Program Overview
The University of South Carolina's Aerospace Engineering program equips students with hands-on experience in aircraft, rocket, and spacecraft design through project work and lab courses. Graduates are ABET-accredited, ensuring their readiness for the global workforce. The program offers specializations in areas like advanced materials and robotics, and provides opportunities for undergraduate research and student club involvement. Potential careers include roles in aerospace, government, and manufacturing.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Aerospace Engineering, B.S.E. It prepares students for careers in the design, construction, and science behind the behavior of aircraft, rockets, and spacecraft. The program emphasizes hands-on, real-life experience through design and lab work, equipping students to become responsible and innovative aerospace engineers. Students gain skills to contribute to the development of next-generation aircraft, satellites, and unmanned aerial systems. Specializations include advanced materials, robotics, power electronics systems, digital control systems, and more.
Teaching:
The program emphasizes hands-on learning through design and lab work. Students work in project groups to acquire social and presentation skills for effective communication.
Careers:
Potential careers include:
- Aerodynamic Engineer
- Aeronautical Engineer
- Flight Test Engineer
- Mechanical Engineer
- Aircraft Designer
- Astronautical Engineer Workplace settings include:
- Aerospace
- Entrepreneurship
- Government
- Manufacturing
- Research and Development
Other:
The program is ABET accredited, ensuring graduates are prepared for a global workforce. Students have the opportunity to engage in undergraduate research alongside world-class faculty. They can also join student clubs like the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics and Society of Manufacturing Engineers.
