AERO4200 Flight Mechanics and Avionics
Professor Kris Ryan
School of Mechanical & Mining Engineering
Course overview
- Lecture and workshop/applied class
- Level: undergraduate, 3rd year
- Size: large class – approximately 100 students
This course explores aircraft performance, stability, control, and avionics, examining how aircraft interact with the atmosphere during all phases of flight. It covers equilibrium, control systems, navigation, guidance technologies, and flight efficiency.
Lecturer's biography
Kris is a recognised higher education leader and educator whose work has focused on advancing teaching, learning and student experience. He has led the design of innovative learning environments and the development of award-winning educational technologies, including a multidisciplinary online assessment platform. With more than 80 publications in tertiary education and engineering education research, his contributions to teaching innovation have received national and international recognition.
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