Academics

General Information for all MAE Students

Our Degrees and Programs

Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Program and Career Focus The Aerospace Engineering degree program prepares its graduates for careers in aircraft and space systems design, analysis and manufacturing. The Mechanical Engineering degree program prepares its graduates for careers in mechanical and thermal systems design, analysis and manufacturing.
Topics You'll Study
  • Aerodynamic vehicle design
  • Aerodynamic vehicle performance
  • Aerodynamic structures
  • Air-breathing propulsion
  • Compressible aerodynamics
  • Engineering dynamics
  • Engineering materials
  • Rocket propulsion
  • Stability and control
  • Thermodynamics
  • Wing theory
  • Air conditioning and refrigeration
  • Automotive engineering thermodynamics
  • Computer-aided engineering
  • Control engineering
  • Design of machines
  • Electromechanical systems
  • Fluid mechanics
  • Mechatronics
  • Metrology
  • Modern manufacturing processes
Curriculum
Student Activities
Senior Design Project AE senior design is a two-semester project chosen from one of the following options. Senior design selection form
  • Aircraft: Design a novel remotely controlled aircraft and construct and flight-test it at the program's air field.
  • Spacecraft: Design, construct and test a space system, like a moon rover, satellite, or remotely operated interplanetary probe.
 The ME senior design project is an industry-sponsored project. Students receive training on machining, fabrication and other manufacturing processes. Students design-build-test to given requirements, and compete with other student teams to produce the best product.
Credit hours required to graduate 127 125
Students Enrolled 398 950
Accelerated Tracks
Student Organizations There are nearly 30 student clubs and organizations that are affiliated with the department and College of Engineering.
Distance Education Visit NC State's Distance Education for a list of available courses and programs.
This is not for on-campus students.
Starting Salary Engineering majors have the highest reported overall average salary at the bachelor’s level. Their current average salary stands at $60,639, up 1.9 percent from $59,496 in 2011.
Data provided by NACE Salary Survey, 2012
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Going Beyond the Degree

Join a Student Organization

Get involved in department organizations to learn more, meet people and have fun. There are nearly 70 engineering student organizations to choose from in the college.

Accelerate Your Degree

Work smarter. Consider a 5-year BS/MS degree program or our direct path from BS to PhD. Would Engineering Online courses and programs get you there faster?

Plan Your Career

Co-op programs give you work experience while pursuing your degree. Our nationally recognized Engineering Career Fair gets you hired. Check out our many industrial affiliates.

Become a Global Engineer

Engineer without borders! Take advantage of study abroad and international degree programs in engineering. Learn other languages and cultures to expand your career horizons.

Explore Research

NCSU is a world-renowned research university with significant faculty research. Look into undergraduate Duke Energy Research Grants or our BS to PhD path.

Become a Licensed Engineer

The Professional Engineer (PE) license is the engineering profession's highest standard of achievement and assurance of quality. Learn how to get your PE.

Where Next?

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