Module #1 Introduction to Aerospace Propulsion Overview of aerospace propulsion systems, importance of thermodynamics, and course objectives
Module #2 Fundamentals of Thermodynamics Review of thermodynamic principles, including systems, processes, and properties
Module #3 Thermodynamic Cycles Introduction to thermodynamic cycles, including Carnot, Otto, and Brayton cycles
Module #4 Energy Conversion in Aerospace Propulsion Overview of energy conversion processes in aerospace propulsion, including thermal, mechanical, and electrical energy
Module #5 Aerospace Propulsion Systems Overview Introduction to different types of aerospace propulsion systems, including jet engines, rockets, and hybrids
Module #6 Ideal Gas Laws and Equations of State Review of ideal gas laws and equations of state, including ideal gas equation, Daltons law, and Amagats law
Module #7 Thermodynamic Properties of Air and Gases Thermodynamic properties of air and gases, including specific heats, enthalpy, and entropy
Module #8 Gas Dynamics and Flow Fundamentals of gas dynamics and flow, including isentropic flow, Mach number, and area-velocity relationships
Module #9 Rocket Propulsion Fundamentals Introduction to rocket propulsion, including principles, performance metrics, and nozzle design
Module #10 Rocket Nozzle Design and Performance Design and performance of rocket nozzles, including convergent-divergent nozzles and nozzle efficiency
Module #11 Thermodynamics of Rocket Combustion Thermodynamics of rocket combustion, including combustion chemistry, reaction rates, and heat transfer
Module #12 Jet Engine Fundamentals Introduction to jet engines, including principles, performance metrics, and engine components
Module #13 Jet Engine Thermodynamics Thermodynamics of jet engines, including cycle analysis, turbine design, and compressor performance
Module #14 Afterburners and Reheat Thermodynamics of afterburners and reheat, including performance benefits and design considerations
Module #15 Hybrid Propulsion Systems Introduction to hybrid propulsion systems, including solid-fuel/liquid-oxidizer and other hybrid configurations
Module #16 Thermodynamic Analysis of Aerospace Propulsion Systems Thermodynamic analysis of aerospace propulsion systems, including energy conversion efficiency and specific impulse
Module #17 System-level Thermodynamic Modeling System-level thermodynamic modeling of aerospace propulsion systems, including component interactions and system optimization
Module #18 Mission Analysis and Optimization Mission analysis and optimization, including performance metrics, trajectory optimization, and mission requirements
Module #19 Thermodynamic Considerations for Space Systems Thermodynamic considerations for space systems, including thermal management, heat shields, and cryogenic fluids
Module #20 Thermodynamic Considerations for Atmospheric Reentry Thermodynamic considerations for atmospheric reentry, including heat shields, ablative materials, and thermal protection systems
Module #21 Advanced Thermodynamic Concepts in Aerospace Propulsion Advanced thermodynamic concepts in aerospace propulsion, including non-equilibrium thermodynamics and quantum thermodynamics
Module #22 Computational Tools for Thermodynamic Analysis Introduction to computational tools for thermodynamic analysis, including software and programming languages
Module #23 Case Studies in Aerospace Propulsion Thermodynamics Case studies in aerospace propulsion thermodynamics, including real-world examples and design challenges
Module #24 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Thermodynamics of Aerospace Propulsion career
