400-level

ENGR401
Computational Fluid Dynamics
Description
Theoretical and practical aspects of Computational Fluid Dynamics, including the theory of fluid flow equations, numerical methods of solving these equations, turbulence, and experience with a commercial CFD software.
Occurrences
Semester One 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
ENME304, or ENME314, or ENCH393, or ENCN342
ENME404
Aerodynamics and Ground Vehicle Dynamics
Description
Aerofoil theory; Flat plate lift and drag; Aerofoil lift and drag; Predicting aerofoil data with Xfoil; Boundary layer theory; Aircraft performance; Stability and control in flight; Wind tunnel testing; Glider design, build and test; Propeller design; BEMT method; High speed (compressibility) effects; Wheeled ground vehicles: load transfer, tyre design, traction and rolling resistance, aerodynamics, suspension, steering, and potential flow.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
ENME314, EMTH271, ENME207
Restrictions
ENME604
ENME417
Advanced Composite, Polymeric and Ceramic Materials
Description
This course is intended to reveal the correlation between structure and physical characteristics of plastics and composites necessary for appropriate material selection, design and processing. The course is concerned with the relationship between the structure, properties and processing of non-metallic materials (polymers, composites and ceramics)
Occurrences
Semester One 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
ENME307
ENME460
Aerospace Propulsion
Description
Carrying out thermodynamic and flow analyses of engine components; understanding the aero-thermodynamic aspects of aircraft engine component design and their performance relationship.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
ENME215, ENME314
Restrictions
ENME660
ENME486
Aerospace Structures
Description
This course develops engineering analysis skills with a focus on methods relevant to aerospace structures. This includes stress, strain, deflection, and stability analysis. It also includes understanding the loads experienced by aircraft and spacecraft. Major topics include thin and rib-stiffened structures, lightweight materials, energy methods, application of the finite element method, and airframe loads.
Occurrences
Semester One 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
ENME302

Not Offered Courses in 2026

400-level

ENME488
Mechanics of Flight and Spaceflight
Description
The physical principles and mathematical frameworks governing the motion of aircraft and spacecraft, encompassing topics such as orbital mechanics, spacecraft dynamics, attitude control, and mission design, with practical applications in both atmospheric flight and space exploration.
Occurrences
ENME488-26S2 (C)
Semester Two 2026 - Not offered
For further information see ENME488 course details
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
EMTH210