About the Programme

B.Tech. Aerospace Engineering programme offered by the School of Aeronautical Sciences (SAS) is a comprehensive programme that inculcates professional learning, and promotes research and lifelong learning. The curriculum & syllabus has been diligently designed to impart fundamental knowledgeto the students andalso develop their skill sets through the practical training in the well-equipped laboratories. Curriculum & Syllabus is updated on a regular basis based on the current trend andneeds of the industry. Syllabus covers basic sciences, and foundational courses such as Aerodynamics, Structures, Propulsion, Systems, Avionics and Space Mechanics. Besides these courses,Electives such as Unconventional Design, AdvancedPropulsion System, and High Temperature Materials are also provided to enhance the knowledge of the students. Students are encouraged to undertake Industrial Training, Internships, Technical Certification programmes, Research activities, Sports and the other Extra-curricular activities. These activities help them understand the real scenario prevalent in the industries and prepare them to compete in the job market.

Vision & Mission

Vision

To excel in education, research and innovation in Aeronautical and Aerospace engineering

Mission

• M1: To provide conducive academic environment through well designed curriculum, teaching and learning process imparting high quality education for research and innovation.
• M2: To provide hands on training on state-of-the-art technologies related to Aerospace engineering.
• M3: To impart technical, leadership skills and life-long learning embedded with ethical values and social relevance.

Program Educational Objectives

The Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) of the graduates from Aerospace Engineering are listed below:

• PEO1:Graduates will be competent to use their technical knowledge in solving engineering problems in Aerodynamics, Propulsion, Structures and Space dynamics.
• PEO2:Graduates will demonstrate their skills in multi-disciplinary projects utilizing modern tools as an individual and as a team with ethics.
• PEO3:Graduates will engage in aspiring careers, entrepreneurship or pursue higher studies.

Program Specific Outcomes

On completion of the B. Tech. Aerospace Engineering, the graduates will be able to

• PSO1:Able to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems with the potential to design an Aerospace system, component, or process to meet desired needs within socio economic and ethical values
• PSO2:Able to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for Aerospace engineering practices

Program outcomes (POs)

(To be achieved by the student after every semester/year/and at the time of graduation) At the end of this program, graduates will be able to

• PO1:Engineering knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals, and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering problems.
• PO2: Problem analysis: Identify, formulate, review research literature, and analyze complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering sciences.
• PO3: Design/development of solutions: Design solutions for complex engineering problems and design system components or processes that meet the specified needs with appropriate consideration for the public health and safety, and the cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.
• PO4: Conduct investigations of complex problems: Use research-based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of the information to provide valid conclusions.
• PO5: Modern tool usage: Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools including prediction and modeling to complex engineering activities with an understanding of the limitations.
• PO6: The engineer and society: Apply reasoning informed by the contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to the professional engineering practice.
• PO7: Environment and sustainability: Understand the impact of the professional engineering solutions in societal and environmental contexts, and demonstrate the knowledge of, and need for sustainable development.
• PO8: Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of the engineering practice.
• PO9: Individual and team work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams, and in multidisciplinary settings.
• PO10: Communication: Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, such as, being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.
• PO11: Project management and finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the engineering and management principles and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments.
• PO12: Life-long learning: Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of technological change.

Career Opportunities

The Aerospace Industry is developing in rapid phase in India. The industry enjoys a major preference among engineering and scientific communities. Aerospace Engineers have vast opportunities to work in the field of,

• Aircraft Industry (HAL, Boeing, Airbus)
• Government and Private Airlines.
• R & D organizations like ISRO, DRDO, CSIR

International Visits

Laboratories

Integrated Avioincs Lab

Aircraft System Lab

Aerodynamics Lab

Aircraft Hanger

Aircraft Propulsion Lab

Aircraft Simulation Lab

Aircraft System Lab

Non Destructive Testing Lab

Tifac-Core In Aircraft Maintenance

Space Propulsion Lab

Aircraft Structure Lab

Fatique & Fracture Research Lab

Structural Design Lab

Space Propulsion Lab

Research & Development

National Conference Publications

International Conference Publications

Faculty Journal Publications

Student Achievements

GATE 2022 RANK HOLDERS | FEBRUARY 2022

School of Aeronautical Sciences congratulates B.Tech Aerospace Engineering students who secured All India Rank of 38 and 59 in GATE 2022 conducted by IIT, Kharagpur.

FIRST PLACE IN NATIONAL LEVEL RC MODELING COMPETITION | 6th – 9th April 2021

Vishnuvardhan Reddy from B.Tech Aerospace Engineering (Batch: 2019 – 2023) won the 1st place in National level RC modeling competition held at PSG College of Technology, Coimbatore between 6th – 9th April 2021.

ENTRY INTO ASIA BOOK OF RECORDS | 3rd January 2021

S. Harshaa from B.Tech Aerospace Engineering (Batch: 2019 – 2023) entered into ASIA BOOK OF RECORDS for participating in Diamond Yoga Pose for 5 minutes on the virtual platform organized by V. Vision, India

Every year, our students from School of Aeronautical Sciences perform well in GATE conducted by IIT for postgraduate studies @IIT's in Aerospace Engineering. In the year 2021 15 students passed the minimum cut-off marks set by IIT and among these qualified students, 3 students obtained All India Ranking (AIR) below 100. We appreciate all the students for this achievement and wish them all success in their future endeavors.

JAIHIND 1S OFFICIALLY TITLED "LIGHTEST MICRO SATELLITE"

KJ Harikrishnan, P Amarnath, G Sudhi and T Giri Prasad from second year launched World’s Lightest Satellite Jaihind 1S from NASA facility and was awarded by India Book of Records on 10th September 2018. The team was mentored by Mr.G.Dinesh Kumar, Assistant Professor, School of Aeronautical Sciences, HITS.

JHATAYU FLYING BIKE

JHATAYU is a crowd funded, student start-up company registered in MSME through HTBI & HEIC, HITS. JHATAYU Flying Bike as a design concept was awarded by SAE INDIA at the International Two Wheeler Conference at Bangalore on 5 August 2017 by Mr. Javaji Munirathinam, SAE INDIA Aerospace Board Chairman and Mr. C. Prakash, Training & Development Specialist, Product Development Division Ashok Leyland, India. The Institute of Aeronautics Astronautics and Aviation had the privilege of Dr. Micheale Barratt, Astronaut, NASA, USA award the “Best Innovation” title to JHATAYU and the “Best International Mentor” to its mentor cum supervisor Mr. C. S. Karunakaran at IIT Guwahati on 1 September 2018. JHATAYU Flying Bike was formed by a team of 33 under graduate students under the mentorship of Mr. C. S. Karunakaran, Assistant Professor, School of Aeronautical Sciences, HITS. This ingenious start-up is now touted as Asia’s first flying two- wheeler bike prototype.

The start-up had built an unmanned version of its flying vehicle prototype and successfully flight tested on 27 th October 2018 at HITS. The start-up has applied for its patent and is planning to raise funds for its manned version through industry partnership. The India Book of Records recognized this achievement and conferred “India’s First Two Wheeler Bike” title on JHATAYU. The start-up is planning to apply for Asian certifications to stake their claim for being the Asia’s First Flying Two Wheeler Bike.

Team “ASTRA” participated in SAE Aero Design West Competition in Advanced class 2017 at Texas, USA on 28th to 30th March 2017 and came 5th position in Flight summary and 21st in the world (mentored by Prof. Dr. Dalbir Singh)

Team “DIREWOLVES” participated in SAE Aero Design East Competition in Advanced class at Van Nuys, USA on 24th to 26th April 2015 and came 16th place out of 65 Teams. (mentored by Asst. Prof. Dinesh Kumar.)

Curriculum & Syllabus

• Aerospace Engineering Curriculum & Syllabus R2018(CBCS)
• Aerospace Engineering Curriculum & Syllabus (CBCS) R2015

Honours

• Aerodynamics
• Structures
• Propulsion