Course Overview:
Aerospace Engineering in India focuses on the design, development, and maintenance of aircraft and spacecraft. The 4-year B.Tech course covers aerodynamics, propulsion, avionics, and materials science. Top institutions include IITs and IIST. Graduates work in aviation, defense, and space sectors.
Duration: 4 years (8 semesters)
Average Fees: ₹1,50,000 to ₹4,00,000 per year (varies depending on the institution, with government colleges being more affordable compared to private institutions)
Exams to Attend:
JEE Main and JEE Advanced (for admission to IITs and NITs)
State-level entrance exams like WBJEE, MHT CET, KCET
Institution-specific entrance exams such as SRMJEEE, VITEEE, and BITSAT
Syllabus (Semester-wise Breakdown)
1st Year:
Engineering Mathematics I & II: Foundations in calculus, linear algebra, and differential equations
Engineering Physics: Mechanics, thermodynamics, and electromagnetism
Engineering Chemistry: Basics of chemical processes and materials science
Engineering Mechanics: Introduction to statics and dynamics
Introduction to Aerospace Engineering: Basic principles of flight, spacecraft structures, and aerodynamics
2nd Year:
Aerodynamics I: Principles of airflow, focusing on lift, drag, and the behavior of gases around objects
Thermodynamics: Understanding energy, heat transfer, and propulsion systems in aircraft and spacecraft
Aircraft Structures I: Introduction to aircraft and spacecraft structural design and analysis
Fluid Mechanics: Study of fluid behavior and its importance in aerospace applications
Materials Science: Study of materials used in aerospace applications, including composites and lightweight alloys
3rd Year:
Propulsion Systems: Study of jet engines, rockets, and other propulsion methods used in aircraft and spacecraft
Avionics: Introduction to the electronic systems used in aerospace vehicles for communication, navigation, and control
Flight Mechanics: Study of forces and moments on aircraft during flight
Aerospace Vehicle Design I: Basics of designing aerospace vehicles, including conceptual design and performance analysis
Control Engineering: Study of control systems for flight stability and maneuvering
4th Year:
Aerospace Vehicle Design II: Advanced topics in the design and optimization of aircraft and spacecraft
Space Dynamics: Study of the dynamics of space vehicles and their orbits
Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD): Simulations of fluid flow in aerospace applications
Project Work: Research or design project related to aerospace engineering
Electives: Specialized subjects like space propulsion, UAV design, or advanced materials in aerospace
Internship:
Students are encouraged to undergo internships in the aerospace industry or research organizations to gain practical exposure to aircraft design, testing, propulsion systems, or avion
Top Ten Ranking Institutions for Aerospace Engineering in India (Combined Ranking)
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Bombay
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Kanpur
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Madras
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Kharagpur
Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani
Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal
SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai
Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science, Chennai
Anna University, Chennai
Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Vellore
Top Ten Aerospace Engineering Colleges in Kerala
Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST), Thiruvananthapuram
Amrita School of Engineering, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Kollam
College of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram
Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT), Kochi
Rajagiri School of Engineering & Technology, Kochi
Toc H Institute of Science and Technology, Ernakulam
Mar Athanasius College of Engineering, Kothamangalam
Federal Institute of Science and Technology (FISAT), Angamaly
Saintgits College of Engineering, Kottayam
Government Engineering College, Thrissur