The program offers a unique blend of academic instruction, hands-on design challenges, and exclusive industry visits to leading aerospace companies in the Los Angeles area.
The UCLA Aerospace Engineering: Pre-College Program offers high school students an immersive experience into the mechanics of air and spacecraft. Participants will learn about rocketry, the physics of flight, and orbital mechanics through hands-on design challenges, culminating in the creation and launch of their own glider or rocket. The program also includes visits to leading aerospace companies and insightful talks by industry professionals, providing real-world insights into the field. Students will gain a foundational understanding of flight mechanics, aerodynamics, propulsion systems, and aircraft design, and explore the differences between aeronautical and astronautical engineering. The curriculum emphasizes practical application and career exploration within the dynamic aerospace industry.
A typical day includes academic courses from 9am-12pm, followed by afternoons dedicated to course-specific academic excursions, guest speakers, or activities.
This program is ideal for high school students aged 14-18 with an interest in aerospace engineering, physics, and hands-on design challenges.
University of California, Los Angeles
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