ME EN 415
Flight Vehicle Design
Mechanical Engineering
Ira A. Fulton College of Engineering
Course Description
Fundamental principles for designing flight vehicles (e.g., airplanes and rockets) including introductions to aerodynamics, structures, stability, propulsion, and performance. A combination of theory, computational methods, and a design project.
When Taught
Fall
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Title
Propulsion System Design
Learning Outcome
Designing an airplane propulsion system.
Title
Stable and Controlled Flight Design
Learning Outcome
Designing an airplane for stable and controlled flight.
Title
Performance Requirement Design
Learning Outcome
Designing an airplane with specific performance requirements.
Title
Aerodynamic Design
Learning Outcome
Aerodynamic design of an airplane.
Title
Structural Design
Learning Outcome
Airplane structural design.
