• MAE 6430: Boundary Layer Theory and Convection Heat Transfer

  3.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  Derivation of the boundary layer equations. Exact, approximate, and numerical solution techniques. Boundary layers in compressible flow. Separation. Unsteady boundary layers. Stability and transition. Turbulent boundary layers. Integral, differential, and numerical methods for solving problems associated with transfer of heat in a viscous fluid. Prerequisites: MAE 3440, 6410.
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• MAE 6440: Advanced Computational Fluid Dynamics

  3.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  Advanced topics in computational fluid dynamics using the finite-volume method, compressible flow algorithms including body-fitted nonorthogonal grids, linear solvers, turbulence modeling, and parallel computing. Includes extensive code development. Prerequisite: MAE 5420 or MAE 6410.
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• MAE 6450: Thermodynamics

  3.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  Topics in classical and statistical thermodynamics, including distribution functions, free molecular flow, electron and photon gas modeling, derived properties of solids, and thermodynamic applications in areas of current research interest. Prerequisite/Restriction: MAE 3440
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• MAE 6460: Conduction and Radiation Heat Transfer

  3.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  This course covers integral, differential, and numerical methods for solving engineering problems associated with the diffusion of heat in a rigid solid, in addition to radiation theory and applications. Prerequisite/Restriction: MAE 3440.
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• MAE 6490: Turbulence

  3.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  Fundamentals of turbulent fluid flow, with emphasis on providing student with sufficient physical and mathematical background to critically evaluate current literature and make original research contributions. Topics include stochastic tools, the governing equations, transition to turbulence, isotropic turbulence, measurement techniques, and free and wall bounded turbulent shear flows. Prerequisite/Restriction: MAE 6410 or permission of instructor.
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• MAE 6500: Potential Flow

  3.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  Inviscid, irrotational fluid flow with emphasis on aircraft analysis and design. Exact solutions with complex variables and conformal mapping; perturbation methods; singularity elements and influence coefficients; lifting-line method; numerical vortex lattice method; numerical panel methods; and software design and development. Prerequisite/Restriction: MAE 5500.
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• MAE 6510: Aircraft Dynamics and Flight Simulation

  3.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  Aircraft control and maneuverability, control response and transfer functions, nonlinear dynamics with gyroscopic and aerodynamic coupling, Euler angle formulations, direction cosine formulation, quaternion formulation, numerical integration methods, software design and development. Prerequisite/Restriction: MAE 5510.
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• MAE 6530: Propulsion Systems

  3.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  Fundamentals of turbine and rocket propulsion, including nozzle theory and thermodynamic relations, combustion processes, and flight performance. Rocket propulsion topics, including solid, liquid, and hybrid rocket engines; and advanced engine concepts. Turbine engine propulsion systems, including turbojets, turbofans, afterburners, and advanced unducted fan concepts. Prerequisite: MAE 5420.
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• MAE 6540: Advanced Astrodynamics

  3.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  Advanced topics in astrodynamics to include: general and special perturbations, universal variables, methods of orbit determination, Lambert's theorem, the restricted three-body problem, and space mission planning. Prerequisite: MAE 5560.
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• MAE 6550: Advanced Structural Analysis

  3.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  Explores advanced structures in modern civil, mechanical, and aerospace systems. Emphasizes concepts through problem solving, and fosters an in-depth understanding of the subject. Provides understanding of the fundamental principles to analyze and design advanced structures. Prerequisite: MAE 6040.
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