MECH ENG 4100 - Advanced Topics in Aerospace Engineering
Career: | Undergraduate |
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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. |
Course Fees
Study Abroad student tuition fees are available here
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The fees displayed below for international students are for students commencing a program in 2024 only. International students who commenced a program in 2023 or prior can find their fee here.
EFTSL | |||
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0.125 |
Course Outline
A Course Outline which includes Learning Outcomes, Learning Resources, Learning & Teaching for this course may be accessed here
Critical Dates
Term | Last Day to Add Online | Census Date | Last Day to WNF | Last Day to WF |
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4120 | Mon 09/08/2021 | Wed 18/08/2021 | Fri 17/09/2021 | Fri 29/10/2021 |
Class Details
Enrolment Class: Lecture | |||||||
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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. |