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1. General information
Course:
ORBITAL MECHANICS AND FLIGHT DYNAMICS
Code:
56726
Type:
CORE COURSE
ECTS credits:
6
Degree:
403 - UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMME IN AEROSPACE ENGINEERING
Academic year:
2023-24
Center:
303 - E.DE INGENIERÍA INDUSTRIAL Y AEROESPOACIAL DE TOLEDO
Group(s):
40 
Year:
3
Duration:
C2
Main language:
Spanish
Second language:
Use of additional languages:
English Friendly:
N
Web site:
Bilingual:
N
Lecturer: JOSÉ IGNACIO NOGUEIRA GORIBA - Group(s): 40 
Building/Office
Department
Phone number
Email
Office hours
Sabatini/1.45
MECÁNICA ADA. E ING. PROYECTOS
926295300
JoseIgnacio.Nogueira@uclm.es

2. Pre-Requisites
Not established
3. Justification in the curriculum, relation to other subjects and to the profession
Not established
4. Degree competences achieved in this course
Course competences
Code Description
CA01 Ability to carry out bibliographic searches, use databases and other sources of information for its application in tasks related to Technical Aeronautical Engineering.
CA02 Ability to efficiently design experimentation procedures, interpret the data obtained and specify valid conclusions in the field of Aeronautical Technical Engineering.
CA03 Ability to autonomously select and carry out the appropriate experimental procedure, operating the equipment correctly, in the analysis of phenomena within the scope of Engineering.
CA04 Ability to select advanced tools and techniques and their application in the field of Aeronautical Technical Engineering.
CA05 Knowledge of the methods, techniques and tools as well as their limitations in the application for the resolution of problems typical of Aeronautical Technical Engineering.
CA06 Ability to identify and assess the effects of any solution in the field of Aeronautical Technical Engineering within a broad and global context and the ability to interrelate the solution to an engineering problem with other variables beyond the technological field, which must be considered.
CB02 Apply their knowledge to their job or vocation in a professional manner and show that they have the competences to construct and justify arguments and solve problems within their subject area.
CB03 Be able to gather and process relevant information (usually within their subject area) to give opinions, including reflections on relevant social, scientific or ethical issues.
CB04 Transmit information, ideas, problems and solutions for both specialist and non-specialist audiences.
CB05 Have developed the necessary learning abilities to carry on studying autonomously
CE02 Understanding and command of the basic concepts of the general laws of mechanics, thermodynamics, fields and waves and electromagnetism and their application to solve engineering problems.
CE10 Knowledge of flight dynamics based on aerodynamic forces and the role of the different variables involved in the phenomenon of flight
CE18 Knowledge applied to Engineering of: The fundamentals of fluid mechanics; the basic principles of flight control and automation; the main characteristics and physical and mechanical properties of materials.
CE19 Applied knowledge of: materials science and technology; mechanics and thermodynamics; fluid mechanics; aerodynamics and mechanics of flight; air traffic and navigation systems; aerospace technology; structure theory; air Transport; economy and production; Projects; environmental impact.
CE20 Knowledge applied to Engineering of: The fundamentals of sustainability, maintainability and operability of space systems.
CE24 Knowledge applied to Engineering of: The physical phenomena of the flight of aerial defense systems, their qualities and their control, actions, stability and automatic control systems.
CE25 Knowledge applied to Engineering of: The methods of calculation and development of defense materials and systems; the management of experimental techniques, equipment and measuring instruments typical of the discipline; the numerical simulation of the most significant physical-mathematical processes; inspection, quality control and fault detection techniques; the most appropriate repair methods and techniques.
CE26 Applied knowledge of: aerodynamics; flight mechanics, air defense engineering (ballistics, missiles and air systems), space propulsion, materials science and technology, structural theory.
CG01 Capacity for the design, development and management in the field of aeronautical engineering that have as their object, in accordance with the knowledge acquired as established in section 5 of order CIN/308/2009, aerospace vehicles, propulsion systems aerospace, aerospace materials, airport infrastructures, air navigation infrastructures and any space, traffic and air transport management system.
CG06 Ability to participate in flight test programs to collect data on takeoff distances, climb rates, stall rates, maneuverability, and landing capabilities.
CG08 Knowledge, understanding and ability to apply the necessary legislation in the exercise of the profession of Aeronautical Technical Engineer.
CT03 Correct use of oral and written communication.
5. Objectives or Learning Outcomes
Course learning outcomes
Description
Additional outcomes
Not established.
6. Units / Contents
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7. Activities, Units/Modules and Methodology
Training Activity Methodology Related Competences (only degrees before RD 822/2021) ECTS Hours As Com Description
Class Attendance (theory) [ON-SITE] Lectures CA02 CA03 CA04 CA05 CA06 CB02 CB03 CB04 CB05 CE02 CE10 CE18 CE19 CE20 CE24 CE25 CE26 CG01 CG06 CG08 1.6 40 N N
Problem solving and/or case studies [ON-SITE] Problem solving and exercises CA02 CA03 CA04 CA05 CA06 CB02 CB03 CB04 CB05 CE02 CE10 CE18 CE19 CE20 CE24 CE25 CE26 CG01 CG06 CG08 CT03 0.4 10 N N
Laboratory practice or sessions [ON-SITE] Practical or hands-on activities CA02 CA03 CA04 CA05 CA06 CB02 CB03 CB04 CB05 CE02 CE10 CE18 CE19 CE20 CE24 CE25 CE26 CG01 CG06 CG08 CT03 0.24 6 Y Y
Writing of reports or projects [OFF-SITE] Cooperative / Collaborative Learning CA01 CA02 CA03 CA04 CA05 CA06 CB02 CB03 CB04 CB05 CE02 CE10 CE18 CE19 CE20 CE24 CE25 CE26 CG01 CG06 CG08 CT03 0.6 15 Y Y
Study and Exam Preparation [OFF-SITE] Self-study CA01 CA02 CA03 CA04 CA05 CA06 CB02 CB03 CB04 CB05 CE02 CE10 CE18 CE19 CE20 CE24 CE25 CE26 CG01 CG06 CG08 3 75 N N
Final test [ON-SITE] Assessment tests CA01 CA02 CA03 CA04 CA05 CA06 CB02 CB03 CB04 CB05 CE02 CE10 CE18 CE19 CE20 CE24 CE25 CE26 CG01 CG06 CG08 CT03 0.16 4 Y Y
Total: 6 150
Total credits of in-class work: 2.4 Total class time hours: 60
Total credits of out of class work: 3.6 Total hours of out of class work: 90

As: Assessable training activity
Com: Training activity of compulsory overcoming (It will be essential to overcome both continuous and non-continuous assessment).

8. Evaluation criteria and Grading System
Evaluation System Continuous assessment Non-continuous evaluation * Description
Assessment of problem solving and/or case studies 20.00% 20.00%
Practicum and practical activities reports assessment 10.00% 10.00%
Final test 70.00% 70.00%
Total: 100.00% 100.00%  
According to art. 4 of the UCLM Student Evaluation Regulations, it must be provided to students who cannot regularly attend face-to-face training activities the passing of the subject, having the right (art. 12.2) to be globally graded, in 2 annual calls per subject , an ordinary and an extraordinary one (evaluating 100% of the competences).

Evaluation criteria for the final exam:
  • Continuous assessment:
    Evaluation criteria not defined
  • Non-continuous evaluation:
    Evaluation criteria not defined

Specifications for the resit/retake exam:
Evaluation criteria not defined
Specifications for the second resit / retake exam:
Evaluation criteria not defined
9. Assignments, course calendar and important dates
Not related to the syllabus/contents
Hours hours
Laboratory practice or sessions [PRESENCIAL][Practical or hands-on activities] 6
Writing of reports or projects [AUTÓNOMA][Cooperative / Collaborative Learning] 15
Final test [PRESENCIAL][Assessment tests] 4

Unit 1 (de 12):
Activities Hours
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] 4
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] 1
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] 8

Unit 2 (de 12):
Activities Hours
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] 10
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] 2.5
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] 17

Unit 3 (de 12):
Activities Hours
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] 2
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] .5
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] 4

Unit 4 (de 12):
Activities Hours
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] 6
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] 1.5
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] 10

Unit 5 (de 12):
Activities Hours
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] 2
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] .5
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] 4

Unit 6 (de 12):
Activities Hours
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] 2
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] .5
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] 4

Unit 7 (de 12):
Activities Hours
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] 3
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] .75
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] 6

Unit 8 (de 12):
Activities Hours
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] 3
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] .75
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] 6

Unit 9 (de 12):
Activities Hours
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] 2
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] .5
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] 4

Unit 10 (de 12):
Activities Hours
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] 2
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] .5
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] 4

Unit 11 (de 12):
Activities Hours
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] 2
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] .5
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] 4

Unit 12 (de 12):
Activities Hours
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] 2
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] .5
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] 4

Global activity
Activities hours
10. Bibliography and Sources
Author(s) Title Book/Journal Citv Publishing house ISBN Year Description Link Catálogo biblioteca
Anderson, John D. Aircraft performance and design McGraw-Hill 978-0-07-070245-5 2012 Fifth reprint  
Tomás Elices Introducción a la Dinámica Espacial INTA 8460603822, 97884606 1991  



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