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Online Aerospace Engineering Courses
Who are iLearn Engineering®?
iLearn Engineering® is a UK Accredited Online Engineering College specialising in providing online engineering courses for the next generation of engineers on an international scale. Our courses have been developed by Chartered Engineers and are specifically created so they can be delivered online.
We have one of the widest ranges of Online Aerospace Courses Anywhere
Our Online Aerospace Engineering courses are designed to help you take your engineering career to the next level. Our aerospace courses are specifically designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the rapidly evolving field of engineering. Whether you are looking to pursue a career in the aerospace industry, or simply looking to expand your knowledge and expertise, iLearn Engineering® has the perfect course for you. With our experienced faculty, cutting-edge technology, and flexible learning options, you can achieve your goals on your own terms, from anywhere in the world.
What Online Aerospace Engineering Courses do you offer?
In our online aerospace engineering courses you will learn about engineering design, aircraft structures, forces and flight mechanics, aerodynamics, propulsion, and aircraft design and manufacturing. In addition you will cover the fundamental maths and science that underpin engineering as a whole.
We have a wide range of fully accredited Aerospace Engineering online courses:
Engineering Diplomas:
(40 credits)Aerospace Engineering :
International Graduate Diploma in Aerospace Engineering (Level 6)
International Graduate Diploma in Aerospace Engineering (Level 6) [120 Credit Top Up]
Higher International Certificate in Aerospace Engineering (EduQual Level 4)
Higher International Diploma in Aerospace Engineering (EduQual Level 5)
View Samples of our Aerospace Engineering Learning Material
We use a variety of media such as short videos, worked examples, practice questions and detailed e-workbooks in bite-sized format to make learning easy and manageable.
Can You Really Learn Engineering Entirely Online? Exploring the Modern Approach to Practical Engineering Education
Can You Really Learn Engineering Entirely Online?Exploring the Modern Approach to Practical Engineering Education One of the most frequently asked questions we encounter at iLearn Engineering® is: “Is it really possible to study engineering entirely online? How are the practical, hands-on elements addressed?” This question is not only valid but reflects a traditional understanding of […]
How to describe and analyse damped vibration problems involving a single degree of freedom?
How to describe and analyse damped vibration problems involving a single degree of freedom? In this blog, we shall review the mathematical analysis of single degree of freedom lumped parameter systems with damping. For more information about damping click here The damping constant, c, is analogous to the spring constant, k, with the difference being […]
How do we Analyse Simple Harmonic Motion?
How do we Analyse Simple Harmonic Motion? Many engineering systems consist of components which oscillate or vibrate in the presence of appropriate forces. This may be desirable or undesirable, or simply unavoidable. A theoretical understanding of the nature of vibration allows us to analyse and solve a wide range of engineering problems. In fact, many […]
What is Damping and Resonance?
What is Damping and Resonance? In this blog we shall explore some of the fundamental concepts of vibration, with the aim of gaining an overall appreciation and understanding of resonance and damping without any mathematical treatment. All structures are flexible to some extent. Vibration is the inevitable consequence of a structure due to its flexible […]
A Quick Guide to Thermal Stress
A Quick Guide to Thermal Stress Thermal expansion and the resulting thermal stress are key concepts in engineering and physics. They describe how materials expand or contract when exposed to temperature changes. Understanding these principles is essential for designing structures and systems that can withstand environmental fluctuations without failure. What is Thermal Expansion? When materials […]
What is Bernoulli’s principle?
What is Bernoulli’s principle? In our previous article, we looked at ideal gas laws and how they can be used in engineering problems. In this article we’re going to look into Bernoulli’s principle and how it can affect engineering problems. Bernoulli’s principle Bernoulli’s principle is a fundamental law governing the motion of fluids. It relates […]
What are ideal gas laws?
What are ideal gas laws? In our previous article, we looked at how continuity can affect engineering problems. In this article, we’re going to look into what ideal gas laws are and how they can affect engineering problems. What are ideal gas laws? Ideal gas laws are a set of laws and equations that govern […]
How can continuity affect engineering problems?
How can continuity affect engineering problems? In our previous article, we looked at how heat and temperature can affect engineering problems. In this article, we’re going to look into continuity and how it affects engineering problems. What is continuity? If we consider a steady flow at velocity, v, of a fluid with a density of […]
How can heat and temperature affect engineering problems?
How can heat and temperature affect engineering problems? In our previous article, we looked at how pressure in fluids can affect engineering problems. In this article, we’re going to look into heat and temperature and how they affect engineering problems. Heat and temperature Heat is a type of energy, measured in Joules J. When heat […]
What is pressure in fluids, and how does it affect engineering problems?
What is pressure in fluids, and how does it affect engineering problems? In our previous articles, we looked at how to use various principles, such as moments of force, to solve engineering problems. In this article, we’re going to look into principles of fluids and how they affect engineering problems. Pressure due to height of […]
How do moments of force affect engineering problems?
How do moments of force affect engineering problems? In our last article, we looked at how we can apply principles of energy and power to engineering problems. Now we’re going to dive into how moments of force can be applied to engineering problems. Moments If we want to describe a force acting on a body, […]
How can we apply the principles of energy and power to practical problems?
How can we apply the principles of energy and power to practical problems? In our last articles, we looked at things like some of the forces that can affect engineering problems, and how we can solve problems involving distance and velocity. Now we’re going to look at how we can solve problems using the principles […]
What are the forces at a point that affect engineering problems?
What are the forces at a point that affect engineering problems? In our last article, we looked at how we can solve practical problems that involve distance and velocity. Now we’re going to look at forces at a point, what they are, and how they can affect engineering problems. Before we jump in, let’s check […]
How can we solve practical problems involving distance and velocity?
How can we solve practical problems involving distance and velocity? In our last article we looked at SI units, what they are and why we use them, giving us a solid introduction to Engineering Science. In this article, we’re going to see how we can solve some practical problems with engineering. Introduction to definitions Before […]
How can we describe SI units?
How can we describe SI units? If you’ve read any of our previous articles, you’ll see that we dive into various engineering topics, such as mechanical resonance or deflection of cantilever beams. In this article, we’re going to learn all about SI units, standard engineering prefix notation, and how we can describe them. Introduction to […]
The Four Fundamental Forces that Enable Aircraft to Fly
In this article, we will identify the four main forces concerned with aircraft in flight. We will discuss the nature of these forces and deduce mathematical and descriptive definitions
Flight Mechanics of a Typical Aircraft Flight
Flight Mechanics of a Typical Aircraft Flight. This article will give a brief overview of a typical flight of an aircraft
How do we Measure Airspeed and Altitude of Aircraft?
Measuring the airspeed and altitude of an aircraft it is not as simple as you might first think, and requires the consideration of a…
What are Flight Control Surfaces?
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Engineering Projects – The critical path
Following on from our last article on engineering projects – planning for success (catch up here), this article expands on project…
Engineering Projects – Planning for success!
Being an engineer is much more than just performing calculations and making drawings. In the real-world, professional engineers are…
Aircraft Design – Aerofoil and Wing Design for Preliminary Aircraft Design
Part 2 of 3 of our Aircraft Design series. In this 20-minute video you will learn about aerofoil and wing design. If this video interests…
Aircraft Design – How to use Wing and Thrust Loading in your designs
This 18-minute video is the first tutorial in our new aircraft design series. The topic is how designers use thrust loading and wing…
Engineering Materials…What ‘stuff’ is made from
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UK Accredited Aerospace Engineering Qualifications
Higher International Certificate in Aerospace Engineering (EduQual Level 4) [120 credits]
This online aerospace engineering course has a total of 120 credits meaning that it is benchmarked to be equivalent to a full year of undergraduate study. Moreover, being a Level 4 aerospace engineering course means that it is benchmarked to the first year of a university degree course in aerospace engineering.
Most students are eligible to enrol directly on to this course because we teach you all the maths and science that you need to be successful with the rest of the course.
Students that already have a level 4 qualification in engineering, or those that have completed our Higher International Certificate in Aerospace Engineering (EduQual Level 4) qualification, are eligible to enrol on to:
Higher International Diploma in Aerospace Engineering (EduQual Level 5) [240 credits]
This online course develops your knowledge in aerospace engineering at a deeper and more specialist level.
Students working on a part time basis can typically complete these courses in a time frame of between 1 and 3 years. However, you are in control of your own learning, and it is in principle possible to finish the course much sooner than this.
Most students are eligible to enrol directly on to this course because we teach you all the maths and science that you need to be successful with the rest of the course.
International Graduate Diploma in Aerospace Engineering (Level 6) [360 credits and 120 Credits Top Up]
The International Graduate Diploma in Aerospace Engineering is a Level 6 qualification designed to advance your engineering knowledge to an internationally recognised graduate level. This fully online programme provides an in-depth exploration of specialist aerospace engineering topics, preparing learners for engineering career progression or further study. This course is available as both a 360 credit version which incorporates level 4, 5 and level 6 units, and also as a 120 credit top-up level 6 version for students that already have a level 5 aerospace qualification.
Graduates who successfully complete this programme will be well-equipped to pursue postgraduate study or take on roles that demand advanced technical and analytical expertise in aerospace engineering.
This diploma is designed with flexibility in mind, enabling students to learn at their own pace. While part-time learners typically complete the course within 24 to 36 months, those who dedicate more time to their studies have the opportunity to progress more quickly.
Unlike conventional aerospace engineering programmes that require a strong prior background in mathematics and science, this diploma offers open access enrolment. To support learners from diverse educational backgrounds, the course includes foundation units in engineering mathematics and science, ensuring students build the essential knowledge needed before progressing to specialist mechanical engineering topics.
This qualification is ideal for those seeking to bridge the gap between undergraduate and postgraduate study or for professionals looking to expand their expertise for career progression in specialised engineering disciplines.
Engineering Diplomas (EduQual Level 4/5) [40 credit]
We also offer a range of shorter online aerospace engineering courses leading to the accredited qualifications of:
Diploma in Aerospace Engineering
Diploma in Principles of Flight
Diploma in Aerospace Structures
Diploma in Aerodynamics, Propulsion and Space
These qualifications are ideal for learners that wish to study a specific topic of interest to them all who wish to complete the course in a shorter time frame then our full 120 credits courses above. These 40 credit qualifications can typically be completed in a time frame of between two and six months.
Fast Track Qualifications [20 credit]
For students who are looking to complete an online aerospace engineering course in the shortest time frame possible, we have the following accredited 20 credit qualification:
Certificate in Engineering (EduQual level 4/5)
Students can typically complete this fast-track engineering course online within one to three months.
Why Choose iLearn Engineering®?
Real Chartered Engineers
We are a team of Chartered Engineers and academics. We understand what engineers need to know and we also understand what engineering businesses expect from their engineers.
Enrol 356 days a year – start when you are ready
iLearn Engineering® take a unique view to how their courses are made available to their learners. First, learning is asynchronous, meaning that learners can start their course anytime, 365 days a year.
No schedules, no classes, no deadlines, and no exams.
Instead unlike a traditional college, with iLearn Engineering® the learner is in control over how long it takes them to complete their course. Students study the learning material at their own pace, fitting it in around their existing commitments, and therefore learners do not need to give up their job or other commitments to gain an engineering qualification.
Full UK Accreditation
The aerospace engineering courses that iLearn Engineering® deliver have been accredited to be at levels 4, 5 and 6 which makes them equivalent to studying the first, second and third years respectively of a university course in aerospace engineering. Therefore, you can be assured of the academic rigour and quality of courses on offer.
Easy to Follow Bite-sized Learning
Our carefully developed learning material has been designed to be accessible to almost any learner from any background comprising of short videos, worked examples and practice questions to prepare the learner for their written assignments.
Tutor Support
Full tutor support is always on hand to help students that need that little bit of extra help, so you are never completely alone. Tutorials can be arranged with real engineers on a one to one basis.
Wide Range of Career Opportunities in the Aerospace Industry
There are a variety of careers available in the field of aerospace engineering, ranging from research and development to manufacturing and testing. Here are a few examples of the many career paths you could pursue:
- Aerospace engineer: In this role, you would design and test various types of aircraft, spacecraft, and missiles.
- Systems engineer: A systems engineer works on the overall design of an aerospace system, including subsystems like propulsion, avionics, and communications.
- Flight test engineer: This type of engineer is responsible for designing and conducting tests on aircraft and spacecraft to ensure they meet safety and performance standards.
- Manufacturing engineer: In this role, you would oversee the production of aerospace components and systems, ensuring they are manufactured to high-quality standards.
- Quality control engineer: A quality control engineer works to ensure that all aerospace components and systems meet safety and performance standards.
- Research engineer: This type of engineer focuses on developing new technologies and techniques for use in the aerospace industry.
- Project manager: In this role, you would oversee the planning, budgeting, and execution of aerospace projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
These are just a few examples of the many careers available in the field of aerospace engineering. The industry is constantly evolving, which means there are always new opportunities emerging for skilled and talented professionals.
Why Aerospace Engineering?
Aerospace Engineering is a fascinating and challenging field that deals with the design, development, testing, and maintenance of aircraft, spacecraft, satellites, and other aerospace systems. Aerospace engineers work on a variety of projects, from designing and testing aircraft engines, to developing new materials and technologies that can withstand the harsh conditions of space. This field is constantly evolving, and there is always something new to learn and discover.
Moreover, Aerospace Engineering is an essential industry that plays a critical role in national security, commercial air travel, and space exploration. It offers a wide range of career opportunities, including research and development, manufacturing, design, and testing. The demand for skilled aerospace engineers is always high, and there are numerous exciting opportunities available for those with the right skills and qualifications.
Engineering is often said to be the application of science, and never was it truer than in today’s modern economy where it plays a pivotal role in the development of new solutions to today’s global problems.
Aerospace engineering is one of the largest growing engineering sectors, and employees over 80 million jobs worldwide, in areas from aircraft design, systems engineering, supply chain management, and increasingly in space programmes. Aerospace engineering is fundamental to the connected world in which we live ensuring safe and reliable travel for passengers and freight across the globe.
It is not surprising then that many students or keen to study aerospace engineering given the wide range of interesting careers that are on offer.
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