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Jun 13, 2026
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2026-2027 University Catalog
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AAE 33700 - Aerospace Propulsion Foundations
Credit Hours: 3.00. This course applies the foundational principles of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics to propulsion systems. Students will develop a deeper understanding of these fundamental concepts as they are applied to both airbreathing and rocket propulsion systems.
Learning Outcomes
1. Model isentropic flow, normal shock waves, and flow with heat addition or friction, particularly in the context of inlets, nozzles, and combustors.
2. Calculate adiabatic flame temperatures, analyze equilibrium combustion using chemical equilibrium constants, and explain the role of combustion in both airbreathing and rocket engines.
3. Apply thermodynamic principles such as enthalpy and isentropic efficiency to analyze system performance of turbojets, turbofans, ramjets, and turboprops engines.
4. Model the performance of solid and liquid rocket engines using simplified models.
5. Use principles of conduction and convection to analyze thermal problems related to propulsion systems.
Credit Hours: 3.00
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