Program Overview

Aerospace Engineering Program

The Aerospace Engineering program at San José State University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in the field of aerospace engineering. The program is offered through the Charles W. Davidson College of Engineering.

Program Overview

The program aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the aerospace industry. The curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including mathematics, science, and engineering principles.

Program Outcomes

BSAE graduates are expected to have the following outcomes:

• Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex aerospace engineering problems through application of mathematics, science, and engineering principles.
• Ability to design aerospace vehicles that meet specified requirements and subject to public health, safety and welfare, global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic constraints.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, considering the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
• Ability to function effectively on a team, whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
• Ability to design and conduct appropriate experiments, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
• Ability to acquire knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering (BSAE)

The BSAE program provides students with a comprehensive education in aerospace engineering. The program includes coursework in:

• Mathematics
• Science
• Engineering principles
• Aerospace engineering topics

Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering (MSAE)

The MSAE program is designed for students who wish to pursue advanced studies in aerospace engineering. The program includes coursework in:

• Advanced aerospace engineering topics
• Research methods
• Thesis or project work

Minor in Aerospace Engineering

The minor in aerospace engineering is designed for students who wish to pursue a secondary field of study in aerospace engineering. The program includes coursework in:

• Introduction to aerospace engineering
• Aerospace engineering topics

Research Areas

The Aerospace Engineering department at San José State University is involved in a variety of research areas, including:

• Aerospace structures
• Flight control systems
• Space systems engineering
• Aircraft design

Faculty and Staff

The Aerospace Engineering department has a diverse faculty and staff with expertise in various areas of aerospace engineering. The faculty includes:

• Tenure/tenure-track faculty
• Adjunct faculty
• Staff

Student Resources

The Aerospace Engineering department provides students with a variety of resources, including:

• Student clubs
• Scholarships
• Tutoring
• Building access
• CPT/OPT resources
• Engineering room 164 lab hours
• Forms
• Full-time job opportunities
• Graduation application
• Internships/part-time jobs
• Publications

Alumni

The Aerospace Engineering department has a strong alumni network, with graduates working in various industries and fields. The department recognizes alumni achievements through awards and news updates.