Aerospace Engineering, Mechanics and Engineering Science The Department of Aerospace Engineering, Mechanics & Engineering Science (AeMES) offers bachelor's, master's, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in aerospace engineering. In addition, the AeMES department offers the bachelor's and master's degrees in engineering science as well as master's and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in engineering mechanics. Aerospace Engineering Aerospace engineers are called upon to solve exciting problems of design, construction and operation of aircraft and spacecraft to meet the ever increasing requirement of improved per- formance at lower unit cost. Design of such vehicles is challenging because of the premium placed on light-weight vehicles performing effi- ciently and with great reliability, the enormous range of flight speeds, and the variety of envi- ronments in which aerospace vehicles must operate. These challenges mean that aerospace engineers work at the continuously changing forefront of science, technology and systems management. The sound backgrounds of aero- space engineers also place them in demand for a wide variety of other engineering disciplines. The undergraduate curriculum in aerospace engineering is an accredited baccalaureate pro- gram which provides a broad education while allowing the student to select an emphasis in aeronautics or astronautics. A strong foundation in mathematics, science and basic engineering sciences is emphasized. Building on this foun- dation, the student begins to acquire a working knowledge of current technology in some of the primary subject areas of aerospace engineering, including aerodynamics & propulsion, flight dynamics & control systems, structural mechan- ics and space systems. Laboratory and design experience are integrated throughout the cur- riculum. Humanities and social science courses are included to improve communication skills and to prepare students for the socio-economic environment in which engineering is practiced. The program in aerospace engineering pre- pares its graduates to enter the practice of engi- neering or related activity, for graduate studies in engineering, and for productive, competent and responsible citizenship. Students should be aware of the increasing need for a master's level of competence for a lifelong engineering career. Students continuing in postgraduate work in aerospace engineering at the University of Florida may choose among three degree pro- grams. The nonthesis master of engineering degree program (ME) is integrated with the bac- calaureate program; students choose an empha- sis in astronautics, structural mechanics or ther- mofluid mechanics, and acquire the additional working knowledge needed to fully engage in the practice of modern aerospace engineering. The thesis master's degree program (MS) pro- vides an opportunity for the student to work on a research or design topic under the supervision ENGINEERING of a faculty member in addition to course work. The doctoral program (PhD) contains an exten- sive research component and prepares its grad- uates for careers in advanced engineering prac- tice, research and higher education. Research Programs The department's active research programs, sponsored by private industry, the National Science Foundation, Department of Defense, NASA, National Institute of Health and other agencies, keep the faculty at the leading edge of technology and provide the opportunity for stu- dents to participate in research through class- room assignments, individual studies, under- graduate research scholarships and employ- ment as research assistants. Several aspects of the degree programs and many of the 3-4000 level course offerings have resulted from ongo- ing research in the department. Admission Requirements Admission decisions are made in accordance with College of Engineering protocol described in the College of Engineering section. A grade of C or better is required for certain courses. Students must maintain a junior/senior level GPA of 2.0 or better, otherwise the student will be placed on academic probation in accordance with College of Engineering policy. CURRICULUM LEADING TO BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN AEROSPACE ENGINEERING Critical Tracking Criteria: Critical tracking courses for semesters 1-4 appear in bold; these courses must be com- pleted with a 2.5 GPA. FRESHMAN YEAR Semester 1 Fall Credits Composition (GE, see Note 1) ..........................3. Humanities (GE, see Note 2).............................3. MAC 2311 Analytical Geom & Calc 1 (GE-M).4 CHM2045 + 2045L Gen Chem + Lab (GE-P)....4 Total 14 Semester 2 Spring Humanities (GE, see Note 2)..............................3. MAC 2312 Anal Geom & Calc 2 (GE-M) .........4 PHY 3048+2055L Physics with Calculus A + Lab (GE-P) ............................................4 CHM2046 + 2046L Gen Chem + Lab (GE-P).....4 Total 15 SOPHOMORE YEAR Semester 3 Fall Credits EAS 2001 Intro to Aerospace Engineering* ....3 EGM 2511 Engr. Mechanics-Statics* ........3.......... MAC 2313 Anal Geom & Calc 3 (GE-M) .........4 PHY 3049+2056L Physics with Calculus B + Lab (GE-P) ...................................4. Total 14 Semester 4 Spring CGS 2425 FORTRAN Programming................2 ENC 2210 Technical Writing..........................3. EGM 3311 Intro to Engr. Analysis .................3 EGM 3520 Mechanics of Materials ..............3. EML 3100 Thermodynamic I............................3 Total 14 Semester 5 Summer Science Elective................................... .......3 ECO 2013 Macroeconomics ............................3 EM A 3010 M materials I.......................................... 3 Total 9 JUNIOR YEAR Semester 6 Fall Credits EAS 4810 Space Systems Design*..................3 ECO 2023 Prin of Microeconomics (GE-S).......3 EGM 4313 Inter. Enginr. Analysis ..................4 EGM 3401 Engr Mechanics Dynamics Alt*....3 EGN 3353C Fluid Mechanics*.............................3 Total 16 Semester 7 Spring EAS 4101 Aerodynamics*..................................4 EAS 4510 Astrodynamics*..............................3 EGM 4344 Numerical Analysis .......................3 EEL 3111 Circuits I............................................. 3 EEL 3303LCircuits Lab...................................... Total 14 SENIOR YEAR Semester 8 Fall Credits EAS 3804C Experimental Methods 1*..............3 EAS 4200 Aerospace Structures 1*...............3 EAS 4300 or EML 4419 Propulsion .................3 EAS 4400 Stability & Control of Aircraft*.......4 EAS 4700 Aerospace Design 1*.........................3 Total 16 Semester 9 Spring Humanities Elective (GE, see Note 2)..................3 Aerospace Elective (see Note 4)* ......................3.... EAS 4805C Experimental Methods 2*..............3 EAS 4210 Aerospace Structures 2* ...................3 EAS 4710C Aerospace Design 2*......................3 Total 15 Total Hours Required for Degree 127 * Must be completed with a grade of C or better Note 1: Used to satisfy general education requirements in composition and Gordon Rule. Normally, choose ENC 1101 or 1102. Note 2: Used to satisfy general education requirements in humanities and social/behavioral sciences. Select courses that also satisfy Gordon Rule and the general education international studies/diversity requirements. Note 3: Select from BSC 2010 Biology 1, PHY 3101 Modem Physics, CHM 3120 Intro to Analytical Chemistry, CHM 2200 Organic Chemistry or other approved courses. Note 4: Select from EGM 4473 Exper. Optimum Engn. Design, EAS 4240 Aerospace Structural Composites 1, EAS 4313 Elements of Reacting Flows, EAS 4412 Dynamics and Control of Space Vehicles, EAS 4850 Flight Test Engineering or other approved courses. Students may choose to take this elective during the junior year and postpone EAS 4510 until the senior year. Engineering Science Engineering science encompasses a broad spectrum of traditional engineering disciplines