This course will cover the basic principles of nozzle theory, flight performance, chemical rocket propellant performance and their influence on the design of rockets. It will explore classification of propulsion systems, performance parameters, nozzles, flight dynamics, liquid & solid propellants and thrust chambers. The course will consist of both lectures and hands-on experiments, aiming to introduce students to the fundamental aspects of rocketry, in addition to relevant topics in aerospace engineering.

Prerequisites: MATH200, MATH203

• 4 Lab reports (36%)
• 6 Problem sets (24%)
• 1 Presentation (15%)
• 1 Final exam (25%)
Letter grades: A^+≥97>A≥93>A^-≥90>B^+≥87>B≥83>B^-≥80>C≥70>D≥60>F. Adjustment of this scale may occur in order to ensure a reasonable distribution of letter grades.

Sutton, G.P. and O. Biblarz, Rocket Propulsion Elements, 9th ed. Wiley, NY 2016

Brief Course Outline
Week 1 : (Lec) Introduction to Rocket Propulsion
Week 2 : (Lec) Definitions and Fundamentals
Week 3 : (Lec) Nozzle Theory and Thermodynamic Relations (HW1 due)
Week 4 : (Lec) Flight Performance (HW2 due)
Week 5 : (Lab1) Aerodynamics (HW3 due)
Week 6 : (Lec) Pumps & Turbines (LR 1 due)
Week 7 : (Lec) Special topics-I (in-space propulsion) (HW4 due)
Week 8 : Group Presentation
Week 9 : (Lab2) Pumps & Turbine
Week 10 : (Lec) Solid Propellants (LR2 due)
Week 11 : (Lab3) Manufacturing (HW5 due)
Week 12 : (Lab4) Thrust Measurement (LR3 due)
Week 13 : (Lec) Liquid Propellants-I (LR4 due)
Week 14 : (Lec) Liquid Propellants-II
Week 15 : (Lec) Rocket Exhaust Plumes (HW6 due)
Week 16 : Final

This class will be offered in-person only.