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A E 535 - Mechanics of Composite Structures

A E 535: Mechanics of Composite Structures (3 units) at San Diego State University. 1 section offered in Spring 2027, with meeting times, instructors, and seat counts. Prerequisites: A E 280 and A E 310 or M E 314. Counts toward Aerospace Engineering, B.S. (2026-27), Aerospace Engineering, B.S. (2025-26).

3 units
  • Mechanical Systems
  • Major
  • Six Units Selected from
Offered: Summer 2027 (not offered), Spring 2027 (offered), Fall 2026 (unknown)
Micro- and macro-mechanics of composite materials, classical lamination theory, initial failure prediction and progressive failure analysis of laminates, analysis of beam and plate structures, stiffness and strength based design of composites.
Prerequisites
A E 280 and A E 310 or M E 314.

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Grading
LCR: Letter Grade with Cr/NC available. The grading default for the class will be letter grade, but students can opt to take it for Cr/NC
Repeatable
Maximum 3 units.
Typically offered
Fall/Spring
Cross-listed with
M E 535

1 section in Spring 2027

Class #8341· In-person · Open · Letter or CR/NC
40 of 40 seats open
Mon, Wed 4:00 PM-5:15 PM · GMCS 327

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