Introduction to Aerospace Composites

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This introductory course explores the basic concepts of composite materials commonly used in the aerospace industry. This course provides the basic knowledge of composite materials and technology that form the essential underpinnings for further exploration, regardless of discipline, e.g. maintenance, engineering, or unmanned systems. Students will learn general properties, advantages, and possible disadvantages to composite systems common in the aerospace industry as well as common design concerns, technologies and techniques for manufacturing and inspection of composite structures with a special emphasis on repair scenarios and practices. This course also identifies current and emerging health and safety issues pertinent to working with composite materials.