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Aerospace science is the study of newer and better ways to fulfill one of humanity's oldest dreams: the dream of flight. As an aerospace science and engineering major, you will help create faster, more efficient and more economical forms of aircraft. You will work with some of the foremost scientists in the field today, and you will benefit from access to unparalleled research opportunities. Your studies will prepare you not only for work in the aerospace industry, but in any branch of engineering dealing with bodies and vehicles whose applied loads are influenced by aerodynamic forces.
Real World
UC Davis aerospace science and engineering majors have found employment in nearly all major aerospace companies or in other technical careers related to their majors. Others have gone on to pursue advanced study in engineering or other technical fields.
Major Requirements
As an aerospace science and engineering major, you will begin your study with an extensive series of foundation courses in science and mathematics. At the upper division level, you will take advanced courses in specific topics in aerospace science and engineering. These courses will include subjects such as aero-thermodynamics, propulsion systems, aircraft performance, flight testing and component and mechanism design.
Major Adviser
Name: J.A. Schaaf, Ph.D.
Contact: jaschaaf@ucdavis.edu, (530) 752-5548
A Student Perspective
The aeronautical/aerospace engineering program has helped me build a strong foundation in the theoretical aspects of aeronautics while also giving me hands-on design and project experience. Since the faculty members are all heavily involved in a broad spectrum of the industry, there are a great variety of research opportunities. In one of my favorite classes, Aircraft Design, we enjoyed a large degree of design freedom as we created an entire aircraft, allowing us to display our engineering and design potential.
~ Taylor Roche, senior
A Faculty Perspective
Aeronautics is an integral part of and a strong contributor to the engineering education program at UC Davis. An undergraduate degree in this field prepares students for careers in aerospace engineering and related fields as well as graduate study. One particular strength of the program is its internationally renowned, accessible faculty. And although the program is excellent and well-recognized, the faculty and staff are continuously looking for ways to make improvements.
~ C.P. Van Dam, professor
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