PGCert Aerospace Dynamics
Course Overview
This course delivers a comprehensive foundation in aerodynamics and vehicle dynamics, providing both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for computational modeling and simulation. You will gain hands-on experience in measuring, analyzing, and modeling complex airflows and aerial vehicle performance, with the option to specialize in either Flight Dynamics or Aerodynamics.
Key Program Highlights
- Master core principles of aerodynamics and vehicle dynamics
- Gain hands-on experience with measurement and analysis techniques
- Develop expertise in computational modeling and simulation
- Choose a specialized track in Flight Dynamics or Aerodynamics
- Apply theoretical knowledge to solve real-world engineering challenges
Course Overview
This course delivers a comprehensive foundation in aerodynamics and vehicle dynamics, providing both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for computational modeling and simulation. You will gain hands-on experience in measuring, analyzing, and modeling complex airflows and aerial vehicle performance, with the option to specialize in either Flight Dynamics or Aerodynamics.
Key Program Highlights
- Master core principles of aerodynamics and vehicle dynamics
- Gain hands-on experience with measurement and analysis techniques
- Develop expertise in computational modeling and simulation
- Choose a specialized track in Flight Dynamics or Aerodynamics
- Apply theoretical knowledge to solve real-world engineering challenges
Requirements
Modules
- Introduction to Aircraft Aerodynamics
- Flight Experimental Methods
- Modelling of Dynamic Systems
- Compressible Flows
- Viscous Flow
- Control Systems
- Introduction to CFD
- Flight Dynamics Principles
- Air-Vehicle Modelling and Simulation
- Launch and Re-Entry Aerodynamics
- Transonic Aerodynamic Design
- Technology for Sustainable Aviation
- Flying Qualities and Flight Control
- CFD for Aerospace
- Multivariable Control Systems for Aerospace Applications
- Fundamentals of Rotorcraft Performance, Stability and Control
- Fundamentals of Aircraft System Identification
- Experimental Aerodynamics
- Positioning, Navigation and Timing Systems
