Aerospace Undergraduate Academic Certificate
The Aerospace Certificate aims to provide students with a foundational understanding of the principles and practices of aerospace engineering with a focus on the key areas of aerodynamics, propulsion, materials, and aero-structures.
The certificate program is designed to enhance students' knowledge and skills in aerospace engineering and to prepare them for careers in the aerospace industry or for advanced studies in the field. It may also be helpful for students who are interested in pursuing related fields such as mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or computer science. The required coursework must be completed with a grade of C or better.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ME 4421 | Introduction to Aerodynamics | 3 |
| ME 4422 | Introduction to Aircraft Design | 3 |
| Choose two courses from the following list | 6 | |
| Gas Dynamics | ||
| Materials Selection and Design | ||
| Turbomachinery | ||
| Combustion and Aeropropulsion | ||
| Introduction to Aerospace Materials | ||
| Fundamentals of Computational Fluid Dynamics | ||
| Experimental Methods in Fluid Dynamics | ||
| Finite Element Applications in Engineering | ||
| Fatigue and Fracture Mechanics | ||
| Total Hours | 12 | |
Courses to total 12 credits for this certificate.
Students should consult with their academic advisor regarding this certificate.
1 - Attain career advancement in the aerospace sciences or related fields based on knowledge and skills gained from the certificate in aerospace.
2 - An ability to develop and design aerospace systems or components using basic engineering principles while following real-world constraints.
3 - An ability to effectively communicate to clients, engineers, or the general public on topics related to engineering solutions in aerospace engineering, technologies, and/or related fields.