This course provides a comprehensive overview of aerodynamics, covering the principles and applications from subsonic to hypersonic flight. Students will explore key topics such as airfoil and wing theory, shock waves, high-temperature gas dynamics, and the design considerations for various flight regimes. The course combines theoretical foundations with practical insights, preparing students to analyze and optimize aerodynamic performance in modern aerospace engineering.
Course Prerequisite(s)
***Mechanical Engineering students only: Must complete core course first (EN.535.641 Mathematical Methods for Engineers).
Course Offerings
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Open
Mechanics of Flight
08/31/2026 - 12/11/2026
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