Highlights
Tuition fee
4200 GBP / full
4200 GBP / full
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Tuition fee
4200 GBP / full
4200 GBP / full
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Duration
10 days
Duration
10 days
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Campus location
Cranfield, United Kingdom
Campus location
Cranfield, United Kingdom
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

This Ordnance Design course offered by Cranfield University will cover an in-depth analysis of the design and manufacture of a gun system, integration and the integrity of various sub-systems based upon the ammunition, gun, propellants, ballistics and thermodynamics involved.

Overview

What you will learn

On successful completion of this Ordnance Design course offered by Cranfield University you should be able to:

  • Define the fundamental terms used in gun design,
  • Describe the processes involved in the design of a gun system,
  • Compute the forces, pressures and stresses generated in a gun system during firing,
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the engineering and physical limits of gun systems in relation to their installation and performance.

Programme Structure

The program focuses on:

  • Evaluation of gun barrel design pressure curve and maximum safe pressure,
  • Barrel material, treatment and manufacturing specifications,
  • Ordnance design (strength, wear and fatigue),
  • Barrel thermodynamics,
  • Weapon dynamics,
  • Breech design,
  • Recoil system design,
  • Muzzle brake design,
  • Super structure design (cradle and saddle).

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 10 days

Start dates & application deadlines

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Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Cranfield, United Kingdom

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

  • The course is intended to provide engineers concerned with the design and development of large calibre gun systems with an understanding of the systems' technology employed and the discreet design of key components. 
  • The course would also benefit to those involved in requirements capture and procurement of large calibre weapon systems.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
  • International

    Non-residents
    4200 GBP / full
    4200 GBP / full
  • Domestic

    Citizens or residents
    4200 GBP / full
    4200 GBP / full

Additional Details

  • £4,450: Short Course for Credit fee

Living costs

Cranfield

United Kingdom
700 - 1300 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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