Aeronautical Engineering ( B.Engg. AE )

To provide graduates with a broad engineering educational base by emphasizing on core the mechanical subjects on which a career can be built in industry, research, education or the service sector. Core subjects include thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, dynamics, control, manufacturing, electronics, electrical machines, mechanics, materials, computing and design.

 The subjects are developed through a number of assignments and projects to prepare students for the needs of industry. Importance is placed on the integration of analytical tools with application skills through design exercises, case studies, projects and visiting lectures. The course develops the students’ skills to enabling them to use the latest technologies, including computer-based tools for design, modelling and simulation with  flexibility of approach.

 The final year includes an in-depth treatment of subjects in different fields of mechanical, aeronautical and automotive engineering enabling the development of a realistic appreciation, understanding and application of analytical tools as applied to real engineering problems. The following subjects differentiate between the three courses, partly in the second year but more so in the final year:

 ·         Mechanical Engineering – design, manufacturing, materials, CAD/CAM and rapid prototyping;

·         Aeronautical Engineering – fluid dynamics, aeronautical modelling, aircraft testing, using facilities at Shoreham Airport/ Northbrook College and wind tunnels and flight simulators;

·         Automotive Engineering – engine technology, thermodynamics, using internal combustion engines research facilities

 v  Career Opportunities

Graduates may find a range of occupations in Mechanical Engineerng, Aeronautical Engineering and Automotive Engineering. Careers are also possible in Computer Aided Engineering and Modelling, Aircraft and Automotive Systems, Engineerng Design and Management, Fluid Dynamics, Control and Simulation.

 v  Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the courses graduates will be able to:

1)    Understand and apply appropriate mathematical methods to model and analyse engineering problems

2)    Manipulate and analyse mathematical data and present in a variety of ways and understand the limitations

3)    Understand the scientific principles in the development and analysis of engineering solutions to practical problems

4)    Conduct relevant experimental laboratories and analyse and interpret experimental results

5)    Select and apply appropriate computer based methods and be able to assess the underlying limitations of particular methods

6)    Apply computer based engineering tools to solve unfamiliar problems

7)    Demonstrate a wide knowledge and comprehensive understanding of design principles, methodologies and engineering materials and components

8)    Recommend well-justified proposals based on appropriate decision making processes

9)    Extend knowledge and capability to enable appropriate design solutions within unfamiliar situations

10) Demonstrate understanding of management and business practices within legal, professional and ethical constraints

11) Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of current practice and limitations, codes of practice and safety issues.

12) Apply knowledge creatively to generate a range of solutions and make value judgments

13) Effectively communicate information within a business and social context

14) Independently develop knowledge and skills in related disciplines

15) Design, manufacture and test a functional mechanical product

16) Evaluate technical and business risks within the requirements of commercial and industrial constraints

17) Plan and manage a programme of work.

 v  Practical Experience

Graduates will acquire detailed practical knowledge along with their theoretical education. During the program the students will practically work on different application projects, Aircraft and Automotive systems, CAE (Computer Aided Engineering), Electrical Engineering , Materials and Manufacturing Engineering, Fluid Dynamics, Aircraft Dynamics, Mathematics and Simulation.

 First year is offered in India, rest is offered by University of Brighton.

 B.Eng (Hons) Degree

v  Courses

·         ME 105 Design and Applications Project (EA1 )

·         ME111 Computer-Aided-Engineering and Design

·         ME113 Materials and Manufacture 1

·         XE120 Mathematics

·         XE121 Engineering Concepts