ObjectivesOur programmes differ from traditional aeronautical engineering courses in that they span a broad range of subjects from advanced materials and mechanical engineering through to computer science, electronic and electrical engineering and aerospace control systems. These are pulled together by the study of topics such as flight mechanics, propulsion, avionics and aerostructures.
Entry requirements-A Levels - 340 points (AAB) from 3 A Levels, or 2 A Levels and 2 AS Levels -BTEC National Diploma - 320 points with Distinction in Further Maths for Technicians -Scottish Highers - 340 points including AH Maths and Physics from a 3 AH or 2 AH plus 2 H -Irish Leaving Cert. - 340 points from 5 Highers including 77 and 64 in Maths and Physics HL -International Baccalaureate - 32 points including 6 HL Maths and Physics -Core Requirements - GCE A Level Maths plus either GCE A Level Physics or VCE A Level Engineering/Science -Students without Maths or Physics can enter our courses after taking the first year of H301 MEng/MechF (Mechanical Engineering with a Foundation Year).
Academic titleAerospace Engineering MEng
Course descriptionThis is a list of modules that have been offered in the past. We expect similar modules to be offered for courses starting in 2009.
Typical First Year Modules
Module/Unit
-Microstructure and Mechanical Properties
-Analogue Circuits for Aerospace
-Control
-Electrical Circuits for Aerospace Engineers
-Engineering Mechanics
-Fundamental Engineering Mechanics
-Introduction to Aerospace Design
-Introduction to Aerospace Engineering I
-Thermofluids
-Mathematics A I (Electrical/Control/Aerospace)
-Mathematics A II (Electrical/Control/Aerospace)
-Mathematics B I (Electrical/Control/Aerospace)
-Mathematics BII (Electrical/Control/Aerospace)
Typical Second Year Modules
Module/Unit
-Modelling, Simulation and Control
-Aerostructures and Performance
-Avionic Systems
-Basic Java Programming and Problem-Solving
-Fluids Engineering
-Mathematics III (Control)
-Object Oriented Design and Programming with Java
-Discrete Systems (Aerospace)
-Communication Systems
-Design of Structures, Machines and Systems
-Dynamics of Structures and Machines
-Electronic Devices in Circuits
-Fracture Mechanics and Corrosion
-Materials Design, Selection and Performance
-Thermodynamic Cycles and Heat Transfer
Typical Third Year Modules
Module/Unit
-Aircraft Design Project
-Aero Propulsion
-Aerodynamic Design
-Aircraft Dynamics and Control
-Computer Architecture
-Data Structures and Algorithms
-Distributed Real-Time Control Systems
-Electromechanical Energy Conversion
-Embedded Control Systems
-Engineering Management
-Principles of Communications
-Space Systems Engineering
-Advanced Fluid Mechanics
-Advanced Mechanics of Solids
-Antennas, Radar and Navigation
-Applied Noise and Vibration
-Composite Micromechanics and Strong Reinforcing Fibres
-Computer Architecture
-Concurrent Systems
-Data Structures and Algorithms
-Database Technology
-Deformation of Materials
-Digital Signal Processing
-Distributed Real-Time Control Systems
-Electric and Magnetic Fields
-Electromechanical Energy Conversion
-Embedded Control Systems
-Embedded Systems
-Experiments and Modelling
-Finite Element Techniques
-Flow and Power
-Functional Materials III
-Human Computer Interaction and Graphical Interfaces
-Integrity of Materials and Components
-Manufacturing Systems
-Mathematics IV (Electrical)
-Reciprocating Engines
-Renewable Energy
-Space Systems Engineering
-State-Space Control Design
-Surface Degradation and Protection
Typical Fourth Year Modules
Module/Unit
-Advanced Computer Architectures
-Advanced Software Engineering Seminars
-Aerodynamic Design
-Aerospace Computing
-Aerospace Materials Case Studies
-Aerospace Systems and Structures
-Antennas, Radar and Navigation
-Composites in Service
-Concurrent Systems
-Control of Structural Vibrations
-Controller Design: Advanced Methods
-Flight Dynamics and Control
-Motion Control and Servo Drive Systems
-Neural Networks
-Non-Linear Systems
-Optimisation and Search
-Robust and Multivariable Control
-Software Measurement and Testing
-Structural Vibration: Analysis and Practice
-Technology Strategy and Business Planning
-Aerospace Individual Investigative Project
-Aerospace Individual Investigative Project
-Aerospace Individual Investigative Project
-Aerospace Individual Investigative Project
-Aerospace Individual Investigative Project
-Aerospace Individual Investigative Project
-Advanced Fluid Mechanics
-Advanced Materials and Manufacturing
-Aerospace Computing
-Aerospace Materials Case Studies
-Aerospace Systems and Structures
-Antennas and Propagation
-Composites Manufacturing
-Composites in Service
-Computer Modelling and Validation
-Control of Structural Vibrations
-Electromagnetic Compatability
-Engineering Composite Materials
-Flow and Power
-High Temperature Materials for Aerospace
-Motion Control and Servo Drive Systems
-Power Electronics
-Structural Vibration: Analysis and Practice
-Tribology of Machine Elements