AE442 Introduction to Rocket Technology

Course Description :
This course provides introductory information for rocket/missile design, development, integration, operational characteristics and problems of full-scale missiles affected by the dynamics of environment. Determination, analysis and processing of missile t rajectory including different flight condition are discussed

Prerequisite(s):
None

Textbook(s) and/or Other Required Material:
Joseph J. Jerger, '' Principles of Guided Missile Design '' D. Van Nostrand Company, 1960.

Course Objectives :
The main objective of this course is to provide students with a comprehensive education that includes in-depth instruction in rocket/missile configurations, design, development, integration, guided missile dynamics, rocket engines, rocket propellants and to prepare the students for careers in A.E. by emphasizing analysis and problem solving; exposure to open-ended problems and design issues including manufacturing, design, teamwork, communication skills and individual professionalism.

Topics Covered:
1. Introductory Information for rocket/Missile Design - 1 Week
2. Rocket/Missile Development, Integration - 1.5 Weeks
3. Operational Characteristics - 1.5 Weeks
4. Problems of full-scale missiles affected by the dynamics of environment - 2 Weeks
5. Guided missile dynamics - 1 Week
6. Determination, analysis and processing of missile trajectory including different flight condition - 2 Weeks
7. Rocket Engines - 1 Week
8. Rocket Propellants - 1 Week
7. Discussion - 1 Week

Class/Laboratory Schedule:
The course has three lecture hours and no laboratory sessions. The duration of each lecture hour is 50 minutes.

Homework, Quizzes and Projects:
Regular homework will be given .
No quizzes will be given.
No projects will be assigned.

Computer Usage: Homework will require computer applications.
Laboratory Work: None

Contribution of Course to Meeting the Professional Component:
Mathematics and Basic Sciences: None
Engineering Design: 3 credits
Engineering Sciences: None
Humanities and Social Sciences: None

Relationship of Course to Program Objectives:
The course intends to satisfy the first, second, fourth, fifth and sixth objectives of the Department of Aerospace Engineering.

Prepared By:
Erk İNGER
12-03-1999