Mechanical Engineering (with a study abroad year)
(BEng) Mechanical Engineering (with a study abroad year)
Entry for 2021
FHEQ level
This course is set at Level 6 in the national Framework for Higher Education Qualifications.
Course Aims
The aim of this course is to produce engineering graduates who are equipped for success in a wide range of graduate careers and are able to become chartered engineers following further study; from those that require expertise in mechanical engineering directly, such as in the energy, automotive, transport, marine, construction and aerospace industries, to the many that require numerate graduates with a good understanding of project management, an ability to work effectively in teams and with excellent personal communication skills. The structure of the course reflects the need for broad-based knowledge as well as in-depth skills. Design is an essential component and spans specification, conceptual development, design embodiment, final design, manufacture, marketing and sales. All these factors are brought into play through group projects, in which students are expected to function as design teams, capable of interacting with 'clients' and presenting their work to a professional audience. A distinctive characteristic of the course is the general engineering focus of the first year, which aims to provide a solid foundation of engineering knowledge to equip the graduate for work in multidisciplinary teams.
Course learning outcomes
(US1) Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the scientific principles and methodology necessary to underpin education in mechanical engineering, to enable appreciation of its scientific and engineering context and to support the understanding of future developments and technologies.
(US2) Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the mathematical principles necessary to underpin education in mechanical engineering and to enable the application of mathematical methods, tools and notations proficiently in the analysis and solution of engineering problems.
(US3) Apply and integrate knowledge and understanding of other engineering disciplines to support the study of mechanical engineering.
(E1) Demonstrate understanding of engineering principles and the ability to apply them to analyse key engineering processes.
(E2) Able to identify, classify and describe the performance of systems and components through the use of analytical methods and modelling techniques.
(E3) Apply quantitative methods and computer software relevant to mechanical engineering to solve engineering problems.
(E4) Demonstrate understanding of, and the ability to apply, a systems approach to engineering problems.
(D1) Demonstrate the knowledge and understanding to investigate and define a problem and identify constraints, including environmental and sustainability limitations, health and safety and risk assessment issues.
(D2) Demonstrate understanding of customer and user needs and the importance of considerations such as aesthetics.
(D3) Able to identify and manage cost drivers.
(D4) Able to use creativity to establish innovative solutions.
(D5) Demonstrate the knowledge, understanding and skills to ensure fitness for purpose of a design including production, operation, maintenance and disposal.
(D6) Able to manage the design process and evaluate outcomes.
(S1) Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the commercial and economic context of engineering processes.
(S2) Demonstrate knowledge of management techniques which may be used to achieve engineering objectives within the commercial and economic context.
(S3) Demonstrate understanding of the requirement for engineering activities to promote sustainable development.
(S4) Demonstrate awareness of the framework of relevant legal requirements governing engineering activities, including personnel, health, safety, and risk (including environmental risk) issues.
(S5) Understanding of the need for a high level of professional and ethical conduct in engineering.
(P1) Demonstrate knowledge of the characteristics of equipment, processes and products applicable to the mechanical engineering discipline.
(P2) Demonstrate mechanical workshop and laboratory skills.
(P3) Understanding of contexts in which engineering knowledge can be applied (e.g. operations and management, technology, development, etc).
(P4) Able to research and use technical literature and other information sources.
(P5) Demonstrate awareness of the nature of intellectual property and contractual issues.
(P6) Demonstrate understanding of appropriate codes of practice and industry standards.
(P7) Demonstrate awareness of quality issues.
(P8) Able to work with technical uncertainty.
Able to play an effective team role in group working.
Demonstrate high level transferable skills in oral and written communication, the effective use of general IT facilities and information retrieval.
For information on the composition of this course please see either the on-line Undergraduate prospectus for undergraduate related courses or the on-line Postgraduate prospectus for postgraduate related courses.
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