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Course Schedule - Fall Semester 2026
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MECH 571 001 (CRN: 16205)
COMPOSITE MATERIALS
Long Title: COMPOSITE MATERIALS AND STRUCTURES FOR AEROSPACE APPLICATIONS
Department: Mechanical Engineering
Instructor: Yavas, Denizhan
Meeting: 4:00PM - 5:15PM MW (24-AUG-2026 - 4-DEC-2026)
Part of Term: Full Term
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Method of Instruction: Face to Face
Credit Hours: 3
Course Syllabus:
Course Materials: Rice Campus Store
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisites: MECH 202 AND MECH 310
Section Max Enrollment: 40
Section Enrolled: 2
Enrollment data as of: 26-APR-2026 1:10PM
Final Exam: No Final Exam
Description: Aerospace Composite Structures and Materials focuses on the fabrication, testing, and analysis of composite materials used in flight structures. The course covers basic laminate theory applied to beams, plates, and shells, as well as manufacturing and machining considerations for various types of composites. Key topics include the testing of composites for material properties, strength, and defects. Students will engage in projects that apply these concepts to real-world aerospace applications. Analytical and numerical methods for composite performance assessment will also be emphasized. This course is open to graduate students and senior undergraduate students with a background in solid mechanics and materials science. Recommended Prerequisite(s): MECH 400 or MECH 500