Aerospace Engineering - Ph.D.
Kent State University
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Campus location
Kent, USA
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Study format
On-Campus
Duration
5 years
Pace
Full time
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Introduction
Aerospace Engineering - Ph.D.
The Ph.D. degree in Aerospace Engineering provides an advanced theoretical and/or research-oriented curriculum with significant depth in aerospace-specific disciplines, beyond the general fundamentals of the engineering bachelor’s degree.
Admissions
Curriculum
Major requirements
- Graduate Seminar (Taken Three Times)
Engineering-Focus Electives, choose from the following:
- Orbital Mechanics
- Spacecraft Attitude Dynamics, Determination and Control
- Optimal Control Theory
Dynamics and Control
- Linear System Analysis and Control
- Nonlinear Systems and Control
- Digital Control Systems
- Autonomous Unmanned Aerial Systems
Structure and Materials
- Strength of Materials for Engineers
- Materials Selection in Design and Applications
- Introduction to Finite Element Method and Applications
Systems and Design
- Spacecraft Design
- Intelligent Sensing and Planning of Unmanned Aerial Systems
Program Outcome
Graduates of this program will be able to:
- Conduct literature searches, comprehend advanced research materials and uncover connections between related work.
- Perform research, discovery and integration by applying advanced knowledge of aerospace engineering.
- Communicate clearly problems and solutions in aerospace engineering, both verbally and in writing.