University of Portland Bulletin 2024-2025

ME 447 Propulsion

Introduction to the operation, analysis, and design of air-breathing and space propulsion engines and systems. Application of thermodynamics, compressible fluid flow and combustion fundamentals to the design of gas turbine and rocket engines and components, including turbomachines, combustors, nozzles and diffusers.

Cross Listed Courses

ME 547

Prerequisite

ME 331, EGR 311
  • Up one level
  • 400