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Aerospace Engineering Modules for Visiting Students

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The module range offered combines theory with practical applications to provide a thorough technical understanding and high quality engineering skills. Level 4 modules provide an introduction to aerospace engineering, with analytical subjects in mathematics, engineering science, structural mechanics and dynamics available. There are also modules available in engineering design and its applications. Level 5 modules introduce specialised topics in aerospace engineering, including aerodynamics and aircraft structures. Further study of mathematical sciences, mechanical science and materials is also available. Level 6 modules are more specialised and consider aerospace engineering subjects such as propulsion, maintenance and logistics. Updated April 2014/PJW

Entry requirements:

GPA of 2.75 or above (out of 4.0) or equivalent.

Pre-requisites:

Level 4: prior study of university-level physics/mathematics useful.

Level 5: previous study of general engineering/maths/physics at level 4 is required.

For project-management based modules, prior study of business/management is useful.

Level 6: substantial prior study of aerospace engineering at intermediate level is required.

For levels 5 and 6, any specific pre-requisites for individual

modules will be detailed in each module description.

Taught at: Roehampton Vale campus

Key:

KEY TO MODULE DESCRIPTORS

SUITABILITY OF MODULE FOR STUDENTS VISITING KU ON STUDY OPTION ____

1 Indicates module is suitable for students visiting KU on Study Option 1 (Whole Year)

2 Indicates module is suitable for students visiting KU on Study Option 2 (Autumn)

3 Indicates module is suitable for students visiting KU on Study Option 3 (Spring/Summer)


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Notes:

1. Students enrolled on Study Option 1 are required to study the entire module.

2. Whilst the University makes every effort to ensure that this information is correct at the time of updating (April 2014), it cannot accept responsibility for omissions or subsequent changes. Module availability and content may be subject to change, as part of the University’s policy of continuous improvement and development.

MODULE

CODE TITLE SUITABILITY

KEY

LEVEL 4 (INTRODUCTORY)

ME4011 Thermofluids and Mechanical Principles 1 1

ME4012 Analytical Methods, Computing, Electrical and Electronic Systems

1

ME4013 Engineering Design, Materials and Manufacture 1

1

AE4020 Introduction to Aerospace Engineering 1

ME4111 Engineering and Mechanical Principles 1

ME4112 Technology Mathematics, Electronics and Computing

1

LEVEL 5 (INTERMEDIATE)

ME5012 Electronic Systems, Control and Computing 1

ME5014 Project Engineering and Management 1

AE5020 Aerodynamics, Propulsion and Analytical Methods

1

AE5021 Aerospace Engineering Design and Project Management

1

AE5022 Aerospace Structures, Materials and Dynamics 1

ME5112 Analytical Techniques, Electronics and Computing

1

AE5121 Aerospace Design Methods and Materials 1

AE5122 Aerospace Engineering 1

LEVEL 6 (ADVANCED)

ME6010 Business Management and Quality Systems 1

AE6020 Further Aerodynamics and Propulsion and Computational Technique

1

AE6022 Further Aerospace Structures, Materials and 1


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Dynamics

AE6024 Further Analytical Methods and Business Environment

1

AE6030 Space Vehicle Design 1

AE6110 Aerospace Technology 1

AE6601 Air Transport Economics 1

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LEVEL 4 (INTRODUCTORY) Study Option 1 = Whole Year Study Option 2 = Autumn Study Option 3 = Spring/summer

Module Code: ME4011

Module Title: Thermofluids and Mechanical Principles 1

Credits: Full Year: 8 (US) 15 (ECTS)

Level: 4

Prerequisites: Prior study of physics at university-level useful.

Suitability Open to suitably qualified Study Abroad/International Exchange students

enrolled at KU for Study Option 1

Not open to Erasmus students (as Level 4)

Course Content:

This module introduces the fundamentals of thermofluids (thermodynamics and fluid mechanics) and solid mechanics (statics and dynamics).

The thermofluids section of the module covers the key concepts of system, work, heat and the main thermodynamics laws (zeroth, first and second laws) with special reference to their engineering applications. This section also introduces the main equations of fluid mechanics and dynamics, dimensional analysis, properties of fluids and their measurement methodology and units.

The solid mechanics section provides an understanding of the behaviour of particles and rigid bodies whilst stationary and in motion. Bodies under equilibrium are studied and the external and internal parameters such as force, moment, stress, strain etc. are defined, derived and used for problems solving. This section also introduces kinematics and kinetics/dynamics of particles and rigid bodies with their engineering applications.

Topics covered may include:

Units and dimensions, open & closed systems

Work, heat, fluid properties

Zeroth, first and second Laws of Thermodynamics

Dimensions and dimensional analysis


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Pressure and Temperature Measurement

Hydrostatics, laminar and turbulent flows, continuity, momentum and energy equations

System of forces and moments under static equilibrium, pin-jointed structures

Direct and shear stress and strain, compound bars

Shear force, bending moments, theory of bending and twist

Kinematics of particles with constant and variable accelerations, kinematics of rigid bodies, simple mechanisms

Kinetics of particles and rigid bodies, Newton’s method, energy and impulse

Teaching: Lectures, tutorials, and laboratory sessions

Assessment:

STUDY OPTION 1:

2 hour Exam (60%)

Coursework: two in-class MCQ tests and two laboratory reports (40%)

Last updated: 30/04/14 KSJ

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Module Code: ME4012

Module Title: Analytical Methods, Computing, Electrical and Electronic Systems


Level: 4

Prerequisites: Prior study of physics/maths at university-level useful.




Course Content:

This module introduces the basic concepts from electrical and electronic engineering, using analytical methods. The module embeds solid foundations in engineering mathematics, which are then conceptualised to find solutions of engineering problems. Furthermore, it introduces students to basic programming skills applied to engineering problems.


Revision of fundamentals, field, potential, Ohms law etc.

Analysis of simple linear circuits.

AC theory, RCL circuits.

Three phase principles, applications; motors.


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Electronic components, integrated circuits, PCBs.

Electrical instruments- function and applications.

Power supplies and amplifiers.

Introduction to a high level programming language and implementation in hardware.

Differential calculus, partial differentiation.

Integral calculus with standard integrals, partial fractions.

Numerical differentiation and integration.

Solution of non-linear equations.

Matrix algebra, linear systems, simultaneous equations.

Trigonometry.

Complex numbers.

Introduction to statistics, laws of probability, random variables, density and distribution functions, binomial, Poisson and normal distributions, curve fitting.

Teaching: Lectures, tutorials and practical sessions

Assessment: STUDY OPTION 1:

Coursework: two in-class tests (40% each) and a hands-on exercise (20%)

Last updated: 30/04/14 PJW


Module Code: ME4013

Module Title: Engineering Design, Materials and Manufacture 1


Level: 4

Prerequisites: Prior study of engineering/physics concepts useful.




Course Content:

This module aims to develop competence in the application of the fundamentals of engineering design to a given specification including the manufacture and testing of that design. It also provides students with an understanding of the structure and synthesis of a broad range of engineering materials, their test methods, their structure, their implications for manufacture and the control of these structures to produce optimum performance in service.


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Communication by Drawings and CAD Solid Modelling

Principles of Project Management and Planning

The Engineering Design Process

Detail Design and Product Data Specification

Engineering Analysis in the design process

Test and analysis of results from prototype testing

Classification and properties of engineering materials.

Mechanisms, and analysis, of elastic and plastic deformation and materials hardening.

Introduction to mechanical testing of solids and evaluation of materials performance.

Introduction to binary phase diagrams and principles of heat treatment procedures.

Characteristics, analysis, application and evaluation of metals, ceramics, polymers and ceramics.

Principles of material selection procedures and their impact on the environment.

Common manufacturing processes.


Assessment:

STUDY OPTION 1:

Coursework

An online CAD test will assess the individual CAD knowledge (15%)

A major design and make project to include CAD models, full working 2D detail drawings, design log book, specification etc (45%)

Two in-course tests: an MCQ test (15%) and a short answer test (25%)


Study Option 1 = Whole Year Study Option 2 = Autumn Study Option 3 = Spring/summer

Module Code: AE4020

Module Title: Introduction to Aerospace Engineering


Level: 4

Prerequisites: Successful completion of introductory university level maths/physics concepts.





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Course Content:

The module introduces basic aerodynamics, aircraft systems and propulsion using the Kingston Learjet aircraft to provide a frame of reference. Students will be introduced to the essential differences between space engineering & its environment, and aircraft and aerospace engineering.

The module starts by introducing the International Standard Atmosphere and basic aerodynamic terms, followed by basic discussion of the theory of flight, stability and lift augmentation. The module then introduces typical Gas Turbine and associated system architecture before concluding with broad coverage of the Aerospace Industry, its Regulation, Licensing and Accreditation.


Library resources and data retrieval.

Time management.

Report writing, presentation preparation and delivery, visual aids.

The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and Risk Assessments.

The Role of the Engineering Institutions and the routes to Professional Engineer status.

Heat treatment, case hardening, testing of materials.

Measurement using a variety of techniques.

Machining including drilling, shaping, milling and turning.

Fitting, sheet metal cutting and forming, and fabrication by riveting, soldering, brazing.

Airframe structures: Airworthiness requirements for structural strength, Construction methods.

Relevant ATA 100 systems.

Aerospace Industry Regulatory Framework

Astro: Space engineering, the space environment and some example space missions.

Aero: Aircraft engineering, properties of the atmosphere, airworthiness requirements

Teaching: Lectures, tutorials and workshops

Assessment:

STUDY OPTION 1:

2 hour Exam (30%)

Coursework: In-class tests, Risk assessment, Workshop project (70%)




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Module Code: ME4111

Module Title: Engineering and Mechanical Principles


Level: 4

Prerequisites: Prior study of physics at university-level useful.




Course Content:

This module introduces the fundamentals of thermodynamics and fluid mechanics along with solid mechanics (statics and dynamics).

The thermodynamics and fluid mechanics sections of the module introduces the key concepts of system, work, heat and the main laws of Thermodynamics (zeroth, first and second laws) with special reference to their engineering applications. This section also introduces the main equations of fluid statics and dynamics, properties of fluids and their measurement methodology and units.

The solid mechanics section provides an understanding of the behaviour of particles and rigid bodies whilst stationary and in motion. Bodies under equilibrium conditions are studied and the external and internal parameters such as force, moment, stress, strain etc. are defined, derived and used for problem solving. This section also introduces kinematics and kinetics/dynamics of particles and rigid bodies with their engineering applications.


Units and dimensions, open & closed systems.

Work, heat, fluid properties.

Zeroth, first and second Laws of Thermodynamics.

Pressure and Temperature Measurement.

Hydrostatics, laminar and turbulent flows, continuity, momentum and energy equations.

Gas laws.

Free body diagrams for static and dynamic situations.

Basic kinetics; Newton’s laws of motion; Force and Acceleration.

Work and Energy; Impulse and Momentum.

Simple kinematics of a rigid body; Rectilinear and Curvilinear motion.

Free-undamped Vibrations with a single degree of freedom.

Static equilibrium: Coplanar and concurrent force system.

Force Moments. Forces in pin-jointed frameworks.

Direct and shear stress and strain, compound bars and thin walled vessels.

Teaching: Lectures, seminars and practical sessions


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Assessment:

STUDY OPTION 1:

2 hour Exam (60%)

Coursework: three laboratory reports (15% total), one MCQ test (10%) and one short answer test (15%)



Module Code: ME4112

Module Title: Technology Mathematics, Electronics and Computing


Level: 4

Prerequisites: Prior study of physics/maths concepts at university-level useful.




Course Content:

Mathematics and computing are the backbone of modern technology and engineering and fundamental knowledge of electrical and electronic concepts is essential for modern design in both these disciplines. They are all strongly connected through the use of analytical/numerical methods, logic and algorithms, modelling and visualisation.

The mathematics section of the module covers the fundamentals and application of algebra, logarithms, trigonometry, calculus and vectors to typical engineering problems, particularly related to, but not exclusive to, electrical and electronic systems. The computing section includes the application of spreadsheets, MATLAB tools and other propriety software packages.


Basic pre-calculus algebra.

Functions including inverse functions, logarithms and exponentials.

Trigonometry and vectors

Calculus: differentiation, integration and differential equations including applications in engineering

Complex numbers.

Introduction to statistics.

Fundamentals: potential, Ohms law etc.

Analysis of simple linear circuits.

AC theory, RCL circuits.

Three phase principles, applications; motors.

Electronic components, integrated circuits, PCBs.


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Electrical instruments- function and applications.

Power supplies and amplifiers.

Introduce and use appropriate software.

Teaching: Lectures, seminars and practical sessions

Assessment:

STUDY OPTION 1:

2 hour Exam (50%)

Coursework: Use of software assignment (20%), online laboratory exercises (15%) and in-course short answer test (15%)


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LEVEL 5 (INTERMEDIATE) Study Option 1 = Whole Year Study Option 2 = Autumn Study Option 3 = Spring/summer

Module Code: ME5012

Module Title: Electronic Systems, Control and Computing


Level: 5

Prerequisites: Successful completion of ME4012 or equivalent.

Suitability Open to suitably qualified visiting students enrolled at KU for Study Option 1

Course Content:

This module builds upon the first year level 4 module ME4012, extending electronics teaching to more complex devices and methods for analysis. It deals with advanced electronic systems and concepts from classical control, including feedback control systems and analysis of their response and the effects of the feedback loop.

The content of this module is informed by the research performed by the teaching team. In order to improve students' employability, a range of engineering programming tools are used to model and analyse the performance of engineering systems, enabling learning of the functionality of control analysis and design software


Operational amplifiers, electronic filters.


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ADC and DAC converters.

Boolean algebra and logic circuits.

Mathematical models and computer simulation.

Velocity feedback.

PID controllers, step response, stability, Routh-Hurwitz.

Flow control: loops and decisions, selection structures.

Assignments and logical compares.

Data types, functions and variables.

Strings and arrays, multidimensional arrays.

Standard I/O, file I/O.

Complex numbers.

1st and 2nd order ODEs with applications.

Partial differentiation and applications.


Assessment:

STUDY OPTION 1:

Exam (50%)

Coursework: Test (25%) and measurement & programming assignment (25%)



Module Code: ME5014

Module Title: Project Engineering and Management


Level: 5

Prerequisites: Prior study of business/management concepts useful.


Course Content:

The module includes principles and commercial practices for the management of engineering projects and related wider business operations. The nature of project engineering and business management is considered in the context of quality, time, risk and sustainability aspects.

The module is contextualised for Mechanical and Automotive professionals to promote and broaden knowledge of how companies and organisations work in the project and business environment. This module continues effective team working as well as developing interpersonal skills.


Knowledge of the principles, procedures and application of tools for project,


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business and risk management.

The legal and ethical framework of projects in relation to the law of contract, to tort and to health and safety legislation.

Project planning, scheduling and resource levelling, including use of proprietary software

Utilisation of financial tools to undertake economic assessment and analysis of project or business situations

Quality management requirements of engineering and construction projects, including aspects of ISO9000.

Basic statistical tools and techniques.

The influence of human resource management principles and practices on assembling effective teams to deliver projects for industrial clients.

Development of group and interpersonal skills in project and business management.

Teaching: Lectures, seminars and computer workshops

Assessment:

STUDY OPTION 1:

Exam (60%)

Coursework: Group and individual project reports, including evaluation of self and group (40%)



Module Code: AE5020

Module Title: Aerodynamics, Propulsion and Analytical Methods


Level: 5

Prerequisites: Successful completion of ME4011, ME4012 or equivalent


Course Content:

The basics of aerodynamics and aerospace propulsion are introduced with a view to provide the ability to analyse, formulate and solve elementary problems. The mathematics side of the module is taught in the context of the solution of engineering problems.


Two dimensional potential flows

Production of aerodynamic forces


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Compressible flow

Shock waves

Conservation of energy and laws of thermodynamics

Gas turbines cycles

Heat transfer

Combustion process

Series expansion

Complex numbers

First and second order ordinary differential equations

Partial differential equations

Binomial distribution

Statistics

Introduction to the use of CFD


Assessment:

STUDY OPTION 1:

3 hour Exam (50%)

Coursework: In-course assessments, in-course tests, laboratory reports (50%)



Module Code: AE5021

Module Title: Aerospace Engineering Design and Project Management


Level: 5

Prerequisites: Successful completion of intermediate university level aerospace/engineering


Course Content:

The purpose of this module is to develop the student’s understanding of the fundamentals of aerospace engineering design. It is common to both the Aerospace and Astronautics programmes, but some of the detailed design elements will be taught separately and the astronautics students will do a space vehicle related design project.


Aerospace vehicle conceptual design, specification writing and dealing with external design factors, e.g. regulations, sustainability, size requirements, etc.

Aerospace structural design, description and calculation of fundamental


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requirements

Aerospace materials, description, use of, design requirements and manufacturing processes and methods

In service requirements of aerospace materials

Aerospace aerodynamic design, description and calculation of fundamental requirements

Aircraft Performance requirements

Project management techniques, networks, bar charts, critical path, float, resources, and software.

Heath and safety directives and regulations, the “six pack”.

The concept of risk.

Quality assurance and TQM.

Economic assessment and discounted cash flow.

Teaching: Lectures, tutorials and group meetings


Coursework: Class tests (30%), Design reports (30%) and Design project (40%)



Module Code: AE5022

Module Title: Aerospace Structures, Materials and Dynamics


Level: 5

Prerequisites: Successful completion of AE4020 and ME4011, or equivalent


Course Content:

This module reinforces the students’ prior knowledge of statics, materials and dynamics and introduces topics of particular relevance to aerospace studies. The module includes further work on the analysis of beams, materials used in aerospace such as composites, and develops the students understanding of vibration theory as well as application of dynamics of particles and rigid bodies in aerospace.


Beam deflections, asymmetric sections, safety factors and buckling

Flexural shear stress distribution, shear centre of open thin-walled sections.

Bredt-Batho theory for single cell sections.

Free and forced vibration of damped single degree of freedom and mathematical


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modelling.

Introduction to aircraft performance and analysis, using dynamics of particles

Introduction and analysis of aircraft stability and control using rigid body dynamics

Introduction of Finite Element Modelling and Analysis using an FE computer package.

Mechanical properties of engineering materials

Macromechanics of composite materials.

Design and optimisation of composite structures.


Assessment:

STUDY OPTION 1:

3 hour Exam (50%)

Coursework: 2 Laboratory reports, 1 Design report and 1 test (50%)



Module Code: ME5112

Module Title: Analytical Techniques, Electronics and Computing


Level: 5

Prerequisites: Successful completion of ME4112 or equivalent


Course Content:

This module builds upon level 4 modules, extending mathematics and electronics concepts to more complex devices and methods for analysis. It also introduces concepts from classical control, using the engineering programming tools to model and analyse performance of engineering systems, enabling learning of the functionality of control analysis and design software.


Operational Amplifiers, Electronic Filters

Combinational and sequential logic circuits

Velocity Feedback

PID controllers, Step response, Stability, Routh Hurwitz

Mathematical Models and computer simulation

Complex numbers

Matrices

Linear equations


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1st and 2nd order ODEs with applications

Partial differentiation


Assessment:

STUDY OPTION 1:

Exam (50%)

Coursework: In-class short test (15%), “Test & Measurement” lab exercise (10%) and Group assignment (25%)



Module Code: AE5121

Module Title: Aerospace Design Methods and Materials


Level: 5

Prerequisites: Successful completion of ME4013 or equivalent


Course Content:

This module aims to introduce virtual design methods (CAD, FEM and FEA) and application of advanced engineering materials in design of aerospace components and assemblies (e.g. a bracket to hold a simple component in an aircraft or e.g. a retracting undercarriage system for a light aircraft).

The approach to design and materials selection are demonstrated and areas of the design process are methodically examined. Aspects of the design process that are particular to the aerospace components and assemblies are emphasised, along knowledge of terminology associated with the engineering design offices.


Mechanical properties of engineering materials (Micromechanics),

Macromechanics of composite materials,

Design of composite structures,

Optimisation of composite structures,


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Computer-aided design (CAD),

Factor of safety (FoS)

Finite element methods

Finite element modelling (FEM)

Finite element analysis (FEA) and validation

Teaching: Lectures and tutorials

Assessment:

STUDY OPTION 1:

Exam (50%)

Coursework: Design concept & modelling & assembly (25%), and Finite Element Modelling (FEM) & Finite Element Analysis (FEA) (25%)



Module Code: AE5122

Module Title: Aerospace Engineering


Level: 5

Prerequisites: Successful completion of introductory university level aerospace engineering


Course Content:

This module covers aerodynamics, flight performance, propulsion, stability and control of aircraft, rocket propulsion and orbit mechanics of satellites. It considers both low speed and high speed aerodynamics of aircraft.


Standard atmosphere, properties of fluid and patterns of airflow.

Aerodynamic properties of aerofoils.

Helicopter flight mechanics and aerodynamics.

Spacecraft system and orbital mechanics.

Static and dynamic stability of aircraft.

Basic low-speed aerodynamics, Bernoulli’s and continuity equations,

Take-off, landing, turning, climb and cruise performance.

Drag estimation techniques.

Aircraft propulsion.

Laminar and turbulent boundary layers, control methods.

Liquid and solid rockets, multi-stage rocket propulsion principles.


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Introduction to compressible aerodynamics, nozzle flows.


Assessment:

STUDY OPTION 1:

Exam (50%)

Coursework: 2 assignments (25% each)


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LEVEL 6 (ADVANCED) Study Option 1 = Whole Year Study Option 2 = Autumn Study Option 3 = Spring/summer

Module Code: ME6010

Module Title: Business Management and Quality Systems


Level: 6

Prerequisites: Prior study of business management concepts useful.


Course Content:

The module provides in depth understanding of business and management concepts required by professional engineers and enable them to acquire a set of skills for successful employment in large national and international companies. Additionally it develops students’ enterprising skills & attributes as well as their appreciation of engineering profession in a global context.

A major aspect of the module is introduction of quality systems with an emphasis on statistical approach to quality enhancement in engineering, including reliability, design of experiments and benchmarking.


The macro and micro business environment, Profit & loss, balance sheet and cash flow, sources of finance. Analysing accounts.

Market segmentation, targeting and positioning. Growth strategies. Mergers and


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acquisitions. Joint ventures and alliances. Budgets. International business, trade barriers, globalisation.

The entrepreneurship / enterprise process, generating ideas to meet market needs, opportunity identification and exploitation; project planning and efficient use of resources; role of engineers in support of global projects to facilitate technological awareness in under-developed and developing countries.

Historical review of quality, quality gurus, standards organisations, standard definitions and implementations.

Product liability legislation and product liability prevention programmes, ISO 9000 series of standards, quality awards, Six-Sigma, quality costs (PAF model)

Acceptance sampling (attributes), tolerance analysis, process capability (CP and CPK), statistical process control (mean charts, range charts, np-charts, c-charts), design of experiments (Taguchi), reliability, failure modes and effects analysis, quality function deployment, benchmarking

Statistical analysis using appropriate software such as Minitab.

Teaching: Lectures, tutorials, discussion groups and practical sessions

Assessment:

STUDY OPTION 1:

3 hour Exam (50%)

Coursework: business case study (25%) and an in-class test (25%)



Module Code: AE6020

Module Title: Further Aerodynamics and Propulsion and Computational Technique


Level: 6

Prerequisites: Successful completion of AE5020, AE5022 or equivalent


Course Content:

This module extends the analysis of aerodynamic and propulsive systems with a view to provide the ability to design and evaluate aerodynamic loadings on aerospace vehicles as well as their propulsion systems. It also extends student knowledge and skill base on solving aerospace engineering problems with advanced analytical approaches, namely computational fluid dynamics and Matlab programming with a view to equip students with up-to-date flow & structure analysis techniques.


Subsonic Aerodynamics


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Supersonic Aerodynamics

Compressible flow

Incompressible flow

Air breathing cycles

Axial flow turbo machines

Navier-Stokes equations

Panel method for potential flow

Finite-difference and finite volume methods

MATLAB programming

ANSYS simulation

Dynamic analysis of structure systems


Assessment:

STUDY OPTION 1:

3 hour Exam (50%)

Coursework: 5 in-course assignments (50%)


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Module Code: AE6022

Module Title: Further Aerospace Structures, Materials and Dynamics


Level: 6

Prerequisites: Successful completion of AE5022 or equivalent.


Course Content:

This advanced level 6 module aims extend knowledge of the analytical techniques of aerospace structures and the appreciation of the functions of structural components. The students will study the multifaceted discipline of materials technology applicable to typical aerospace structures based on fracture and fatigue analysis and finite element method. It also provides students with an understanding of aircraft dynamic stability, performance, and structural dynamics characteristics.


Linear Elastic Fracture Mechanics (LEFM).

Damage tolerant structures.

Fatigue life prediction.


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Introduction to composite materials

Theory of structural equivalence.

Thin plate structures.

Flexural and torsional analysis.

Energy methods.

Compressive and shear instability.

Buckling modes.

Structural efficiency.

Introduction to finite element theory.

Multi-degree of freedom systems, forced vibration and mathematical modelling.

Modal testing, modelling with MATLAB

Mission profiles and cruise performance.

Steady and accelerated climb performance. Energy method.

Static and dynamic stability, aerodynamic derivatives, longitudinal and lateral stability modes.


Assessment:

STUDY OPTION 1:

Exam (50%)

Coursework: 2 assignments (25% each)



Module Code: AE6024

Module Title: Further Analytical Methods and Business Environment


Level: 6

Prerequisites: Successful completion of intermediate-level engineering mathematics required.


Course Content:

This module further develops the student’s ability to model engineering problems using advanced mathematical methods. It also further develops the student’s broader understanding of the business context of engineering activities. It will develop a set of skills and techniques which will prepare them for employment.


Functions and their properties (bounded, monotonic, even, odd, periodic and their geometrical representations).


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Right and left hand limits, continuous functions, continuity at a point and continuity in an interval. Differentiability of a function at a point and in an interval

Vector analysis and their applications and equation of continuum, stress

Equilibrium and equation of motion of a continuum

Sequences (finding nth term, tests for convergent or divergent and their applications in engineering.

Series (test for convergent or divergent by various test , ratio test, comparing and integral test)

Complex functions ( limits, continuity, differentiability and integration ),

Complex series (convergent, divergent and region of convergence ).

Fourier series, Fourier transforms for a periodic function and their application in theory of approximation.

Gamma and Beta Functions and their applications.

Solving non-linear system of equations by various ways in Numerical analysis.

Testing Hypothesis using t,2 and F distributions.

The macro and micro business environment.

Analysing industries.

Profit & loss, balance sheet and cash flow.

Sources of finance.

Analysing accounts.

Market segmentation, targeting and positioning.

Growth strategies. Mergers and acquisitions. Joint ventures and alliances.

Budgets.

International business, trade barriers, globalisation.


Assessment:

STUDY OPTION 1:

Exam (30%)

Coursework: Mathematics coursework (10%), Business test (20%), and Business coursework (40%)




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Module Code: AE6030

Module Title: Space Vehicle Design


Level: 6

Prerequisites: Successful completion of AE5022 or equivalent


Course Content:

This module builds on the introduction to space engineering & astronautics to give a detailed understanding of space vehicle design, broken into core (e.g. power) and mission enhancing (e.g. propulsion) subsystems.

This is not intended to enable students to carry out detailed design of effective space missions, which requires a graduate level course, but to will provide (a) a thorough understanding of the challenges of space engineering, (b) a toolset, reference material and confidence to tackle future design problems they may face, and (c) an understanding of the context for space engineering to avoid the classic engineering mistake of reinventing the wheel. Context will be provided by will be done by reference to a number of past UK, European and International space missions.


Selection and design of appropriate orbits, trajectories and manoeuvres for a variety of space missions.

Impact of the space environment on spacecraft and space mission design.

Space vehicle power systems.

Space vehicle telemetry, telecommand & control (TTC) links and systems.

Spacecraft structural configurations and basic mechanical design procedures

Context for space activities and the relationship between politics, economics & technology

Different types of spacecraft propulsion, and in particular hybrid chemical propulsion

Critical spacecraft support functions: launch, operations, Space systems engineering

Introduction to other spacecraft support functions: thermal, data handling, attitude control

Launcher design and how it differs from spacecraft and aircraft design

The challenges of human spaceflight.

Small satellites & low cost space missions

STK programming Further Orbit and trajectory analysis



3 hour Exam (60%)


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Coursework: in-course assignments, tests, mini project (40%)



Module Code: AE6110

Module Title: Aerospace Technology


Level: 6

Prerequisites: Successful completion of advanced university level aerospace/engineering


Course Content:

This module is designed for direct entry students from a range of aerospace related programmes. It provides an understanding of how the principles of aerodynamics, propulsion, structures and materials science all determine the configuration and performance of fixed and rotary wing aircraft.


Assessment:

STUDY OPTION 1:

3 hour Exam (50%)

Coursework: Assignment (30%) and unseen test (20%)



Module Code: AE6601

Module Title: Air Transport Economics


Level: 6

Prerequisites: Successful completion of intermediate-level university level business/management.



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Course Content:

The aim of this module is to explore how employers within the various sectors of the air transport industry combine all these functions in order to make a profit.


History of air transport industry, key technical innovations, Chicago Convention, Freedoms of the Air, ICAO, deregulation, direct and indirect costs, fuel costs, maintenance costs, finance costs, crew costs, demand forecasting, pricing strategies, logistics systems, hub-and-spoke systems, demand for air freight, pricing strategies.

The macro and micro business environment. Analysing industries. Profit & loss, balance sheet and cash flow. Sources of finance. Analysing accounts. Market segmentation, targeting and positioning. Growth strategies. Mergers and acquisitions. Joint ventures and alliances. Budgets. International business, trade barriers, globalisation.


Assessment:

STUDY OPTION 1:

3 hour Exam (50%)

Coursework: Online test (25%) and written assignment (25%)



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aerospace engineering - kingston university

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