University General Course Catalog 2025-2026 (DRAFT) 
    
    Dec 23, 2024  
University General Course Catalog 2025-2026 (DRAFT)
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AE 345 - Flight Mechanics

(3 units)
Basics of airplane flight including climb, cruise, takeoff, and landing. Introduces orbital mechanics, orbit determination, and spacecraft maneuvers. 

Maximum units a student may earn: 3

Prerequisite(s): MATH 285  with a “C” or better; Corequisite(s): AE 381  

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Spring

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
2. acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.


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