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AE483 AEROSPACE SYSTEM DESIGN

Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering · 1 version

Offerings are listed from 2027-1 Fall through 2031-1 Fall.

AE483 AEROSPACE SYSTEM DESIGN

  • 3.0 credit hours
  • (BS=0.0, ET=3.0, MA=0.0)
  • Version 2027-2
  • In effect
Scope
This course covers the fundamentals of aircraft and spacecraft design. Topics
include understanding the mission and payload requirements, sizing methods,
understanding design space, and tradeoffs. Students will be introduced to typical
design and analysis tools used in the industry. Cadets will conduct design projects for both conventional aircraft and space applications. ***Pending ABET-PEV review of ET=3.0CR.***
Lessons
38 @ 55 min (2.500 Att/wk)
Labs
2 @ 55 min
Special requirements
None
Prerequisites
AE201
AE483 version 2027-2 offerings
Term Sections Section size Capacity Enrolled Wait list Seats Closed Details
2027-2 Spring 2 18 36 34 0 2 Yes Hours for 2027-2 Spring
2028-2 Spring 2 19 38 38 0 0 Yes Hours for 2028-2 Spring
2029-2 Spring 2 18 36 0 0 36 Yes Hours for 2029-2 Spring