AEROSPACE ENGINEERING

Undergraduate Program – B.Tech Aerospace Engineering

The Aerospace Engineering curriculum encompasses theory and practical courses from Humanities & Social Sciences, Management, Basic Science Courses, Engineering Science courses and Professional Core Courses. Open electives enable the students to learn programming skills / interdisciplinary courses on emerging areas of interest. The summer internship and project work facilitate the graduates to apply their domain knowledge and practical skills to obtain realistic solutions for problems in the aerospace and allied industries.

The general program structure is as below :

S.No Category Credits
1 Humanities & Social Sciences Including Management Courses 10
2 Basic Science Courses 27
3 Engineering Science courses 24
4 Professional Core Courses 58
5 Project work, seminar and internship in industry or appropriate work place/ academic and research institutions in India/abroad 15
6 Professional Elective Courses relevant to chosen specialization/branch 17
7 Open subjects- Elective from other technical and / or emerging Courses 9
8 Mandatory Courses [Environmental Studies, Induction Program, Indian Constitution, Value Education, Etc.] Non-Credit
Total Credit 160

Eligibility criteria for admission :

Passed 10+2 examination with Physics / Mathematics / Chemistry / Computer Science / Electronics / Information Technology / Biology / Informatics Practices / Biotechnology / Technical Vocational Subject / Agriculture / Engineering Graphics / Business Studies / Entrepreneurship (any of the three) with a minimum marks in the above subjects taken together as per AICTE norms.

b) Lateral Entry (subject to availability) : Passed Minimum THREE years / TWO years (Lateral Entry) Diploma examination with at least 50% marks in ANY branch of Engineering and Technology.(or)Passed B.Sc. Degree from a recognized University as defined by UGC, with at least 50% marks and passed 10+2 examination with Mathematics as a subject.(or)Passed D.Voc. Stream in the same or allied sector.

  • PEO I:To develop the ability to demonstrate knowledge and reasoning in core areas of aerospace engineering with expertise in research, design, modeling and analysis tools.
  • PEO II:To impart innovative professional skills to recognize problems, formulate, analyze and propose optimal solutions.
  • PEO III:To cultivate proficiency in effective team work and attain strategic leadership positions in aerospace and allied domains.

Graduates will have ability to:

  1. Engineering knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering problems.
  2. Problem analysis: Identify, formulate, review research literature, and analyze complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering sciences.
  3. Design/development of solutions: Design solutions for complex engineering problems and design system components or processes that meet the specified needs with appropriate consideration for the public health and safety, and the cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.
  4. Conduct investigations of complex problems: Use research-based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of the information to provide valid conclusions.
  5. Modern tool usage: Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools including prediction and modeling to complex engineering activities with an understanding of the limitations.
  6. The engineer and society: Apply reasoning informed by the contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to the professional engineering practice.
  7. Environment and sustainability: Understand the impact of the professional engineering solutions in societal and environmental contexts, and demonstrate the knowledge of, and need for sustainable development.
  8. Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of the engineering practice.
  9. Individual and team work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams, and in multidisciplinary settings.
  10. Communication: Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, such as, being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.
  11. Project management and finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the engineering and management principles and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments.
  12. Life-long learning: Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of technological change.
  • PSO1:Understand aeronautical and space systems components and thereby perform aerodynamic, structural and propulsion system design, analysis, simulation and testing.
  • PSO 2:Pursue advanced studies, internships and collaborative research in aerospace engineering at national and international institutions.

Postgraduate Program – M.Tech Aerospace Engineering

M.Tech Aerospace engineering at Karunya is an industry-driven program aligned with the latest and future technologies of Aerospace Industry 4.0 & Digital Aviation. The outstanding infrastructure with state-of-the-art laboratories coupled with a flexible curriculum that emphasizes experiential learning from core industries through internships and live projects equip the students with a unique blend of academics and industrial experience.

S.No Category Credits
1 Professional Core Courses 25
2 Professional Elective Courses 15
3 Open subjects- Elective from other departments and / or emerging Courses 3
4 Mini Project / Industrial Training 2
5 Project Phase I & II 23
6 Mandatory / Audit Courses Non-Credit
Total Credit 68

Eligibility criteria for admission :

B.E. / B.Tech. in Aerospace Engineering / Aeronautical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering or Equivalent with a minimum of 50% in the qualifying examinations from a recognized University / Institution.

ADMSSIONS 2021-22 OPEN

Registration link : https://eduserve.karunya.edu/online/admissions/eoi.aspx

Research Program – Ph.D Aerospace Engineering

The Department of Aerospace Engineering offers both full time and part time Ph.D programs in all major areas of Aerospace Engineering and inter-disciplinary domains. Research activities are carried out with focus on the thrust areas of the university namely, Food, Water, Energy and Healthcare. The specific domains of research carried out in the department includes but not limited to :

  • Computational & Experimental Aerodynamics
  • Ignition delay studies on Rocket Engine fuels
  • Aircraft Structural Analysis
  • Trajectory Optimization for Low Earth orbits
  • Polymer and Metal Matrix composites
  • Ascent and Re-entry studies of space vehicles
  • Unmanned Aircraft Systems for societal applications