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Tuition fee
2250 GBP / full
2250 GBP / full
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Tuition fee
2250 GBP / full
2250 GBP / full
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Duration
5 days
Duration
5 days
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Campus location
Cranfield, United Kingdom
Campus location
Cranfield, United Kingdom
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

The Weapon Systems Technology course offered by Cranfield University covers the engineering and technology behind large calibre guns and cannons, as well as barrel strength, recoil systems, gun dynamics and feedback control for gun accuracy.

Overview

What you will learn

On successful completion of this Weapon Systems Technology course offered by Cranfield University you will be able to: 

  • Describe and identify the elements that make up a gun system,
  • Explain the fundamentals of gun dynamics and weapon control applied to guns and the effect they have on the accuracy and consistency,
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the current technology applied to; gun barrels, breeches, recoil systems and stability mechanism including their method of operation,
  • Describe the factors which affect the hit probability of a gun system and be able to identify the key components of an error budget,
  • Technically evaluate the current technology covering the design of cannon, their operating mechanisms and ammunition,
  • Understand the design principals of both direct and indirect fire gun ammunition.

Programme Structure

The program focuses on:

  • Build-up of a gun,
  • Target analysis,
  • Fire control systems,
  • Gun dynamics,
  • Gun control systems.

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 5 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 weapon systems with an understanding of the systems' technology employed. 
  • The course would also benefit to those involved in requirements capture and procurement of weapon systems.

Tuition Fees

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

    Non-residents
    2250 GBP / full
    2250 GBP / full
  • Domestic

    Citizens or residents
    2250 GBP / full
    2250 GBP / full

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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