Minor in Aeronautics
This minor provides foundational knowledge in aerospace engineering with an emphasis on aeronautics. Students explore the principles of aircraft performance, aerodynamics, propulsion, and flight systems, gaining an understanding of how engineering concepts are applied to the design, analysis, and operation of air vehicles.
Some majors may not be eligible to pair with this minor. See the Minor Restrictions list for details.
Prescott Minor Requirements
| AERO 301 | Aerodynamics I | 3 |
| AERO 302 | Aerodynamics II | 3 |
| AERO 314 | Experimental Aerodynamics | 1 |
| AERO 314L | Experimental Aerodynamics Laboratory | 1 |
| AERO 423 | Airplane Stability, Dynamics, and Control | 3 |
| ESCI 206 | Fluid Mechanics | 3 |
| Choose One of the Following: | 3 | |
| Aircraft Flight Mechanics and Performance | ||
| Advanced Experimental Aerodynamics | ||
| In-Flight Laboratory | ||
| Fundamentals of Wind Energy | ||
| Aerodynamics of the Helicopter | ||
| Airbreathing and Rocket Propulsion | ||
| Total Credits | 17 | |