Students gain practical experience by designing, building, and launching their own rockets, applying theoretical knowledge in a hands-on, team-based environment.
The UCLA Engineering Design - Aerospace Engineering – Rockets program offers high school students an immersive, team-based experience in rocket prototyping and testing. Participants will delve into the fundamentals of engineering design, communication, and various aspects of aerospace engineering, including flight mechanics, propulsion systems, and aircraft design. Students will gain hands-on experience using CAD tools like SolidWorks and OpenRocket to design rockets, then build them using advanced manufacturing techniques such as composite-material layups, 3D printing, and laser-cutting. The curriculum also includes learning electronics and sensor-programming in Arduino for flight data analysis. The program culminates in the launch of a final project rocket, potentially reaching several thousand feet high, at a designated launch site like the Santa Fe Dam Recreational Area or the Mojave Desert. Career exploration is integrated through discussions on how acquired knowledge applies to the aerospace industry and potential visits to local aerospace companies.
A typical day involves a mix of lectures covering engineering concepts and extensive lab activities where students engage in hands-on design, building, and testing of rocket components.
This program is ideal for high school students eager to explore aerospace engineering, gain practical design and manufacturing skills, and experience a university-level engineering environment.
The Science Academy STEM Magnet – 5525 Vineland Ave, North Hollywood, CA 91601
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