The statements below describe the objectives of our Aerospace Engineering Program combining both the knowledge and the skills that are important in the successful practice of mechanical engineering. These objectives have been developed by our faculty and , through a series of surveys, have the consensus agreement of our graduating seniors and alumni.

1. a sense of excitement and adventure intrinsic to the history of the field and essential to the future of aerospace engineering as it advances the frontiers of human experience;
2. sufficient grounding in engineering related mathematics (calculus, partial differential equations, linear algebra etc.) and sciences (physics, chemistry, life sciences) to be able to adapt a changing engineering environment and facilitate life-long lear ning;
3. knowledge of the fundamentals of mechanics, materials science, thermal sciences, aerodynamics, gas dynamics, propulsion, aerospace structures, and system dynamics and control, as applied to the design, analysis and manufacture of aerospace engineering sy stems;
4. knowledge of basic analytical, numerical and computational techniques representative of those in use in industry/research;
5. experience in engineering practice appropriate for a new graduate;
6. an awareness of the importance of professionalism, ethics and societal and environmental issues as they affect the practice of aerospace engineering;

1. design engineering products using modern integrated design methodologies and product realization processes to meet defined needs;
2. construct mathematical models of aerospace engineering systems and use computational/analytical tools and techniques to predict the performance of such systems;
3. create computer based models of aerospace vehicles and propulsion systems using a range of CAD/CFD tools and use them in the product synthesis/analysis process;
4. use sound engineering judgment when confronted with engineering decision making;
5. is familiar with the evaluation and selection of suitable materials and manufacturing processes;
6. communicate effectively and function in team based environments;