Apr 09, 2025

2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog

Aerospace Engineering B.S.A.E.

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TOTAL DEGREE HOURS: 120
Plans of Study

Students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering take coursework in aerodynamics, flight mechanics, propulsion, computer-aided design, solid and fluid mechanics, motion planning & control, Aerostructures, composite materials, finite element analysis, etc. This is supplemented by elective coursework in bioastronautics, supersonic & hypersonic flows, astrodynamics, autonomous vehicle systems, etc. Laboratories are available for basic instrumentation, thermal and fluid sciences, solid mechanics, data acquisition, controls, and CAD/CAE. Graduates of this major are employed in design, manufacturing, contracting, operations, marketing, and management in virtually all segments of industry and government, including, but not limited to, aeronautics, aerospace, propulsion; automotive, internal combustion engines, fuel cells, and transportation; propulsion systems; power generation; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning; structures and machinery design; micro and nanomaterials and semiconductors.

Mission Statement

The Mission of the Department of Mechanical Engineering in the College of Engineering at the University of South Florida is to provide a quality undergraduate and graduate education for students entering the mechanical engineering profession or seeking careers in related fields: to advance scientific knowledge through basic and applied research; to disseminate technical information through scholarly publications, conferences, and continuing education; to advance the profession through service within the associated societies, and to promote activities which serve global development.

Program Educational Objectives

Our Graduates, within a few years after graduation, will successfully:

A. Apply aerospace engineering knowledge and skills of problem-solving, design, modeling, testing, and research to address the needs of society and organizations.

B. Pursue continued career development, including postgraduate study in engineering or other fields.

C. Seek leadership positions, communicate effectively, participate in multidisciplinary collaborations, and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion.

D. Demonstrate professional and ethical responsibility in their careers.

University Admissions - College of Engineering

Admission to the University is based on the University’s Undergraduate Admission Requirements that may be found by clicking on the following urls:

Freshman: https://www.usf.edu/admissions/freshmen/admission-information/requirements-deadlines.aspx
Transfer: https://www.usf.edu/admissions/transfer/admission-information/index.aspx
International: https://www.usf.edu/admissions/international/admission-information/index.aspx

For Admission information specific to the College of Engineering, see the information at College of Engineering .

Progression Requirements in the Upper Division: Aerospace Engineering B.S.A.E.

Aerospace Engineering students who have fully met the below requirements and are in good academic standing may progress into the upper division of the major. Before progressing into the upper division, a student may be permitted to take no more than two departmental engineering courses. The department may have continuation requirements that specify minimum performance standards in core major courses, which must be met before further registration in the department is granted.

1. Completion of the following courses with a cumulative 3.0 GPA based on best attempt (maximum two attempts) and a minimum grade of C in each course:

CHM 2045 - General Chemistry I Credit(s): 3 AND CHM 2045L - General Chemistry I Laboratory Credit(s): 1
MAC 2311 - Calculus I Credit(s): 4
MAC 2312 - Calculus II Credit(s): 4
MAC 2313 - Calculus III Credit(s): 4
PHY 2048 - General Physics I - Calculus Based Credit(s): 3 AND PHY 2048L - General Physics I Laboratory Credit(s): 1
PHY 2049 - General Physics II - Calculus Based Credit(s): 3 AND PHY 2049L - General Physics II Laboratory Credit(s): 1

2. A minimum overall GPA of 2.5

3. A minimum USF GPA of 2.5

Minimum Continuation Requirements - Aerospace Engineering B.S.A.E.

Completion of EGN 3311 - Statics Credit(s): 3 and EGN 3321 - Dynamics Credit(s): 3 with a minimum grade of “C+” in each course (grade of C is insufficient).
Completion of EML 3500 - Mechanics of Solids Credit(s): 3 and EGN 3343 - Thermodynamics I Credit(s): 3 with a minimum grade of C in each course (C- is insufficient).

Required Courses: (105 credit hours)

State Mandated Common Course Prerequisites - Aerospace Engineering B.S.A.E. (27 credit hours)*

Following Florida BOG Regulation 8.010, state-mandated common course prerequisites are lower-division courses that are required for progression into the upper division of a particular baccalaureate degree program.

Transfer students should complete the State-Mandated Common Course Prerequisites at the lower level prior to entering the university. If these courses are not taken at a Florida College System institution, they must be completed before the degree is granted. Successful completion of the common prerequisites alone does not guarantee admission into the degree program.

Unless stated otherwise, a grade of C is the minimum acceptable grade in prerequisite courses.

MAC X311 OR MAC X281 - 4 credit hours
MAC X312 OR MAC X282 - 4 credit hours
MAC X313 OR MAC X283 - 4 credit hours
MAP X302 OR MAP X305 - 3 credit hours
(CHM X045 AND CHM X045L) OR CHM X045C OR (CHS X440 AND CHS X440L) OR (CHS X440 AND CHM X045L) - 4 credit hours
(PHY X048 AND PHY X048L) OR PHY X048C OR (PHY X041 AND PHY X048L) - 4-5 credit hours
(PHY X049 AND PHY X049L) OR PHY X049C OR (PHY X044 AND PHY X049L) OR (PHY X042 AND PHY X049L) - 4-5 credit hours

* All state common prerequisite courses count towards major-required Mathematics and Science courses and are not additional credits.

State Mathematics Pathway - Aerospace Engineering B.S.A.E. (7 credit hours)*

The Aerospace Engineering B.S.A.E. uses the Algebra through Calculus Mathematics Pathway with the following requirements:

MAC 1105 - College Algebra Credit(s): 3 **
MAC 2311 - Calculus I Credit(s): 4

* Mathematics Pathway courses count towards the State Common Prerequisite math courses and are not additional credits.

** Students may place out of MAC 1105 and begin at a higher-level math class.

Major Core Courses: 35 courses; 99 credit hours

Major Electives: 2 courses; 6 credit hours

6 hours of Upper-Level Departmental Electives (Technical Design Elective) from the list below or a course approved by the departmental academic advisor.

BME 4440 - Introduction to Bioastronautics Credit(s): 3
EAS 4411 - Motion Planning Credit(s): 3
EAS 4930 - Special Topics in Aerospace Engineering Credit(s): 3
EML 4230 - Introduction to Composite Materials Credit(s): 3
EML 4536 - Applied Finite Element Analysis Credit(s): 3
EML 4905 - Independent Study Credit(s): 1-4

Additional Information - Aerospace Engineering B.S.A.E.

GPA Requirements

Students must maintain a minimum 2.0 semester GPA, 2.0 Math and Science GPA, 2.0 Engineering GPA, 2.0 Specialization GPA, 2.0 USF GPA, and 2.0 overall GPA.

Grading Requirements

The minimum acceptable grade in all BSAE-required math and science courses is a C or higher (C- is insufficient). The minimum acceptable grade in engineering and specialization courses, which are prerequisites to other degree-required courses, is a C-, except as stated in the Department Continuation Requirements. The passing grade for terminal engineering and specialization courses is a C-.

Course Grade Requirement

Continuation requires completing EGN 3311 - Statics and EGN 3321 - Dynamics with a minimum grade of “C+” in each course (a grade of C is insufficient). Also, completion of EML 3500 - Mechanics of Solids and EGN 3343 - Thermodynamics I with a minimum grade of C in each course (C- is insufficient).

Residency Requirements

Transfer students must complete a minimum number of approved specialization courses in the major at USF. The respective academic department establishes the minimum number of USF specialization credit hours required, which must be at least 18. Basic engineering courses are not considered specialization courses. The University residency requirement must also be met.

A dual-degree student must meet the requirements of each major and have a minimum of 18 approved specialization hours taken in the degree-granting department beyond those specialization hours required for the first degree.

Internship Opportunities

The College of Engineering and USF’s Center for Career and Professional Development Cooperative Education (Co-Op) program provides services for students interested in experiential educational experiences. Various industries and government agencies offer engineering students internships and cooperative education employment opportunities. Participants gain valuable expertise in practical applications and other aspects of operations and development in a professional engineering environment. Students typically apply for participation in this program during their first year in the engineering college and pursue actual internships during their sophomore, junior, and senior years.

Research Opportunities - College of Engineering

Undergraduate students in any degree program are able to participate in undergraduate research. Several options exist to show mentored undergraduate research activity on a student’s official transcript. Those who wish to enroll in an undergraduate research course should consult with their academic advisor to understand how the credit will apply towards the degree requirements.

Advising Information - Aerospace Engineering B.S.A.E.

USF students schedule advising appointments online through the USF Archivum platform. The students are encouraged to meet with their advisor each semester to discuss course planning, degree progression, and career preparation.

https://www.usf.edu/engineering/student-services/

Dr. Ajit Mujumdar, Undergraduate Program Director, 813-974-9677, Engineering Building III (ENC) 2300. Email: ajit@usf.edu