Horizontal and Vertical Integration of Design: An Approach to Curriculum Revision*
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The horizontal and vertical integration of design is discussed as a paradigm for redesigning the aerospace engineering curriculum at the University of Cincinnati. The motivation for such change is described in detail together with the educational philosophy developed in response to internal and external information gathering exercises. The general form of the newly proposed curriculum is presented. Finally, the blueprint of the curriculum revision process undertaken at the University of Cincinnati is described for the benefit of future curriculum revision efforts.
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