Advanced Mechanical Engineering
(MSc) Advanced Mechanical Engineering
Entry for 2024
FHEQ level
This course is set at Level 7 (Masters) in the national Framework for Higher Education Qualifications.
Course Aims
The aim of this course is to develop academic and professional excellence both for newly qualified and practising engineers who wish to extend their professional expertise in the field of advanced mechanical engineering. It aims to enhance both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in computational fluid dynamics, advanced thermofluids, advanced manufacture techniques and heat transfer. In addition, option modules covering a range of application areas allow for individual specialisation. The course benefits from the research activity and associated facilities in the Thermofluid Mechanics Research Centre.
Accreditation Marketing Text
This course is accredited up to the 2023 intake. We are currently seeking accreditation for the 2024 intake onwards, according to the rules of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers.
Course learning outcomes
M1 Apply a comprehensive knowledge of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles to the solution of complex problems. Much of the knowledge will be at the forefront of the particular subject of study and informed by a critical awareness of new developments and the wider context of engineering
M2 Formulate and analyse complex problems to reach substantiated conclusions. This will involve evaluating available data using first principles of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles, and using engineering judgment to work with information that may be uncertain or incomplete, discussing the limitations of the techniques employed
M3 Select and apply appropriate computational and analytical techniques to model complex problems, discussing the limitations of the techniques employed
M4 Select and critically evaluate technical literature and other sources of information to solve complex problems
M5 Design solutions for complex problems that evidence some originality and meet a combination of societal, user, business and customer needs as appropriate. This will involve consideration of applicable health & safety, diversity, inclusion, cultural, societal, environmental and commercial matters, codes of practice and industry standards
M7 Evaluate the environmental and societal impact of solutions to complex problems (to include the entire life-cycle of a product or process) and minimise adverse impacts
M16 Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader of a team. Evaluate effectiveness of own and team performance
M17 Communicate effectively on complex engineering matters with technical and non-technical audiences, evaluating the effectiveness of the methods used
Full-time course composition
| Year | Term | Status | Module | Credits | FHEQ level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Postgraduate Academic Year | Core | MSc Individual Project (864H1) | 60 | 7 |
| Autumn Semester | Core | Advanced Manufacturing Technologies (520H3) | 15 | 7 | |
| Core | Advanced Thermofluids (526H3) | 15 | 7 | ||
| Option | Advanced Technology Automotive Systems (532H3) | 15 | 7 | ||
| Cybernetics and Neural Networks (100H6) | 15 | 7 | |||
| Design of Clean Vehicle Propulsion (531H3) | 15 | 7 | |||
| Mechanical Dynamics (518H3) | 15 | 7 | |||
| Spring Semester | Core | Heat Transfer Applications (506H3) | 15 | 7 | |
| Core | Strategic Management - Engineering module (519H3) | 15 | 7 | ||
| Option | Computational Fluid Dynamics (501H3) | 15 | 7 | ||
| Finite Element Analysis (517H3) | 15 | 7 |
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