AERO 102 General Aviation (3)
Fundamentals of aerodynamics and principles of flight. Introduction to power systems and instrumentation. Air navigation, interpretation of weather data, uses of flight computer, subjects covered in the private pilot's examination. Past, present and future of general aviation and its implications on society. Not acceptable as a technical elective for engineering students. Not open for technical credit to Aeronautical Engineering students. 3 lectures.
AERO 121 Aerospace Fundamentals (1)
Introduction to the engineering profession including the aeronautical and aerospace fields. Engineering approach to problem-solving and analysis of data obtained from experiments. Basic nomenclature and design criteria used in the aerospace industry. Applications to basic problems in the field. Miscellaneous course fee may be requiredsee Class Schedule. 1 laboratory.
AERO 200 Special Problems for Undergraduates (1-2)
Individual investigation, research, studies, or surveys of selected problems. Total credit limited to 4 units, with a maximum of 2 units per quarter. Prerequisite: Consent of department head.
AERO 210 History of Aviation (3) GEB F.2.
History of technological innovations which led to modern aviation. People and circumstances that contributed to the major breakthroughs in aeronautics and astronautics. Impact of aviation on society. Discussion of current events in aviation. 3 lectures.
AERO 215 Aerospace Engineering Analysis I (2)
Introduction to problem solving techniques in aerospace engineering using digital computers. Primary emphasis on the solution of problems in aerodynamics, aerospace structures, performance, stability and control, and astronautics. 2 laboratories. Prerequisite: CSC 251, MATH 143.
AERO 240 Additional Engineering Laboratory (1-2) (CR/NC)
Total credit limited to four units, with not more than two units in any one quarter. Credit/No Credit grading. 1 or 2 laboratories.