Bachelor of Engineering (Aeronautical)
Course Overview
Aeronautical engineering is the study of the design, development, manufacture, maintenance and control of machines or vehicles operating in the earth’s atmosphere or in outer space. You will develop a complex understanding of the design of a flight vehicle and a knowledge of aerodynamics, propulsion systems, structural design, materials, avionics, and stability and control systems.
You will also learn that maintaining and operating a flight vehicle requires an understanding of materials, reliability and maintenance, structural analysis for necessary repairs, together with knowledge of the disciplines within the design process.
The Bachelor of Engineering (Aeronautical Engineering) includes the opportunity to undertake practical flying training. Specialisation in areas like helicopter design, structural optimisation and experimental aerodynamics may be part of a thesis in the final year of the course. You will complete work placements and practical simulation using wind tunnel technology and flight simulators, and work on actual aircraft and aircraft components to measure structural and aerodynamic characteristics. The course offers an exchange program with leading aerospace universities in the northern hemisphere.
Course Requirements
To meet requirements for the Bachelor of Engineering (Aeronautical Engineering), a candidate must successfully complete 192 credit points, comprising:
- core and elective units of study relating to the specialist stream, as prescribed by the table of units of study for the stream; and
- any additional free elective units of study as may be necessary to gain credit to complete the award.
For a standard enrolment plan for Aeronautical Engineering visit cusp.sydney.edu.au/students/view-degree-page/name/BE(Aero)