Aerospace Design I
AEROSPACE DESIGN I presents design philosophy and applies elementary mechanics and engineering knowledge to solve design problems.
Summary
Lectures are mid-sized, with a median of 37 enrolled students in the recorded sections.
What you’ll be able to do
Navigate the design process through a group design project to include defining the problem, generating concepts, analyzing the design, and defining the manufacturing methods
Apply fundamentals from their aerospace engineering coursework to analyze, guide, and modify their designs
Gain proficiency in Computer Aided Drafting software and a familiarity with tools in the machine shop
Demonstrate a professional level of communication (written, graphical/drawing and verbal) and presentation skills with clients, instructors, and peers
Source: UW Guide
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Prerequisites
Course map(E M A 202 or M E 240),M E/E M A 307, senior standing, and declared in Engineering Mechanics BS or Aerospace Engineering BS
- EMA 202
- M E 240
- EMA/ME 307
- senior standing
- declared in Engineering Mechanics BS or Aerospace Engineering BS
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- EMA 202
- M E 240
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- senior standing
- declared in Engineering Mechanics BS or Aerospace Engineering BS
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Student experience
the class
The design philosophy is presented. Apply knowledge of elementary mechanics, engineering and basic science to arrive at acceptable solutions to a variety of design problems. Was E M A 469 prior to Fall 2026.
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Topics
- Design philosophy
- Application of elementary mechanics, engineering, and basic science to design problems
- Group design projects covering problem definition, concept generation, analysis, and manufacturing methods
Skills
- Navigating the design process including problem definition, concept generation, analysis, and manufacturing methods.
- Proficiency in Computer Aided Drafting software and familiarity with machine shop tools.
- Professional written, graphical, and verbal communication and presentation skills.
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