University Course Planner The University of Adelaide Australia

MECH ENG 4100 - Advanced Topics in Aerospace Engineering

Career: Undergraduate
Units: 3
Term: 4120
Campus: North Terrace
Contact: Up to 4 hours per week
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange: Yes
Available for Non-Award Study: Yes
Assumed Knowledge: MECH ENG 2019
Incompatible: MECH ENG 7063
Assessment: Assignments, Quizzes, Exam
Syllabus:

This student-centred course propels aspiring aerospace engineers into the intricacies of aircraft stability, equipping them to shape the future of flight. Through a dynamic blend of online and in-person lectures, tutorials, and workshops, students embark on a transformative journey that unlocks their potential to innovate and create. Gain insight into the factors that influence aircraft equilibrium, deciphering static stability intricacies that drive design decisions. Navigate the complex realm of 3D aircraft motion with mastery of rigid body dynamics, a cornerstone for advanced control systems. Analyse pitch axis oscillations to ensure seamless longitudinal dynamics and delve into lateral stability for optimised roll and yaw control. Overcome flexibility-induced issues, confront the challenges of aeroelasticity, and harmonize aerodynamics and structural dynamics expertise. Transcend theory by applying principles to real-world problems, honing the skills to innovate and excel in aerospace engineering. Embrace a flexible and immersive learning environment that blends online and in-person engagement. Engage with dynamic lectures, and collaborate in interactive tutorials, and workshops. Demonstrate your mastery through assignments, quizzes, and a comprehensive semester-end examination. These assessments will gauge your grasp of the intricate concepts, ensuring you're ready to conquer the aerospace engineering frontier. Upon successful completion of this course, you will possess a robust toolkit to navigate the complexities of aircraft stability and dynamics. You'll be primed to solve practical flight dynamics challenges and steer aircraft toward new performance frontiers.

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Units
EFTSL
Amount
3
0.125
          
  


Course Outline

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Critical Dates

Term Last Day to Add Online Census Date Last Day to WNF Last Day to WF
4120 Mon 09/08/2021 Wed 18/08/2021 Fri 17/09/2021 Fri 29/10/2021


Class Details

Enrolment Class: Lecture
Class Nbr Section Size Available Dates Days Time Location
28530 LEC0 70 13 This class does not have any timetabled face-to-face sessions. Please check MyUni or contact your Course Coordinator for details.
Note: These lectures are pre-recorded and can be viewed any time after they are published in MyUni. Please check MyUni once enrolled for details regarding when individual lectures will be published.
Related Class: Laboratory
Class Nbr Section Size Available Dates Days Time Location
24129 LA02 50 44 31 Aug - 7 Sep Tuesday 9am - 11am Engineering Sth, S311, CARM Laboratory
Note: This class will be delivered both online and face to face. Please refer to MyUni for details once enrolled.
24130 LA01 50 FULL 1 Sep - 8 Sep Wednesday 12pm - 2pm Engineering Sth, S311, CARM Laboratory
Note: This class will be delivered both online and face to face. Please refer to MyUni for details once enrolled.
Related Class: Workshop
Class Nbr Section Size Available Dates Days Time Location
24131 WR01 70 13 27 Jul - 14 Sep Tuesday 2pm - 4pm Physics, 103, Kerr Grant Lecture Theatre
30 Jul - 17 Sep Friday 3pm - 5pm Darling West, G14, Darling West Lecture Theatre
5 Oct - 26 Oct Tuesday 2pm - 4pm Physics, 103, Kerr Grant Lecture Theatre
8 Oct - 29 Oct Friday 3pm - 5pm Darling West, G14, Darling West Lecture Theatre
Note: This class will be delivered both online and face to face. Please refer to MyUni for details once enrolled.