Bacharelado em Engenharia Aeroespacial

The bachelor of science degree in Aerospace Engineering is designed primarily for those interested in the analysis, design, and operation of aircraft and space vehicles and who are interested in becoming the next generation of innovative aerospace engineers and leaders in an ever-evolving, critical industry.

Through a combination of comprehensive coursework and extensive hands-on experience, students learn the theories and practices of the fundamental subjects of aerospace engineering:

Aeronautics

Astronautics

Aerodynamics and fluid dynamics

Aerospace materials and structures

Dynamics and control

Aircraft stability and control and/or orbital and attitude dynamics and control

Air-breathing and rocket propulsion

Aircraft systems design and/or spacecraft systems design

Project-based activities emphasize the development and use of teamwork and communications skills for effective problem-solving.

The Penn State Department of Aerospace Engineering, established in 1961 and the only aerospace engineering department in Pennsylvania, is consistently recognized as one of the top aerospace engineering departments in the nation. The department is also an international leader in aerospace education, research, and engagement.

The department is built upon the fundamentals of academic integrity, innovation in research, and commitment to the advancement of the industry. Through an innovative curriculum and world-class instruction that reflects current industry practice and embraces future trends, Penn State Aerospace Engineering students develop professional excellence, engineering thinking, and deep technical knowledge in the core disciplines and integrative systems.