Course Title: Aerospace Structures Studio

Part A: Course Overview

Course Title: Aerospace Structures Studio

Credit Points: 12.00

Terms

Course Code

Campus

Career

School

Learning Mode

Teaching Period(s)

AERO2363

Bundoora Campus

Undergraduate

115H Aerospace, Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering

Face-to-Face

 Sem 1 2006,
Sem 1 2007,
Sem 1 2010,
Sem 1 2011,
Sem 1 2012,
Sem 1 2013

AERO2363

Bundoora Campus

Undergraduate

172H School of Engineering

Face-to-Face

 Sem 2 2017,
Sem 2 2018,
Sem 2 2019,
Sem 2 2020,
Sem 2 2021,
Sem 2 2022,
Sem 2 2023,
Sem 2 2024,
Sem 2 2025

Course Coordinator: A. Prof Akbar Khatibi

Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 9925 6105

Course Coordinator Email: akbar.khatibi@rmit.edu.au

Course Coordinator Location: Bundoora East Campus: Building 251, Level 3, Room 29


Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

Recommended Prior Study
It is recommended to have satisfactorily completed the following course/s before you commence this course:

  • AERO2359 Aerospace Structures (036659)

Alternatively, if you have the equivalent skills and knowledge covered in the above course/s you may be eligible for recognition of prior learning.

Please contact your course coordinator for further details.


Course Description

This course provides study in advanced theory of aircraft structural analysis, building upon the introductory topics covered in previous years. The course includes design and analysis of composite structures, bolted and bonded joints, and other advanced aspects relevant to aerospace structures. Fatigue and fracture mechanics of lightweight structures is covered, and damage tolerance concepts of aerospace structures are discussed. These topics are complemented by studies in computational analysis.

Please note that if you take this course for a bachelor honours program, your overall mark in this course will be one of the course marks that will be used to calculate the weighted average mark (WAM) that will determine your award level.
This applies to students who commence enrolment in a bachelor honours program from 1 January 2016 onwards. See the WAM information web page for more information.(http://www1.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=eyj5c0mo77631)


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 2. Demonstrate a coherent and advanced body of knowledge within the engineering discipline
PLO 3. Demonstrate advanced knowledge of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities, bounds, design practice and research trends of contemporary engineering practice including sustainable practice
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 6. Use a systems engineering approach to synthesize and apply procedures for design, prototyping and testing to manage complex engineering projects.
PLO 7. Apply research principles and methods, taking into account risk and environmental and global context, to plan and execute complex projects.
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.

For more information on the program learning outcomes for your program, please see the program guide.


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

CLO1: Critically evaluate fatigue and fracture behaviour in aerospace structures, integrating advanced theoretical concepts and real-world considerations.
CLO2: Analyse and evaluate the loads, stress distributions, and failure mechanisms in bolted and bonded joints used in aerospace applications.
CLO3: Assess and interpret the damage tolerance of aircraft structural components using advanced analytical and experimental methodologies.
CLO4: Design and optimise composite aerospace structures using advanced engineering principles and appropriate analytical tools.
CLO5: Develop and validate finite element models to solve complex structural problems in aerospace engineering, incorporating a systems engineering approach.
CLO6: Apply systems engineering principles to design, prototype, and test aerospace structures, with consideration of sustainability and environmental impacts.
CLO7: Communicate and justify aerospace structural design solutions effectively through professional reports and presentations tailored to an engineering audience.


Overview of Learning Activities

Learning activities can include viewing pre-recorded lecture videos, in-class quizzes, assignments, tutorials and a final test. Self-directed learning will be achieved through directed problem-solving activities and assignment tasks. Delivery may be face to face, online or a mix of both.

You are encouraged to be proactive and self-directed in your learning, asking questions of your lecturer and/or peers and seeking out information as required, especially from the numerous sources available through the RMIT library, and through links and material specific to this course that is available through myRMIT Studies Course.


Overview of Learning Resources

RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through myRMIT Studies Course.

There are services available to support your learning through the University Library. The Library provides guides on academic referencing and subject specialist help as well as a range of study support services. For further information, please visit the Library page on the RMIT University website and the myRMIT student portal.


Overview of Assessment

Assessment tasks

Assessment Task 1: Quizzes, 10%, CLO1, CLO2, CLO3 and CLO4
Assessment Task 2: Project Mid-semester Assessment, 20%, CLO3, CLO4, CLO5, CLO6 and CLO7
Assessment Task 3: Project End of Sem Assessment, 40%, CLO3, CLO4, CLO5, CLO6 and CLO7
Assessment Task 4: Test, 30%, CLO1, CLO2, CLO3 and CLO4

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.