Aerospace Engineering · Fall 2026
SDSU A E 310 — Aerospace Structural Mech
Equations of linear elasticity; energy methods; analysis of thin-walled structures; buckling; engineering materials and their processing: atomic and molecular structure of materials, structure-property relationships in materials; material failure by yield, fracture and fatigue. Design of simple aircraft and spacecraft structures.
Course requirements
Prerequisites: MATH 151, CHEM 202 or CHEM 200, PHYS 196, M E 200 or A E 200 all with a minimum grade of C (2.0) or higher, have an overall cumulative GPA of 2.7, MATH 252 , A E 260 or M E 202; and CIV E 301 or M E 304.
- MATH 151, CHEM 202 or CHEM 200, PHYS 196, M E 200 or A E 200 all with a minimum grade of C (2.0) or higher, have an overall cumulative GPA of 2.7, MATH 252 , A E 260 or M E 202; and CIV E 301 or M E 304.
Fall 2026 enrollment options
Seat status can change| Class # | Format | Status | Seats | Time | Location | Professor | RateMyProfessors |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9662 Discussion | Hybrid | Open | 25 / 50 |
Mon/Wed 5:30 PM–6:45 PM TBA |
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