compressible flow
- NOTE: If compressible flow is not covered in the Fluid Mechanics course, then an additional course may be required such as ENAE410.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Build foundational expertise and a specialized
breadth of knowledge in areas like:
- Hypersonics
- Rotorcraft
- Space Systems
- Flight Dynamics
- Controls
- Explore unique applied courses like:
- Fundamentals of Unmanned Air Vehicles
- Introduction to Space Robotics
- Offshore Wind Energy