aerospace engineering
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Astronomy & Astrophysics | |
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Aeronautics / Flight School | |
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Co-Requisite: AP Calculus
Astronomy & Astrophysics: This course will cover the historical development of observational astronomy, traditional and modern observational techniques, and theories of formation and evolution of stars, planets and galaxies. Discussions and projects relating to the current developments in astronomy, cosmology and astrophysics will be included.
AP Physics B*: This lab based course will prepare students for the AP Physics B* Examination in May through which students may earn college credit. Topics include: Newtonian Mechanics, Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Physics, Electricity & Magnetism, Waves & Optics, Atomic & Nuclear Physics.
PLTW Aerospace Engineering: Aerospace Engineering can lead to college credit through the Rochester Institute of Technology. The following units are incorporated in the Aerospace course: History of Flight, Aerodynamics, Airfoil Construction, Wind Tunnel testing, Glider Design, GPS and Spatial Systems, Rocket Thrust and Trajectory, Orbital Mechanics, Life Support and Environmental Systems, Gravity & Microgravity, Composite Fabrication, Thermal Protection Systems, and Intelligent Vehicles.
Aeronautics/Flight School: Provides required instruction to prepare the student for the FAA private pilot written examination. Topics include pre-flight preparation, aircraft airworthiness, airport environment/operations, national airspace system, radio communication procedures, aircraft performance, weight and balance calculations, reconing, radio navigation, flight management systems, fundamental aircraft maneuvers, federal aviation regulations, flight physiology, meterology and aircraft design considerations.
AP Physics C*: This lab based course will prepare students for the AP Physics C* Examination in May through which students may earn college credit. Topics include: Newtonian Mechanics, Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Physics, Electricity & Magnetism, Waves & Optics, Atomic & Nuclear Physics. The course covers fewer topics than AP Physics B* but delves into greater depth using the calculus and a greater analytical focus.