Aeronautical Engineering
Introduction:
Aeronautical /
Aerospace Engineering is one of the most challenging fields of engineering with
a wide scope for growth. This field deals with the development of new
technology in the field of aviation, space exploration and defence systems. It
specialises in the designing, construction, development, testing, operation and
maintenance of both commercial and military aircraft, space crafts and their
components as well as satellites and missiles.
As Aerospace
engineering involves design and manufacture of very high technology systems,
the job requires manual, technical as well as mechanical aptitude. Aeronautical
engineer's usually work in teams under the supervision of senior
engineers, bringing together their skills and technical expertise. Though
highly paid, the work is very demanding. An aeronautical engineer needs to be
physically fit and fully dedicated to his work. One needs to be alert, have an
eye for detail and should have a high level of mathematical precision to be
successful.
Eligibility & Course Areas:
Ø To be an
aeronautical engineer one should have a graduate degree (B.E/B.Tech.) or at
least a diploma in Aeronautics. The degree and postgraduate degree courses are
offered by the engineering colleges and Institutes of Technology (IITs), and
the diploma courses are available at polytechnics.
Ø The basic
eligibility criteria for a BE / B.Tech is 10+2 or equivalent examination, with
Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics and must have a fairly high percentage of
marks in the aggregate. One must also pass the qualifying exam JEE (Joint
Entrance Exam) conducted by the IIT's.
Selection:
Ø Selection to the
graduate courses ( BE / B.Tech ) is based on merit i.e the marks secured in the
final exams of 10+2 and through entrance exams. Entrance to the IIT's is
through 'JEE' (Joint Entrance Exam) and for other institutions through their
own separate entrance exams and other state level and national level exams.
Most of the institutes conducting engineering courses in Aeronautics consider
JEE score as the qualifying grade.
Ø There is also the
Associate Membership Examination of the Institute of Engineers (AMIE), which
enables working people in the private and public sector, or diploma holders to
acquire a Bachelor's engineering degree through distance education by studying
the syllabus and appearing for the Associate membership examination of the
Institute of Engineers (AMIE) conducted by ASI ('The Aeronautical Society of
India'). This degree is equivalent to aeronautical engineering degree. Those
with a degree in electronics, mathematics or physics can also find
opportunities in this area.
Ø Some Institutes
offer postgraduate (M Tech) and Doctoral (Ph D) programmed in Aeronautics. The
Madras Institute of Technology offers a three year Graduate Programmed in
Aeronautical Engineering for BSc students, subject to their having passed Maths
and Physics at the graduation stage. The Indian Institute of Science (IIS),
Bangalore has M Tech and Ph D programmed in aeronautics.
Duration:
The duration is four years, ending with a
degree recognized by the ministry of education, government of India. The
diploma courses are of 2-3 years duration.
Personal Skills:
Aeronautical engineers should have an eye for
detail and be good at problem-solving. They need mathematical precision and
design skills, computer skills, and the ability to communicate well. They also
need good planning ability and a knack for working under pressure. An
aeronautical engineer needs to be physically fit an may need to often work at
great speed especially in checking and maintenance of aircrafts during
turnarounds. They must have a normal colour vision.
Job Prospects & Career Options:
Ø Aeronautical
Engineers work with one of the most technologically advanced branches of engineering.
The main thrust in this area is on design and development of aircrafts to space
and satellite research. Jobs are available with the national, international,
public and private Airline Services as well as aircraft-manufacturing units.
Ø Job opportunities
for an Aeronautical Engineer in India, lies with various airlines like Air
India, Indian Airlines, Helicopter Corporation of India and flying clubs,
private airlines and government owned air service and aircraft manufacturers
like the Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. (HAL) with its factories at Bangalore,
Nashik, Koraput, Kanpur etc. Defense Research and Development Laboratories,
National Aeronautical Lab (NAL), Aeronautical Development Establishment, Civil
Aviation Department etc. The Defence services and Indian Space Research
Organisation (ISRO) also happen to be two major employers.
Remuneration:
Engineers in government organisations, are paid
official scales while those in the private sector are paid according to the
scales decided by the management of the company.
The approximate starting salaries in the government
/public sectors such as HAL, NAL are Rs. 8,000 to Rs.10,000 (excluding other
allowances). In the private sector, the scales are decided by the management of
the company and are approximately Rs.8,000 to Rs.15,000 per month plus perks.
Engineering graduates with management degrees get a starting salary of
Rs.10,000 to Rs.40,000 per month plus perks. Entrepreneurs can earn above
Rs.20,000/- per month. Airline professionals get fringe benefits of free travel
for self and family also, apart from numerous other perks.
Courses:
Aeronautical Engineering is offered by the Indian
Institute of Technology in Chennai, Mumbai, Kanpur and Kharagpur and also by
the Punjab Engineering College, Chandigarh. The Madras Institute of Technology
offers a three year Graduate Programmed in Aeronautical Engineering for B Sc
students, subject to their having passed Maths and Physics at the graduation
stage. The Indian Institute of Science (IIS), Bangalore has M Tech and Ph D
programmed in Aeronautics.
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