Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering

(code MAE_BS02) (128 units)

Program Educational Outcomes

The goal of the undergraduate program in aerospace engineering is to produce well-rounded engineers prepared for careers in aerospace engineering or related disciplines, utilizing an excellent education in the fundamentals of engineering mathematics, sciences and design in order to:

1. Create innovative solutions responsive to customer needs and meeting societal challenges;
2. Apply their knowledge to communicating and translating ideas and plans into working engineering systems;
3. Effectively function as a team member and/or leader in global, multi-disciplinary technical environments.

Student Outcomes

The expected Student Outcomes derived from the Program Educational Objectives are:

1. The students graduating in aerospace engineering will possess the skills in mathematics, physics and chemistry required to solve real world problems.
2. The students will have a firm understanding of engineering science fundamentals that enables them to analyze real world problems and propose an appropriate solution to these problems.
3. The students will have an ability to apply their knowledge in aerospace fundamental disciplines to the analysis and design of components. These aerospace fundamental disciplines include aerodynamics; aerospace materials and structures; propulsion; space environment and space systems; communications and avionics systems; orbital and flight mechanics; and stability & control.
4. The students will have the ability to work in teams and (1) carry out simplified design problems from the conceptual level to the realization of a manufacturing plan, or (2) design complex systems, such as aircraft or spacecraft, from a preliminary design point of view. Projects address economic and business aspects such as commercial viability.
5. The students will have the ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data.
6. The students will have an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility.
7. The students will have the ability to build on their knowledge and will be trained to be lifelong learners, pursuing and interested in independent study, research and development.
8. The students will have good oral, written and graphical communication skills.
9. The students will be trained in the role of the engineer in society, and have an awareness of environmental concerns in the engineering profession.
10. The students will have knowledge of contemporary issues and current projects in aerospace engineering and of technical, design, and business challenges faced by the aerospace industry.

Description

The curriculum is designed to supplement mathematics, science and basic engineering courses in order to give students the specialization needed in different areas of aerospace engineering. In addition to acquiring technical knowledge, graduates will have completed appropriate courses in communications and in humanistic social studies.

Why Choose Aerospace Engineering?

Requirements (Effective 2011/2012 Catalog Year)

A grade of "C" or better must be achieved in all required courses. A minimum of 128 units required.

Lower Division: CHEM 111A; MATH 122, 123, 224; PHYS 151, 152 or (EE 210 and 210L); CE 205; ENGR 101, ENGR 102; MAE 101A, 172, 205.

• Upper Division: ECON 300; MATH 370A; MAE 300, 305, 330, 333, 334, 350, 365, 371, 373, 374, 381, 390, 434, 440, 452, 453, 465, 478, 479, 481, 483
• and 6 units of electives from the elective list below.
• Electives: MAE 408, 422, 435, 451, 454 and 490A.

Additional Information: B.S. Aerospace Engineering

• Plan your program 4, 5 and 6 year roadmaps.
• New students need to immediately consult with the program advisor prior to enrolling for courses. See the advisor links below.
• Consult the catalog link listed below in Official Program Information for past years program requirements.