Aerospace Engineering, B.S.E.
College of Engineering and Computing
Prepare for an exciting career when you study the design, construction and science behind the behavior of aircraft, rockets and spacecraft in the state's only undergraduate aerospace engineering program.
Through design and lab work, you’ll gain hands-on, real life experience to become a responsible and innovative aerospace engineer. Gain skills to contribute to the development of next generation of aircraft, satellites and unmanned aerial systems. Specializations include advanced materials, robotics, power electronics systems, digital control systems and more.
Program Highlights
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ABET Accreditation
Be confident you'll be prepared to enter a global workforce with the program's ABET accreditation.
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Undergraduate Research
Study alongside our world-class faculty, and gain research experience in the laboratory.
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Engaging Activities
Join student clubs like the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics and Society of Manufacturing Engineers.
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Authentic Experiences
Develop a solution to an aerospace engineering problem to master techniques for managing, planning and executing projects.
Building Skills
Gain the professional and personal intelligence it takes to have a successful career.
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Computer Modeling
Using simulations to analyze, predict and optimize performance, behavior or outcomes.
Project Management
Organizing and overseeing tasks to achieve specific goals
Analytical Reasoning
Breaking down complex problems or situations to identify patterns, connections and solutions
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Collaboration
Working with others to achieve a common goal or objective
Technical Writing
Creating clear and concise documents, such as manuals or instructions, for technical or scientific topics
Research
Gathering and analyzing information to increase knowledge or solve problems
Using your degree
Make your college experience the foundation for a successful future.
Potential Careers
- Aerodynamic Engineer
- Aeronautical Engineer
- Flight Test Engineer
- Mechanical Engineer
- Aircraft Designer
- Astronautical Engineer
Workplace Settings
- Aerospace
- Entrepreneurship
- Government
- Manufacturing
- Research and Development
The courses were rigorous, but the professors deeply cared for motivated students and their success. The professors' interest, openness and excitement for the topics furthered my curiosity to learn more and improve my skills in and out of the classroom.
