he Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Air Force Institute of Technology ( AFIT) provides educational expertise (through the doctoral level) in Aeronautical Engineering, Astronautical Engineering, Materials Science, Systems Engineering, Space Systems, Mechanical Engineering, and Engineering Mechanics.

The major departmental effort is devoted to teaching and research in support of programs leading to the Master's degree in the first five of these program areas and Doctoral studies in any area of departmental activity. The Master of Science programs in Aeronautical Engineering, Astronautical Engineering, and Systems Engineering are all accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology ( ABET). The North Central Association of Colleges and Universities accredits all other Masters level degree programs.

The requirements and curricula specified in this website apply to all full-time students and to all part-time students admitted to the Master level degree programs in Aeronautical Engineering ( GAE), Astronautical Engineering (GA), Materials Science (GMS), Systems Engineering (GSE & ISE), and Space Systems (GSS) during the period of 1 June 2005 to 31 July 2006. Course descriptions and schedules are also provided in this website.