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M.E. (Aeronautical Engineering)
Master of Engineering in Aeronautical Engineering

Duration:	2 Years
Level:	Post Graduation
Type:	Degree
Eligibility:	Graduation

M.E. Aeronautical Engineering or Master of Engineering in Aeronautical Engineering is a two year post graduate Aeronautical Engineering course. Aeronautical Engineering belongs to the category of high-tech engineering and involves the study of physical science and mathematics to perform research, development, testing, launching and the manufacture of various air vehicles. The course deals with the development of new technology in the field of aviation, space exploration and defense systems. Course also covers their aerodynamic characteristics and behaviors, airfoil, control surfaces, lift, drag, and other properties. It specializes in the designing, construction, development, testing, operation and maintenance of both commercial and military aircraft, spacecrafts and their components as well as satellites and missiles.

M.E. Aeronautical Engineering Eligibility

B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent with minimum 55% marks.
Some reputed colleges and institutes do conduct entrance examination to get admission to their M.E. degree course.

M.E. Aeronautical Engineering Syllabus

The following are study related subjects:-

Sr. No.	Subjects of Study
Sem. I
1	Applied Mathematics
2	Aerodynamics
3	Aircraft Structures
4	Aerospace Propulsion
5	Theory of Vibrations
6	Elective II
Practical
1	Structures Laboratory
Sem. II
1	Flight Mechanics
2	Finite Element Methods
3	Computational Fluid Dynamics in Aerospace Engineering
4	Elective II
5	Elective III
6	Elective IV
Practical
1	Aerodynamics Laboratory
Sem. III
1	Elective V
2	Elective VI
Practical
1	Project work Phase I
Sem. IV
1	Project work Phase II
Electives
1	Experimental Stress Analysis
2	Numerical Heat Transfer
3	Boundary Layer Theory
4	Aircraft Design
5	Industrial Aerodynamics
6	Helicopter Aerodynamics
7	Theory of Plates and Shells
8	Structural Dynamics
9	Aero elasticity
10	High Temperature Problems in Structures
11	Fatigue and Fracture Mechanics
12	Theory of Elasticity
13	Hypersonic Aerodynamics
14	High Temperature Gas Dynamics
15	Advanced Propulsion Systems
16	Experimental Methods in Fluid Mechanics
17	Wind Engineering
18	Wind Tunnel Techniques
19	Rocketry and Space Mechanics
20	Composite Materials and Structures

M.E. Aeronautical Engineering Colleges

M.E. Aeronautical Engineering Course Suitability

Who can play a wide range of roles in research, design, development; testing, manufacture and maintenance are suitable for it.
They should possess mathematical and design skills, computer skills, and the ability to communicate well.
They should also have good planning ability and a knack for working under pressure.
They also need to be physically fit and may need to often work at great speed especially in checking and maintenance of aircrafts during turnarounds.
They must have a normal color vision that is required for it.

How is M.E. Aeronautical Engineering Course Beneficial?

The course is beneficial to design and manufacture of very high technology systems, the job requires manual, technical as well as mechanical aptitude.
It is also beneficial for further studies such as Ph.D.
The course is helpful in the fields of fluid dynamics, material science, propulsion and electronics. The main thrust in this area is on design and development which extends even to space and satellite research.
Job Opportunities for an Aeronautical Engineer in India, lies with various airlines like Air India, Indian Airlines, Helicopter Corporation of India and flying clubs, private airlines and government owned air service and aircraft manufacturers like Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. (HAL) with its factories at Bangalore, Nashik, Koraput, Kanpur etc., Defence Research and Development Laboratories, National Aeronautical Lab (NAL), Aeronautical Development Establishment, Civil Aviation Department etc.

M.E. Aeronautical Engineering Job Types