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SESA2022 2026-27
Aerodynamics
In this module the fundamental concepts of aerodynamics are introduced. The main focus is on inviscid, incompressible flow, but, viscous effects will also be covered. Finally, static stability of an aircraft is introduced. The lectures are complemented by laboratory sessions with relevance to the taught material. -
SESA2022 2027-28
Aerodynamics
In this module the fundamental concepts of aerodynamics are introduced. The main focus is on inviscid, incompressible flow, but, viscous effects will also be covered. Finally, static stability of an aircraft is introduced. The lectures are complemented by laboratory sessions with relevance to the taught material. -
SESA6077 2028-29
Aeroelasticity
This module concerns structural dynamics and aeroelastic phenomena that can result in dangerous static and dynamic deformations and instabilities, particularly relevant in the design of modern aircraft and space vehicles. It builds on basic knowledge on free vibration modes of aircraft structures, continuous and multi-degrees of freedom systems, and variational principles in dynamics, introducing students to the concepts and tools used in unsteady aerodynamics. It is intended that the student will become familiar with the important issues and philosophies associated with aeroelastic stability and response, will become conversant in the terminology of aero-servo-elasticity, and will achieve a working understanding of these issues applied to various aeronautical systems. Finally, the student will acquire a solid knowledge and practical skills using professional software tools currently adopted by large aerospace industries.
Pre-requisite module/s: Students who have joined Southampton should possess equivalent knowledge of SESA2022 and SESA3026 -
SESA6077 2029-30
Aeroelasticity
This module concerns structural dynamics and aeroelastic phenomena that can result in dangerous static and dynamic deformations and instabilities, particularly relevant in the design of modern aircraft and space vehicles. It builds on basic knowledge on free vibration modes of aircraft structures, continuous and multi-degrees of freedom systems, and variational principles in dynamics, introducing students to the concepts and tools used in unsteady aerodynamics. It is intended that the student will become familiar with the important issues and philosophies associated with aeroelastic stability and response, will become conversant in the terminology of aero-servo-elasticity, and will achieve a working understanding of these issues applied to various aeronautical systems. Finally, the student will acquire a solid knowledge and practical skills using professional software tools currently adopted by large aerospace industries.
Pre-requisite module/s: Students who have joined Southampton should possess equivalent knowledge of SESA2022 and SESA3026 -
SESA3030 2027-28
Aerospace Control Design
This module builds on the student’s understanding of mechanics and dynamics to develop an understanding of feedback control systems and the parameters that influence their stability and performance. The module covers time and frequency domain analysis of dynamic systems and considers both Laplace and state-space system representations. Starting with a review of general linear systems theory, the ideas of dynamic and static stability are developed. The relationship between system poles (or eigenvalues) and performance and stability are described and used to determine system responses to control inputs. The design of feedback control systems is then introduced together with the ideas of disturbance rejection, multivariable systems and design tradeoffs.
The lectures are complemented by a set of in-depth design examples in which the techniques presented in the course material are used to solve real problems. Regular coursework is used to provide formative and summative assessment and Matlab examples and problems used to develop application skills. -
SESA3030 2028-29
Aerospace Control Design
This module builds on the student’s understanding of mechanics and dynamics to develop an understanding of feedback control systems and the parameters that influence their stability and performance. The module covers time and frequency domain analysis of dynamic systems and considers both Laplace and state-space system representations. Starting with a review of general linear systems theory, the ideas of dynamic and static stability are developed. The relationship between system poles (or eigenvalues) and performance and stability are described and used to determine system responses to control inputs. The design of feedback control systems is then introduced together with the ideas of disturbance rejection, multivariable systems and design tradeoffs.
The lectures are complemented by a set of in-depth design examples in which the techniques presented in the course material are used to solve real problems. Regular coursework is used to provide formative and summative assessment and Matlab examples and problems used to develop application skills. -
SESA1020 2025-26
Aerospace Electronics
All modern aerospace systems rely upon electronic and mechatronic subsystems to sense, process and respond to their environment.
Aerospace engineers need to be able to use a range of technologies and theory to design these responsive systems which address complex engineering problems.
In this module you will apply the theory of electronic circuits, transducers and control systems from your lectures to solve complex engineering problems in a range of practical laboratory and group design exercises.
This module will help you become proficient in designing, building and testing electronic instrumentation and control systems, which you will apply to engineering tasks throughout your degree and beyond. -
SESA1020 2026-27
Aerospace Electronics
All modern aerospace systems rely upon electronic and mechatronic subsystems to sense, process and respond to their environment.
Aerospace engineers need to be able to use a range of technologies and theory to design these responsive systems which address complex engineering problems.
In this module you will apply the theory of electronic circuits, transducers and control systems from your lectures to solve complex engineering problems in a range of practical laboratory and group design exercises.
This module will help you become proficient in designing, building and testing electronic instrumentation and control systems, which you will apply to engineering tasks throughout your degree and beyond. -
SESA1019 2025-26
Aerospace Materials
This first-year module introduces the physical origins and properties of materials and explores how these properties govern their selection in aerospace engineering applications. A variety of materials will be studied, including metals and alloys, high-temperature materials, ceramics, composites, and advanced emerging materials such as self-healing materials, smart materials, and metamaterials.
The module establishes a foundational understanding of aerospace materials, forming the basis for subsequent topics in key modules like Statics and Dynamics, Aerospace Structures, and Aircraft/Spacecraft Structural Design. The focus is on linking material properties to their practical applications in aerospace components, providing a foundation for tackling complex aerospace design and structural challenges. -
SESA1019 2026-27
Aerospace Materials
This first-year module introduces the physical origins and properties of materials and explores how these properties govern their selection in aerospace engineering applications. A variety of materials will be studied, including metals and alloys, high-temperature materials, ceramics, composites, and advanced emerging materials such as self-healing materials, smart materials, and metamaterials.
The module establishes a foundational understanding of aerospace materials, forming the basis for subsequent topics in key modules like Statics and Dynamics, Aerospace Structures, and Aircraft/Spacecraft Structural Design. The focus is on linking material properties to their practical applications in aerospace components, providing a foundation for tackling complex aerospace design and structural challenges.