Course syllabus - Introduction to Aeronautical Engineering

Objectives

The objective of the course is to provide an introduction to fields within aeronautical engineering that are of relevance to the Bachelor Program in Aeronautical Engineering: aerodynamics, aeromechanics, avionics, flight systems technology, helicopter technology, aircraft engine technology, and maintenance technology. The course is also intended to offer an introduction to the preconditions for aircraft operation.

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to:
- give an account of the basic principles of aerodynamics, aeromechanics, avionics, aircraft engine technology, flight systems technology, helicopter technology, and aeromechanical maintenance
- give an account of basic challenges in connection with aircraft development
- compile a technical report within an area of aeronautical engineering
- prove their knowledge of basic terminology and concepts occurring in aeronautical engineering
- give an account of the organizational divisions in aeronautics, demands on airports and navigation systems, the need for air traffic control and meteorological services, the planning of aircraft use in traffic, as well as issues pertaining to range and maximum load
- give an account of the main stages in the history of aeronautics
- relate the content of the course to sustainable development and environmental issues

Course content

- concepts in aeronautical engineering; aircraft and helicopter technology
- elementary aerodynamics, performance, stability and operation
- the basics of flight instruments and electricity
- airports, air traffic control systems, navigation and landing systems, meteorological services
- traffic and transport economy
- international and national conventions, regulations, organizations and authorities
- air safety and airworthiness
- environmental aspects of aeronautical engineering
- development factors in aeronautical engineering
- basic aircraft engine technology and maintenance technology

Tuition

Teaching and learning take place by means of seminars and laboratory work.

Requirements

Physics B, Chemistry A, Mathematics D or Physics 2,Chemistry 1, Mathematics 3c.

Examination

Laboratory work (LAB1), 1.5 credits, marks Pass (G)
Project (PRO1), 1.5 credits, marks Pass (G)
Written examination (TEN1), 4.5 credits, marks 3, 4 or 5

A student who has a certificate from MDU regarding a disability has the opportunity to submit a request for supportive measures during written examinations or other forms of examination, in accordance with the Rules and Regulations for Examinations at First-cycle and Second-cycle Level at Mälardalen University (2020/1655). It is the examiner who takes decisions on any supportive measures, based on what kind of certificate is issued, and in that case which measures are to be applied.

Suspicions of attempting to deceive in examinations (cheating) are reported to the Vice-Chancellor, in accordance with the Higher Education Ordinance, and are examined by the University’s Disciplinary Board. If the Disciplinary Board considers the student to be guilty of a disciplinary offence, the Board will take a decision on disciplinary action, which will be a warning or suspension.

Grade

Pass with distinction, Pass with credit, Pass, Fail