Course Title: Flight Mechanics

Part A: Course Overview

Course Title: Flight Mechanics

Credit Points: 12.00

Terms

Course Code	Campus	Career	School	Learning Mode	Teaching Period(s)
AERO2356	City Campus	Undergraduate	115H Aerospace, Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering	Face-to-Face	Sem 2 2006, Sem 2 2007, Sem 2 2008, Sem 2 2009, Sem 2 2010, Sem 2 2011, Sem 2 2012, Sem 2 2013, Sem 2 2014, Sem 2 2015, Sem 2 2016
AERO2356	City Campus	Undergraduate	172H School of Engineering	Face-to-Face	Sem 2 2017, Sem 2 2019, Sem 2 2020, Sem 2 2021, Sem 2 2022, Sem 2 2023, Sem 2 2024, Sem 2 2025

Course Coordinator: Dr Anna Bourmistrova

Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 9925 8081

Course Coordinator Email: anna.bourmistrova@rmit.edu.au

Course Coordinator Location: B251.02.031

Course Coordinator Availability: by appointment

Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

None

Course Description

This course follows on from the study of Dynamics and Introduction to Aerodynamics, and introduces concepts and application of aircraft flight mechanics. The governing equations for aircraft flight stability and control are presented, and used to analyse the flight performance of aircraft in different situations. Analysis of a range of aerodynamic problems relevant to aircraft is covered using analytical and numerical techniques.

Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development

This course contributes to the program learning outcomes for the following programs:

BH078P23 - Bachelor of Engineering (Aerospace Engineering) (Honours)

BH082AEH23 - Bachelor of Engineering (Aerospace Engineering) (Honours) / Bachelor of Business

PLO 1. Demonstrate a coherent and advanced understanding of scientific theories, principles and concepts and engineering fundamentals within the engineering discipline​
PLO 2. Demonstrate a coherent and advanced body of knowledge within the engineering discipline
PLO 4. Apply knowledge of established engineering methods to the solution of complex problems in the engineering discipline
PLO 5. Utilise mathematics, software, tools and techniques, referencing appropriate engineering standards and codes of practice, in the design of complex engineering systems
PLO 8. Communicate engineering designs and solutions respectfully and effectively, employing a range of advanced communication methods, in an individual or team environment, to diverse audiences.​​
PLO 10. Critically analyse, evaluate, and transform information, while exercising professional judgement, in an engineering context.
PLO 11. Collaborate and contribute as an effective team member or leader in diverse, multi-disciplinary teams, with commitment to First Nations peoples and/or globally inclusive perspectives and participation in an engineering context.​

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

CLO1 Apply advanced knowledge of frames of reference and rotational matrices to analyse aircraft motion and orientation
CLO2 Critically analyse the aerodynamic characteristics of idealised representations of aircraft components and systems, applying aerodynamic principles
CLO3 Derive and apply the aircraft flight mechanics equations to analyse the flight performance of aircraft in different situations
CLO4 Identify limitations of the aerodynamics and flight mechanics principles and equations as applied to aircraft
CLO5 Derive and analyse principles of longitudinal and lateral static stability, longitudinal derivatives, lateral derivatives and equations of motion and linearisation
CLO6 Communicate complex solutions and analyses related to flight mechanics through detailed reports and presentations
CLO7 Critically reflect on personal professional behaviours and independent contributions to team project processes and outcomes

Overview of Learning Activities

Learning activities will include lectorials, tutorials, assignments and on-line quizzes.

Overview of Learning Resources

Course-related resources will be provided on the course Canvas site, which is accessed through myRMIT. This material includes pre-recorded lectures, course notes, sample problem sheets and solutions, and reading lists.

Overview of Assessment

Assessment Task 1: Quizzes (individual), 20%, CLO1, CLO2, CLO3 and CLO4
Assessment Task 2: Assignment 1 (individual) and Assignment 2 (group), 30%, CLO1, CLO2, CLO3, CLO4, CLO5, CLO6 and CLO7
Assessment Task 3: Portfolio, 10%, CLO1, CLO2, CLO3, CLO4, CLO5 and CLO6
Assessment Task 4: Final Assignment (individual), 40%, CLO1, CLO2, CLO3, CLO4, CLO5 and CLO6

If you have a long-term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.