Professional Certificates (Aerospace Engineering)
The Professional Certificate in Aerospace Engineering, offered by TUM Asia, provides a flexible pathway for professionals to upskill in key areas of aerospace science and technology. Designed and taught by experts from TUM, Germany’s leading technical university, the course integrates theoretical foundations with practical applications in areas such as aeronautics, flight mechanics, control systems, safety, and additive manufacturing.
Participants can choose and complete individual modules based on their interests, earning a Professional Certificate for each. Those seeking to advance further can stack selected modules towards a Graduate Diploma or ultimately a Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering, awarded by TUM (Germany’s #1 university and top in the EU, QS Rankings 2026).
Highlights
Upgrade Your Skills and Learn from German Experts
Build Your Career Journey with Industry-focused Skills
Choose modules that align with your career goals, earn Professional Certificates, and stack them towards a Graduate Diploma or Master’s at your own pace.
German Engineering, Asian Relevance
Our lecturers collaborate with industry partners, incorporating real-world examples to enhance practical learning and immediate application in your work.
Expand Network, Build Global Connections
Connect with professionals worldwide, creating valuable collaborations and relationships that enhance your career opportunities.
Tailored Learning, Designed for Your Growth
Flexible modules designed to fit your career aspirations. Start with key modules, build your expertise over time, and strengthen your skills while achieving industry-recognised certifications. Stack towards a Graduate Diploma and, ultimately, a Master’s degree.
Who Should Attend
For individuals and professionals working in the aerospace sector, as well as those seeking to upskill or transition into this specialised field.
Certification
Participants will be awarded a Certificate of Attendance (Professional Certificate) for each completed module, issued by TUM Asia.
- Attending the written examination is optional for those pursuing the Professional Certificate.
- Participants who take the examination will receive a TUM Asia transcript with the corresponding grade.
- A Certificate of Attendance will be issued to participants who meet the minimum attendance requirement of 75%.
Stack Your Modules to a Higher Qualification
Modules are stackable towards a Graduate Diploma in Flight Control Systems. Participants who complete all six modules will earn the Graduate Diploma, which can also be stacked towards a TUM’s Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering.
Modules Available
Structural Modelling Lab
The module demonstrates the use of common Finite Element software tools using typical examples from the field of aerospace structures. The most important basics of FEM, and modelling aspects will be covered. Typical questions in the structural calculation from the areas of statics and dynamics serve as examples. With the knowledge gained, aeronautical structures can be modelled, analysed and evaluated with regard to their characteristics.
Additive Manufacturing
The module is an introduction to additive manufacturing and focuses on additive manufacturing technologies for both polymers and metals. The entire process chain of additive manufacturing is discussed, including feedstock materials, part design, production processes, monitoring, post-processes, and standardisation. The module is enriched by a hands-on printing exercise, exemplary applications, expert talks from industry, and field trips.
Safety and Certification of Aircraft
This module covers Aviation Safety Principles, Basics in Regulations, Airworthiness Code (CS-27, CS-29), Loads, Stress & Fatigue, Performance Categories, Safety Analysis & Flight Accident Investigation. During the presentation of the basic chapters of flight safety and certification the students have the possibility to discuss the important aspects together with the professor. The module covers following chapters such as Aviation Safety Principles, Basics in Regulations Airworthiness Code (CS-27, CS-29), Loads, Stress and Fatigue, Performance Categories, Safety Analysis, and Flight Accident Investigation.
Safety and Certification of Avionics & Flight Control System
This module addresses the certification process of avionics and flight control systems in commercial aviation. The focus of this lecture lies in safety analysis methods, taking common approaches of their employment in development projects of safety-critical systems in the industry into account. The module begins with giving a general overview of the development and certification of flight control systems, along with the contents of relevant development standards and recommended practices and the resulting process structure. Based on this, profound knowledge of the process and methods of safety assessment of complex technical systems in aircraft is conveyed.
Introduction to Flight Mechanics
This module will cover topics in flight system dynamics and flight control. Students will be able to understand relations between aircraft performance and flight control. Through this module, students will be able to apply aircraft performance calculations that are required in the preliminary design of aircraft and will be able to design basic flight controllers for stabilisation and improvement of flight properties.
MATLAB Aero Lab
Embark on an exploration of MATLAB and Simulink in the dynamic field of aerospace engineering with the MATLAB Aero Labs course. This comprehensive module is designed to arm you with the fundamental skills and advanced techniques essential for modeling, simulation, and control in aerospace applications. Through a hands-on approach, you’ll delve into MATLAB and Simulink toolboxes, discovering their vast capabilities in simulation, system analysis, optimisation, and control design. The course begins with general exercises that introduce you to the breadth of tools and functions available. This foundation will enable you to tackle more complex problems and algorithms confidently. As the programme progresses, you’ll engage in specialised exercises that focus on aerospace-specific challenges, particularly in flight system dynamics and flight control systems. These exercises are tailored to provide a deeper understanding of how MATLAB and Simulink can be leveraged to enhance innovation and efficiency in aerospace engineering tasks. In engineering, proficiency in MATLAB and Simulink is essential. From startups to major companies, these tools are the backbone of designing control systems, modeling systems, and analyzing dynamics across various engineering fields. Mastering them is essential not only for future aerospace engineers but for any engineer who aims to contribute in the domain of modelling, system analysis and control.
Flight Control Systems
This module introduces the basic operating principle of flight controls. Based on the non-linear equations of motion of airplanes and basic control theory principles, control strategies are derived in order to improve the handling qualities or stability of airplanes. In addition, strategies for the implementation of autopilots are presented.
Advanced Flight Control Systems
This module conveys complex control concepts for aircraft. How the C*-criterion is derived and modern concepts of adaptive control in aviation are covered.
Introduction to Aeronautics
This module will provide a basic overview of the different systems and processes applied in aviation. A general understanding of civil and military aviation will be given to enable basic differentiation of different aircraft configurational layouts. In particular, the interaction among different system elements, their respective requirements and their impact on configuration level will be outlined.
Each module consists of 45 teaching hours.
Schedule
| Module | Date |
|---|---|
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Structural Modelling Lab |
TBA |
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Additive Manufacturing |
TBA |
|
Safety and Certification of Aircraft |
TBA |
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Safety and Certification of Avionics & Flight Control Systems |
TBA |
|
Introduction to Flight Mechanics |
TBA |
|
MATLAB Aero Lab |
TBA |
|
Flight Control Systems |
TBA |
|
Advance Flight Control Systems |
TBA |
|
Introduction to Aeronautics |
TBA |
Fees
The fee for each participant per module is SGD 2,398 (GST inclusive).
Registration closes one week prior to the module start date. Payment must be completed before the module begins.
Preferential Pricing
For a limited time, TUM Asia offers preferential pricing for multiple module or group sign-ups*:
- 2 modules: 10% discount
- 3 modules: 15% discount
- 4 or more modules: 20% discount
*Companies can combine module choices for group discounts. For instance, if two employees from the same organisation each sign up for 2 modules (totaling 4), a 20% discount applies. Discounts are valid only if all modules are paid for together in a single invoice. Contact us to learn more.
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