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Course Schedule - Spring Semester 2027
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MECH 480 001 (CRN: 26629)
AEROSPACE PROPULSION
Long Title: AEROSPACE PROPULSION
Department: Mechanical Engineering
Instructor: Radke, Christopher
Meeting: 1:00PM - 3:50PM F (11-JAN-2027 - 23-APR-2027)
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):
Undergraduate Professional
Visiting Undergraduate
Undergraduate
Prerequisites: MECH 371 AND MECH 481
Section Max Enrollment: 15
Section Enrolled: 0
Total Cross-list Max Enrollment: 25
Total Cross-list Enrolled: 0
Enrollment data as of: 2-NOV-2026 2:25PM
Final Exam: Scheduled Final Exam-OTR Room
Description: Aspects of one-dimensional compressible flow, including isentropic flow and normal shocks; effects of friction and combustion; analysis and design of and air-breathing and rocket engines, including performance and cycle analysis; flow in nozzles, diffusers, compressors, and turbines; combustion chamber processes and propellants. Cross-list: MECH 590. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for MECH 480 if student has credit for MECH 590.