Aerospace Engineering
Since the days of the Wright Brothers, the aerospace engineering field has expanded into a wide variety of applications, including car design, meteorology and even biomedical devices. Ohio State provides students interested in aeronautical and astronautical engineering with a broad range of opportunities.
Recently a large number of current students and graduates from aeronautical and astronautical engineering departments were asked why they chose their field of study. More than 95% gave the same answer: They were fascinated by flight and were interested in airplanes or spacecraft. While this was their primary motivation for beginning a career in engineering, by graduation they had developed a technical interest in aerodynamics, structures, dynamics, propulsion, controls, design or systems.
Courses include topics from basic flow properties to modern computational fluid dynamics, air-breathing and rocket propulsion, satellites, interplanetary vehicles and flight dynamics. Aerospace technology can also be applied to the design of race cars and golf balls!
With a degree in aeronautical and astronautical engineering, you can join a large aerospace company, a general aviation manufacturer, an airline or a government aerospace laboratory or research center. Recent grads have accepted offers from Boeing, Lockheed Martin and NASA.
Meyer Benzakein
Department Chair
benzakein.2 [@osu.edu]
614-292-2691
Degrees Offered
Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering
Master of Science
Doctor of Philosophy