Unit information: Applied Aerodynamics in 2012/13

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Unit name Applied Aerodynamics
Unit code AENGM1100
Credit points 10
Level of study M/7
Teaching block(s) Teaching Block 2 (weeks 13 - 24)
Unit director Dr. Theunissen
Open unit status Not open
Pre-requisites

None
Co-requisites

None
School/department Department of Aerospace Engineering
Faculty Faculty of Engineering

Description including Unit Aims

The aim of this unit is to provide a Masters-level understanding of the engineering applications of aerodynamics theory. Upon successful completion of the unit the student will:

  • have an appreciation of the wide-ranging applications of aerodynamic theory in engineering
  • understand the aerodynamic considerations underlying the design of modern civil and military aircraft wings, road vehicles and race cars, horizontal axis wind turbines and high performance sailing vessels.

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