ECTS - Basic Aerodynamics (Module 8)

Basic Aerodynamics (Module 8) (APM108) Course Detail

Course Name Course Code Season Lecture Hours Application Hours Lab Hours Credit ECTS
Basic Aerodynamics (Module 8) APM108 4. Semester 5 0 0 5 5
Pre-requisite Course(s)
N/A
Course Language English
Course Type Compulsory Departmental Courses
Course Level Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery
Learning and Teaching Strategies .
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s)
  • Instructor Mine ALEMDAROĞLU TEMEL
Course Assistants
Course Objectives SHY-66 Module-8
Course Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • Learning theoretical background knowledge of physics of atmosphere
  • Learning theoretical background knowledge of aerodynamics
  • Learning theoretical background knowledge of flight theory, stability and dynamics
Course Content Physics of the Atmosphere, Aerodynamics, Theory of Flight, Flight Stability and Dynamics

Weekly Subjects and Releated Preparation Studies

Week Subjects Preparation
1 International Standard Atmosphere (ISA), application to aerodynamics (Module 8.1) -
2 Week-2 International Standard Atmosphere (ISA), application to aerodynamics (Module 8.1) -
3 Airflow around a body; Boundary layer, laminar and turbulent flow, free stream flow (Module 8.2) -
4 Relative airflow, upwash and downwash , vortices, stagnation (Module 8.2) -
5 The terms: camber, chord, mean aerodynamic chord, angle of attack, wash in and wash out, fineness ratio, wing shape and aspect ratio (Module 8.2) -
6 The terms: profile (parasite) drag, induced drag, centre of pressure; Thrust, Weight (Module 8.2) -
7 Aerodynamic Resultant; Generation of Lift and Drag: Angle of Attack (Module 8.2) -
8 Lift coefficient, Drag coefficient, polar curve, stall; Aerofoil contamination including ice, snow, frost (Module 8.2) -
9 Relationship between lift, weight, thrust and drag (Module 8.3) -
10 Glide ratio; Steady state flights, performance (Module 8.3) -
11 Theory of the turn; Influence of load factor: stall (Module 8.3) -
12 Flight envelope and structural limitations; Lift augmentation (Module 8.3) -
13 Longitudinal, lateral and directional stability (active and passive) (Module 8.4) -
14 Longitudinal, lateral and directional stability (active and passive) (Module 8.4) -

Sources

Course Book 1. ICAT Module-8
Other Sources 2. Module 8 Lecture Notes

Evaluation System

Requirements Number Percentage of Grade
Attendance/Participation - -
Laboratory - -
Application - -
Field Work - -
Special Course Internship - -
Quizzes/Studio Critics - -
Homework Assignments - -
Presentation - -
Project - -
Report - -
Seminar - -
Midterms Exams/Midterms Jury 1 10
Final Exam/Final Jury 2 90
Toplam 3 100
Percentage of Semester Work
Percentage of Final Work 100
Total 100

Course Category

Core Courses X
Major Area Courses
Supportive Courses
Media and Managment Skills Courses
Transferable Skill Courses

The Relation Between Course Learning Competencies and Program Qualifications

# Program Qualifications / Competencies Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Understands and applies the basic concepts of mathematics and physics. X
2 Knows and applies the theoretical and practical concepts of basic electricity and electronic circuits.
3 Knows the computer architecture, data buses, and analog/digital devices of the aircraft in detail.
4 Identifies aircraft materials and hardware, and uses this knowledge in maintenance. X
5 Installs all avionics equipment, troubleshoots faults, performs disassembly and replacement, and conducts tests.
6 Knows and applies the maintenance, repair, and overhaul standards of aircraft electrical and electronic systems and components. X
7 Uses the technical knowledge, skills, and modern maintenance tools required for avionic maintenance practices.
8 Works in multidisciplinary environments and demonstrates individual and teamwork skills.
9 Communicates effectively in oral and written forms in multiple languages (English, Turkish, etc.).
10 Recognizes the necessity of lifelong learning, accesses information effectively, and follows innovations in science and technology.
11 Acts with professional and ethical responsibility.

ECTS/Workload Table

Activities Number Duration (Hours) Total Workload
Course Hours (Including Exam Week: 16 x Total Hours) 14 5 70
Laboratory
Application
Special Course Internship 1 7 7
Field Work
Study Hours Out of Class 14 2 28
Presentation/Seminar Prepration
Project
Report
Homework Assignments
Quizzes/Studio Critics
Prepration of Midterm Exams/Midterm Jury 1 10 10
Prepration of Final Exams/Final Jury 1 15 15
Total Workload 130