Avionic Systems Design option - MSc in Aerospace Vehicle Design

Program Overview

The MSc Aerospace Vehicle Design program with an Avionic Systems Design option equips students with specialized knowledge in designing, analyzing, developing, and integrating avionic systems for aircraft. The program offers a comprehensive curriculum, including modules on control systems, navigation, communication, and software engineering. Graduates are prepared for careers in the aerospace industry, including roles in avionic systems design, development, and testing.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

MSc Aerospace Vehicle Design

The MSc Aerospace Vehicle Design program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the design, analysis, development, and integration of aircraft systems. The program offers two options: Flight Vehicle Structures and Avionic Systems Design. This option focuses on the latter, providing students with specialized knowledge in avionic systems design, analysis, development, test, and airframe integration.

Objectives:

• To equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to design, analyze, develop, and integrate avionic systems for aircraft.
• To provide students with a deep understanding of the latest technologies and trends in avionic systems design.
• To prepare students for careers in the aerospace industry, including roles in avionic systems design, development, and testing.

Program Description:

The Avionic Systems Design option comprises 16 mandatory modules and six optional modules. Students are also required to complete a group design project and an individual research project.

Modules:

• Control Systems
• Inertial and Satellite Navigation Systems
• Aeronautical Communication Systems
• Aerospace Software Engineering and ADA
• Avionics Air Traffic Control
• Aircraft Performance
• Aircraft Stability and Control
• Avionics Data Networking, Hardware Intergration and Testing
• Cockpit Environment
• Design of Airframe Systems
• Fault Tolerant Avionics Design
• Flight Experience
• Integrated Navigation Systems
• Modelling of Dynamic Systems
• Radio Systems
• Reliability, Safety Assessment and Certification

Optional Modules:

• Aerospace System Development and Life Cycle Model
• Aircraft Aerodynamics
• Aircraft Power Plant Installation
• Computer Aided Design
• Initial Aircraft Design
• Integrated Vehicle Health Management

Assessment:

Assessment methods in the program include:

• Coursework assignments
• Examinations
• Group projects
• Individual research projects

Teaching:

The program is taught by a team of experienced faculty members and industry professionals. The teaching methods include lectures, tutorials, laboratory work, and group projects. The program also features a unique Flight Experience module, which allows students to fly on Cranfield's Saab 340B aircraft and gain hands-on experience in flight test.

Careers:

Graduates of the Avionic Systems Design option can pursue careers in a variety of industries, including:

• Aerospace
• Defense
• Avionics design and development
• Flight test
• Systems engineering

Other:

The program is accredited by the Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) on behalf of the Engineering Council as meeting the requirements for further learning for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).

• Program Start Date: September or March
• Program Duration: One year
• Delivery Mode: Taught modules 10%, group project 50%, individual research project 40%
• Qualification: MSc
• Study Type: Full-time
• Campus: Cranfield campus