An extremely broad range of research is done by the professors in GALCIT, their colleagues, and students. The GALCIT faculty maintain strong connections with colleagues throughout the Division, the Institute, and the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL). Our faculty collaborate with colleagues from Mechanical and Civil Engineering, Applied Physics and Materials Science, Computing and Mathematical Sciences, Bioengineering, Geology and Planetary Sciences, and JPL. Research in Biological Fluid Dynamics is carried out by GALCIT faculty and colleagues throughout Caltech. A student graduating with a Ph.D. in Space Engineering will Have integrated formal course work into a mature understanding of fundamental engineering concepts, and demonstrated professional competence in applying these concepts to research problems in this area; Be able to communicate this engineering knowledge to scientists and the public; Be well qualified for a career in aerospace and related fields.

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