B.Tech Aerospace Engineering Syllabus and Subjects

The B.Tech Aerospace Engineering syllabus includes introductory sciences, core technical, and elective courses such as interdisciplinary or domain-specific courses. In the first year of BTech Aerospace Engineering, students learn the core subjects, while from the second year onwards, they move towards specialized and elective subjects. As a part of the program, students receive industrial training. To make them job-ready once they pass out, they are also trained on soft skills and aptitude development. Essential subjects in this field are aircraft propulsion, aerodynamics, gas dynamics, etc.

Semester Wise B.Tech Aerospace Engineering Syllabus

The BTech Aerospace Engineering syllabus is divided into eight semesters over four years. Students study core subjects in the first year. The second-year dives deep into the core and elective subjects. The B.Tech Aerospace Engineering course also focuses on practical learning through projects and internships. Listed below is the semester wise syllabus:

B.Tech Aerospace Engineering First Year Subjects

Semester Ⅰ	Semester Ⅱ
Calculus	Vector Calculus and Ordinary Differential Equations
Physics	Physics
Chemistry	Materials Science and Metallurgy
Basic Electrical Engineering	Basic Electronics Engineering
Communication Skills	Engineering Graphics
Physics Lab	Basic Electrical and Electronics Engineering Lab
Environmental Science and Engineering	Computer Programming and Applications
Basic Engineering Lab	Chemistry Lab

B.Tech Aerospace Engineering Second Year Subjects

Semester Ⅲ	Semester Ⅳ
Linear Algebra, Complex Analysis and Fourier Series	Integral Transforms, PDE, and Calculus of Variations
Engineering Thermodynamics	Aerodynamics
Elective	Heat Transfer
Fluid Mechanics	Applied Dynamics and Vibration
Materials Processing Techniques	Machining Science and Technology
Introduction to Economics	Introduction to Social Science and Ethics
Strength of Materials Lab	Elective
Introduction to Machine Elements and Drawing	Metrology and Computer-Aided Inspection

 

B.Tech Aerospace Engineering Third Year Subjects

Semester Ⅴ	Semester Ⅵ
Probability, Statistics, and Numerical Methods	Air-Breathing Propulsion
Elective	Aerospace Structures
Atmospheric Flight Mechanics	Principles of Management Systems
Spaceflight Mechanics	Elective
Automatic Control	Modelling and Analysis Lab
Aerodynamics Lab	Heat Transfer
Manufacturing Processes Lab	Theory of Vibration
Theory of Elasticity	Engineering Mathematics

B.Tech Aerospace Engineering Fourth Year Subjects

Semester Ⅶ	Semester Ⅷ
Rocket Propulsion	Computational Fluid Dynamics
Aerospace Vehicle Design	Elective
Elective	Aircraft Design
Instrumentation and Control Systems	Aircraft System and Instrumentation
Rocket Missiles	Project Submission
Summer Internship and Training	Comprehension Viva-voce

B.Tech Aerospace Engineering Subjects

B.Tech Aerospace Engineering subjects are of two kinds: core and elective. Along with the subjects, internship and project submission are a part of the syllabus. This course's learning is achieved through group discussions and presentations prepared by the student, aero-modelling workshops, and guest lectures by experts from industry/academic institutions. Listed below are the core and the elective subjects:

B.Tech Aerospace Engineering Core Subjects:

• Gas Dynamics
• Propulsion
• Elements of Aeronautics
• Basic Thermodynamics
• Fluid Mechanics
• Computer of Programming
• Avionics
• Heat Transfer
• Aircraft Design
• Basic Strength of Materials

B.Tech Aerospace Engineering Lab Subjects:

• Manufacturing Processes Lab
• Aerodynamics Lab
• Modelling and Analysis Lab
• Strength of Materials Lab
• Introduction to Machine Elements and Drawing Lab
• Basic Engineering Lab
• Chemistry Lab

B.Tech Aerospace Engineering Elective Subjects:

• Applied Aerodynamics
• Structural Dynamics and Aeroelasticity
• Computational Fluid Dynamic
• Experimental Aerodynamics
• Fracture Mechanics
• Solar Thermal Energy
• Boundary-Layer Theory
• Introduction to Robotics
• Space Mission Design and Optimization
• Refrigeration and Cryogenics
• Elastic Wave Propagation in Solids

B.Tech Aerospace Engineering Course Structure

B.Tech Aerospace Engineering syllabus focuses on building holistic learning of aerospace engineering. In the first year, subjects are similar to what the aspirants study in Class 12. From the second-year, specialised core subjects and electives are introduced. The course structure includes projects, presentations, writing research papers, viva, etc. The course structure includes:

• Core and Elective Subjects
• Ⅳ Semesters
• Projects
• Research Papers
• Surveys
• Seminars
• Practicals
• Thesis Writing

B.Tech Aerospace Engineering Teaching Methodology and Techniques

The teaching methodology can be very different for B.Tech Aerospace Engineering. This teaching methodology helps in building a comprehensive understanding of aeronautics. Through this methodology, students can understand the world of aircraft design, fluid mechanics, avionics etc. Some teaching methodology used by colleges are:

• Discussions 
• Field trips
• Practical learnings
• Problem-based 
• Projects
• E-learning
• Co-curricular activities
• Lectures

B.Tech Aerospace Engineering Projects

Projects boost students' confidence since they apply knowledge gained through the course. Working on projects enhances their leadership and decision-making skills. Listed below are some popular projects in this field:

• Energy Glider
• Radio Controlled Flying Wing
• Robotic Bird
• Smartphone Controlled Paper Plane
• Solar Endurance Flight
• Aerial Mapping Drone

B. Tech Aerospace Engineering Reference Books

Reference books expand students’ thinking and open them to more possibilities. Listed below are some popular reference books :

B.Tech Aerospace Engineering Books

Book	Author
Orbital Mechanics for Engineering Students	Howard D. Curtis
Rocket Propulsion Elements	George P. Sutton
Introduction to Aerospace Engineering	Stephen Corda
Aircraft Structures	David J. Peery