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MAS131-G Introduction to Aeronautical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Bachelor's Programme
Autumn
Norwegian
On successful completion of the course, the student should
- have knowledge of aviation history and aeronautical terminology
- have knowledge of how aircrafts, aircraft engines and aeroplane systems are built and their manner of operation
- have skills in the execution of simple wind tunnel experiment
- have insight into the basics of avionics and electrical engineering
- be informed of the important laws and regulations in Norwegian and international aviation
- be able to use 3D CAD system in Solid Works for generating of models and drawings
- be able to use Solid Works for design alterations
- be familiar with the different standards used in the mechanical industry
Aviation history, aircraft types and design aspects related to aircraft and aeroplane systems. Configuration and structural design. Classification and fundamental theory for aircraft engines. Basic aerodynamics and wind tunnel experiments. Main principles of avionics, instruments, aircraft and their behavior. Civil Aviation Authorities, law and regulations. Introduction to the use of modern CAD tools and preparation of engineering drawings with standard drawing templates. 3D modeling by use of the CAD program Solid Works. Special emphasis is placed on the use of SolidWorks as a design tools including design changes, etc.
Lectures and exercises / lab, computer lab exercises in groups.
All laboratory reports, and at least 75% of the compulsory exercises must be approved.
Portfolio. Graded assessment.
1st cycle (bachelor)
Programme Coordinator Paul Arentzen
The syllabus will be published on the home page of the course when finalised. See link in the upper right hand corner of the page.
MAS109- G
- 5 ECTS credits
MAS202- G
- 5 ECTS credits
MAS214- G
- 2.5 ECTS credits
Yes.
Faculty of Engineering and Science
University of Agderpost@uia.no
Phone: +47 38 14 10 00 Fax: +47 38 14 10 01
