Aerospace Engineering including an Industrial Year MEng

Program Overview

The Aerospace Engineering with Industrial Year MEng program at the University of Nottingham equips students with comprehensive knowledge and skills in aerodynamics, structures, propulsion, and systems for aerospace engineering. Accredited by leading professional bodies, this program emphasizes real-world experience with an integrated industrial year and is taught by experienced faculty actively involved in research. Graduates embark on diverse careers in the aerospace industry, including in design, analysis, and development of aircraft and aerospace systems.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Aerospace Engineering including an Industrial Year MEng program at the University of Nottingham is a four-year full-time course that provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to work in the aerospace industry. The program is accredited by the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS), the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), and the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council, indicating that it fully meets the academic requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer. The program's objectives are to provide students with:

• A strong foundation in the fundamental principles of aerospace engineering
• The ability to apply engineering principles to the design, analysis, and testing of aerospace systems
• The skills necessary to work effectively in a team environment
• The knowledge and understanding of the ethical and professional responsibilities of an engineer

Outline:

The program's content is divided into four main areas:

• Aerodynamics: The study of the motion of air and its effects on aircraft and other aerospace vehicles
• Structures: The study of the design and analysis of aircraft and other aerospace structures
• Propulsion: The study of the design and analysis of aircraft and other aerospace propulsion systems
• Systems: The study of the design and analysis of aircraft and other aerospace systems
The program's structure is as follows:
• Year 1: Students take courses in mathematics, physics, chemistry, and engineering design.
• Year 2: Students take courses in aerodynamics, structures, propulsion, and systems.
• Year 3: Students take courses in advanced aerodynamics, structures, propulsion, and systems.
• Year 4: Students take courses in aircraft design, flight mechanics, and aerospace materials.
In addition to the core courses, students also have the opportunity to take elective courses in a variety of areas, such as:
• Avionics: The study of the design and analysis of aircraft and other aerospace electronic systems
• Flight mechanics: The study of the motion of aircraft and other aerospace vehicles
• Aerospace materials: The study of the properties and applications of materials used in aircraft and other aerospace vehicles

Assessment:

Students are assessed through a variety of methods, including:

• Exams: Written exams are used to assess students' knowledge and understanding of the course material.
• Coursework: Coursework assignments are used to assess students' ability to apply their knowledge and skills to solve engineering problems.
• Projects: Projects are used to assess students' ability to work independently and to design and build an aerospace system.

Teaching:

The program is taught by a team of experienced faculty members who are actively involved in research in the field of aerospace engineering. The faculty uses a variety of teaching methods, including:

• Lectures: Lectures are used to introduce new concepts and to provide students with a foundation in the course material.
• Tutorials: Tutorials are used to provide students with an opportunity to ask questions and to receive feedback on their work.
• Laboratory sessions: Laboratory sessions are used to provide students with hands-on experience with aerospace engineering equipment and software.

Careers:

Graduates of the Aerospace Engineering including an Industrial Year MEng program are well-prepared for careers in the aerospace industry. They can work in a variety of roles, including:

• Aerospace engineer: Aerospace engineers design, analyze, and test aircraft and other aerospace vehicles.
• Avionics engineer: Avionics engineers design and analyze aircraft and other aerospace electronic systems.
• Flight mechanics engineer: Flight mechanics engineers study the motion of aircraft and other aerospace vehicles.
• Aerospace materials engineer: Aerospace materials engineers study the properties and applications of materials used in aircraft and other aerospace vehicles.

Other:

The Aerospace Engineering including an Industrial Year MEng program at the University of Nottingham is a challenging and rewarding program that provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to work in the aerospace industry. The program is taught by a team of experienced faculty members who are actively involved in research in the field of aerospace engineering. The program's facilities are state-of-the-art, and students have access to a wide range of resources, including wind tunnels, flight simulators, and computer labs.