About the Program
Explore aerodynamics, astrodynamics, propulsion, flight mechanics, systems engineering, and aerospace vehicle design—literal rocket science and more! Gain hands-on experience through industry-simulated projects, research, and internships. With focuses in aeronautics and astronautics, you'll graduate ready to launch your dream aerospace career.
The Polytechnic Experience
Design and build satellites, test in sub- and supersonic wind tunnels, fly unmanned air vehicles, launch rockets, and more in our ten labs. Showcase your designs and compete before industry leaders like NASA and JPL. You won’t just study flight or rockets—you’ll demonstrate them using state-of-the-art tools and equipment.
Career Outcomes
Program Emphasis
Courses
×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog's Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering aims to produce nationally recognized graduates who contribute to advancements in national defense, space exploration, commercial aerospace, and academia. It emphasizes hands-on education, preparing students to excel in designing and developing complex engineering systems for high-speed vehicles, including aircraft, missiles, and spacecraft. Graduates will demonstrate proficiency in areas such as aerodynamics, propulsion, and systems engineering while fostering innovation, leadership, and ethical professionalism.
Professor, Aerospace Engineering, College of Science
Ali Ahmadi
Dr. Ali Ahmadi received his B.S. in Aerospace Engineering from ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog and a Ph.D. from MIT. He has taught 15 Aerospace courses, conducted research with NASA and the US Air Force, and received teaching awards from Northrop Grumman and Lockheed Martin. He also directs the Subsonic Wind Tunnel and Supersonic Wind Tunnel Lab at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.
Beyond the Classroom Walls
Liquid Rocket Lab
The Liquid Rocket Laboratory was established for the advancement and training of students in aerospace rocketry. Students lead and gain experience in the design, manufacture, testing and launch of various rocket projects, which sets them apart and gives them a competitive advantage as they ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog for jobs in the aerospace industry.
Accreditation
The Aerospace Engineering Department offers an Aerospace Engineering program leading to a Bachelor of Science degree.
The Aerospace Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, , under the General Criteria and the Program Criteria for Aerospace and Similarly Named Engineering Programs.
For more information, please visit our program accreditation page.