Aerospace Engineering

Students interested in Aerospace Engineering might also enjoy further options listed below that incorporate the same key features.

   

Computer-Aided Design

   

Hands-on Learning

   

Advanced Math and Science Topics

   

Exploration of Earth and Space Sciences

   

Creative Problem Solving

   

Project Design and Development

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  • Astrophysics explores solar and space sciences, planetary systems, stellar and galactic astronomy, and cosmology. Students receive training in astronomy, mathematics, physics and computational and instrumental technology and complete advanced work in the astronomy, math, and physics fields.

  • The Creative Technology and Design Minor integrates technological skills with a critical, theoretical, and historical understanding of technology, media and design. The program prepares the next generation of artists, designers, and media producers, teaching students to be active and critically aware producers of creative technology

Characteristics it possesses

   Computer-Aided Design
   Hands-on Learning
   Advanced Math and Science Topics
   Exploration of Earth and Space Sciences
   Creative Problem Solving
   Project Design and Development

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  • The Astronomy major explores solar and space sciences, planetary systems, stellar and galactic astronomy, and cosmology. Students receive core training in astronomy, mathematics, physics and computational and instrumental technology.

  • The minor in civil engineering (CVEN) exposes students to five sub-disciplines of civil engineering: construction engineering and management, environmental engineering, geotechnical engineering and geomechanics, structural engineering and structural mechanics, and water resource engineering and management.

Characteristics it possesses

   Computer-Aided Design
   Hands-on Learning
   Advanced Math and Science Topics
   Exploration of Earth and Space Sciences
   Creative Problem Solving
   Project Design and Development

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  • The Physics major provides knowledge of the physical concepts that are basic to the laws of nature, and the ability to use these fundamental concepts to answer questions and solve real problems. Students also gain an understanding of the relationship of physics to other fields such as astronomy, biology, engineering, chemistry and medicine.

  • The space minor provides students with an overarching background in all aspects of space. Course topics include space science and exploration; human spaceflight and life sciences; aeronautics and near space; launch and spacecraft systems; climate and environment; space business, policy and politics; and space arts, media and history.

Characteristics it possesses

   Hands-on Learning
   Advanced Math and Science Topics
   Exploration of Earth and Space Sciences
   Project Design and Development

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  • Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences provides students with an in-depth understanding of the physical basis for the role of the atmosphere and oceans in Earth's climate system. The program examines the dynamical, physical and chemical processes that occur in the atmosphere and ocean, and trains students to develop quantitative solutions to real-world problems

  • The Minor in Signals and Systems provides training in control systems, digital signal processing or communications beyond the training usually received by science, mathematics and applied mathematics majors.

Characteristics it possesses

   Computer-Aided Design
   Hands-on Learning
   Advanced Math and Science Topics
   Exploration of Earth and Space Sciences
   Creative Problem Solving

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  • Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences provides students with an in-depth understanding of the physical basis for the role of the atmosphere and oceans in Earth's climate system. The program examines the dynamical, physical and chemical processes that occur in the atmosphere and ocean, and trains students to develop quantitative solutions to real-world problems

  • The Environmental Planning Minor teaches students what it takes to facilitate the decision-making to carry out urban planning, urban design, land development and natural resource conservation with consideration of environmental, social, political and economic factors.

Characteristics it possesses

   Computer-Aided Design
   Hands-on Learning
   Advanced Math and Science Topics
   Exploration of Earth and Space Sciences
   Creative Problem Solving
   Project Design and Development

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  • The Geology major provides students with basic knowledge of the Earth鈥攊ts relationship to the solar system, its origin and developmental history, its structure and composition, its dynamic processes and the role of humans in the Earth system. The geology option emphasizes processes that function both in the solid earth and at Earth's surface.

  • The minor in architectural engineering exposes students to basic building science knowledge, engineering and system concepts, and calculation and design skills.

Characteristics it possesses

   Computer-Aided Design
   Hands-on Learning
   Advanced Math and Science Topics
   Exploration of Earth and Space Sciences
   Creative Problem Solving
   Project Design and Development