Teaching

Information regarding teaching at the Institute of Aircraft Design

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Courses in the Bachelor's Programme in Aerospace Engineering

An overview and details of all modules, courses and examinations in the Bachelor's programme (current examination regulations) can be found in the C@MPUS system under the following C@MPUS-Link

The module Materials Science and Structures in Lightweight Construction is supervised in cooperation with the Institute of Statics and Dynamics. An overview of the modules can be found in C@MPUS (Campus-Link). In particular, the Institute of Aircraft Design supervises the following courses:

  • Production technology and construction methods for lightweight structures
  • Laboratory for Materials Science and Production Engineering

The module Aeronautical Engineering and Aeronautical Propulsion is supported in cooperation with the Institute of Aeronautical Propulsion Systems. You can find an overview of the modules in C@MPUS (C@MPUS-Link). In particular, the Institute of Aircraft Design supervises the following courses:

  • Aeronautical Engineering (Lecture)
  • Aeronautical Engineering (Exercise)

 

The modules design theory I & II are supervised in cooperation with the Institute of Aircraft Propulsion Systems. You can find an overview of the modules in C@MPUS (I: C@MPUS-Link, II:C@MPUS-Link). In particular, the Institute of Aircraft Design supervises the following courses:

Design theory I

  • Presentation technique I (lecture, exercise and voluntary exercise)
  • Construction elements (lecture, exercise and seminar)

Design theory II

  • Design seminar
  • Design seminar ILA

Courses in the Master's Programme in Aerospace Engineering

An overview and details of all modules, courses and examinations in the Master's programme (current examination regulations) can be found in the campus system under the following Campus-Link

The IFB is responsible for the specializations C, D and F. Furthermore the course Aircraft Design I in the elective module Aerodynamics and Aircraft Design I is held. Below you will find a list of the events mentioned as well as further links.

The module Aerodynamics and Aircraft Design is supervised in cooperation with the Institute of Aerodynamics and Gas Dynamics. You can find a module overview in Campus (Campus-Link). In particular, the institute supervises the courses:

  • Lecture Aircraft Design I
  • Exercise Aircraft Design I

Responsible: PD Dr.-Ing. Stephan Rudolph

The lectures in specialization C at the Institute of Aircraft Design cover the entire field of data processing. Modern methods for information technology modelling - for example the Unified Modeling Language (UML) - are taught. The focus is on linking the fundamentals of engineering with modelling and programming in information technology. The aim here is to show the broadest possible spectrum of applications of information technology methods in the product life cycle of engineering.
The following lectures are available

  • Digital Product Design (SS)
  • Software Engineering (SS)
  • Softcomputing and Knowledge Processing (SS) [only in combination with "Nonlinear Optimization"]
  • Conception of algorithms, data structures and design languages (WS)
  • Seminar Design Languages (WS)
  • Art and Science of Systems Architecting (WS)
  • Seminar Systems Architecting (WS)
  • Workshop Digital Design Methods (SS and WS)
  • Similarity Theory in Engineering and Artificial Intelligence (SS and WS)

You will find an overview of all modules offered in choice compulsory module C under:
Campus-Link > [200] Wahlmodule > [210] Spezialisierungsrichtungen > [214] Informationstechnik in der LRT

Responsible: Prof. Dr.-Ing. Peter Middendorf

Lectures and seminars are offered in this area of specialization in the various material classes with (aerospace-specific) application and production relevance. The focus is on lightweight material construction with modern materials, design methods and manufacturing processes. The goal is an engineering education with a broad spectrum of background knowledge in structural mechanics, modelling and simulation, test engineering, etc., covering all materials.

You will find an overview of all modules offered in choice compulsory module D under:
Campus-Link > [200] Wahlmodule > [210] Spezialisierungsrichtungen > [214] Materialien, Werkstoffe und Fertigungsverfahren

 

Verantwortlich: Prof. Dr.-Ing. Andreas Strohmayer

This specialization is aimed at designers, developers and generalists. The focus is on application-oriented lectures. The emphasis here is on gaining the broadest possible overview of the overall system of the aircraft or spacecraft.

You will find an overview of all modules offered in choice compulsory module F under:
Campus-Link > [200] Wahlmodule > [210] Spezialisierungsrichtungen > [216] Entwurf, Auslegung und Bau von Luft- und Raumfahrzeugen

The following supplementary modules are offered by the IFB:

The following key qualification is offered by the IFB:

Courses of the Stuttgart Wind Energy (SWE)

In the course "Wind energy 1 - Fundamentals of Wind Energy" the students gain knowledge about the basics of wind energy, especially about the physical and technical principles of modern wind turbines. Students will be able to derive simple physical equations and correlations and to understand and explain their significance in relation to the use of wind energy. Based on an understanding of the individual sub-disciplines (aerodynamics, structural dynamics, electrical engineering, etc.), the students will be able to explain the structure and functionality of the overall wind turbine system and carry out elementary design calculations in selected areas. After completion of the course, the students have built up the essential competences which enable them to familiarise themselves with special fields in the field of wind energy (wind farm planning, control engineering, modelling and simulation etc.).

Further information can be found on Campus.

Supervising employee: Esther Blumendeller

The students acquire the basic technical understanding for the planning of a wind farm. They acquire the necessary knowledge about regulatory, economic and ecological issues in connection with the construction and operation of wind farms.

Further information can be found on Campus.

Supervising employee: Umut Özinan

The students have an understanding of the system of an entire wind turbine. They can determine numerical and experimental loads on wind turbines. They can use load calculations to design the most important components and the overall system. The students are able to apply simulation programs using the example of a typical multi-MW wind turbine.

 (Campus-Link)

Supervising employee: Qi Pan

In the wind energy project, students work on a task in a team over a semester together. This includes independent project management and independent processing of the work packages. The current focus of the wind energy project is "Airborne Wind Energy".

Further information can be found on Campus.

 

The students learn the direct connection between theoretical basics, metrological quantities, evaluation and analysis by means of practical experiments.
They have basic knowledge of strain gages, current, voltage, acceleration and sound.
They can experimentally determine loads (forces and moments), electrical properties and sound propagation on wind turbines.

Campus-Link

Supervising employee: Martin Hofsäß

 

Sustainable energy and transport systems provides an overview of relevant renewable energy technologies and new mobility concepts. Topics such as aviation and road traffic are dealt with. The event begins with a lecture series and ends with a group work with elaboration in text form, as well as presentation.

Weitere Informationen finden Sie auf der Campus.

Supervising employee: Prof. Dr. Po Wen Cheng

During this lecture students have the opportunity to gain a comprehensive understanding of the wind turbine control system. The dominant dynamics of the Widnenergieanlagen are presented. The processes for the development of standard controllers including filters and extended control loops are taught and their application is consolidated in exercises. After completion of the course, the students have built up the essential competences to work on current research questions in the field of control of wind turbines and wind parks.

 

Further information can be found on Campus-Seite

Lecturer: Prof. Dr.-Ing. David Schlipf

 

The lecture "Introduction to Renewable Energies" is an interdisciplinary lecture of different institutes. Within the framework of this lecture, knowledge in the fields of solar thermal energy, photovoltaics, hydropower, biomass and wind energy is imparted. The lectures on wind energy are taken over by the SWE. Overall, the lecture gives an initial overview of the various forms of renewable energy and their basic effects.

Further information can be found on Campus.

Supervising employee: Fiona Lüdecke

Recognition of externally performed audit examinations

For questions concerning the recognition of externally performed examinations in the specialisations D and F, please contact the teaching coordination of IFB (for contact information see down below).

Questions on the following topics can be clarified:

  • Preliminary check of eligibility
    • Preliminary clarification of the thematic allocation to the areas of specialisation D and F
    • Assignment as equivalent module
    • ERASMUS: Learning Agreement
  • Crediting of the audit work performed
    • Submission of documents for recognition (certificates, module descriptions, forms, etc.)

If a preliminary clarification has already been carried out, please fill in the form and submit it for crediting of modules and/or module performances of the examination office. Please enter your information in the form header and leave the lower part of the document empty. Furthermore, a separate form must be filled in for each specialisation.

All courses currently offered at the Institute of Aircraft Design

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Nicolas Möbs

M.Sc.

Research Associate

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