University of Namibia (UNAM) Department of Aeronautical Science
This course is offered by the University of Namibia Faculty of Science
OVERVIEW
Aeronautics is the science and art involved with the study, design, and engineering of air flight-capable machines, and the techniques of operating aircraft and rockets within the atmosphere and on ground.
Aeronautical science covers the practical theory of aeronautics and aviation, including operations, navigation, air safety and human factors.
A significant part of aeronautical science is a branch of dynamics called aerodynamics, which deals with the motion of air and the way that it interacts with objects in motion, such as an aircraft.
Aeronautical engineering covers the design and construction of aircraft, including how they are powered, how they are used and how they are controlled for safe operation.
UNAM Aeronautic Engineering Course offered
Military Science (Aeronautical)
Bachelor of Science (Honours)
Offered at:
- Main Campus
Requirements:
- Candidates must be approved by the Ministry of Defence.
- All BSc Military Science (Aeronautical, Army and Nautical) candidates must hold a valid Namibian Senior Secondary Certificate (NSSC) (ordinary or higher) or a recognized equivalent qualification.
- English is a compulsory subject and should normally have been obtained as a Second Language at NSSC (O-level) with a C-symbol as minimum requirement, or English as a First Language at NSSC (O-level) with a D-symbol as a minimum.
- Students require at least a symbol C on NSSC or equivalent qualification in Mathematics.
- The admission can also be considered for persons who qualify through the Mature Age Entry Scheme upon successful completion of the relevant examinations as set out in the General Information and Regulations of the University of Namibia.
- A candidate should obtain a minimum of 25 points on the University of Namibia’s Evaluation Point Scale in his/her five (5) best subject (of which Mathematics and English must be included) to be admitted to undergraduate studies. Refer to the General Admission Criteria for Undergraduate Programmes in the General Information and Regulations Yearbook.
- All fourth years are required to do research projects: AER3810, ARM3810 and NAV3810(prerequisite for this course the student should have passed all third year courses).
Modules:
| Year 1, Semester 1 |
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| English Communication & Study Skills |
| Basic Mathematics |
| Computer Literacy |
| Analytic Geometry |
| Matrices and Complex Numbers |
| Physics for Physical Sciences I |
| Fundamentals of Information Technology I |
| Contemporary Social Issues |
| Year 1, Semester 2 |
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| English for Academic Purposes |
| Contemporary Social Issues |
| Fundamentals of Information Technology II |
| Precalculus |
| Introduction to Statistics |
| Physics for Physical Sciences II |
| Year 2, Semester 1 |
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| Calculus I |
| Numerical Methods with MATLAB |
| Mechanics and Waves |
| Fundamentals of Physical Geography |
| Theory of Flight I |
| Year 2, Semester 2 |
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| Calculus II |
| Ordinary Differential Equations |
| Electromagnetism |
| Theory of Flight II |
| Flight Physiology |
| Year 3, Semester 1 |
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| Electrodynamics |
| History of Aviation |
| Military Management |
| Military Psychology |
| Airport Planning and Management |
| Theory of Flight III |
| Year 3, Semester 2 |
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| Modern Physics |
| Research Methodology |
| Aviation Management Principles |
| Aviation Ethics |
| Aviation Laws and Regulations |
| Aircraft Turbine Engine Operation |
| Year 4, Semester 1 |
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| Research Project |
| Advanced Electrodynamics |
| Aviation Safety |
| Advanced Aircraft Performance |
| Crew Resource Management in Aviation |
| Year 4, Semester 2 |
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| Research Project |
| Nuclear Physics |
| Aviation Navigation GPS |
| Aviation Leadership |
| Aviation-Aerospace Security Issues |
| Aviation Terrorism and Asymmetrical Warfare |
Contact Details
(+264) 61 206 3111(+264) 61 206 3199info@unam.na
University of Namibia
Private Bag 13301
Windhoek, Namibia