Mechanical Engineering BEng (Hons) / MEng

In this module, you'll build your confidence in using computers for engineering activity, learning about their capabilities and limitations by producing components. You'll create and evaluate designs, demonstrate injection moulding processes, and use cross-disciplinary knowledge of economics, mathematics and science to inform your analysis of engineering solutions.

In this module, you'll define open-ended problems with product design specifications, then apply problem-solving techniques and knowledge of standard components to create and present a design solution. You'll learn about sources of design information, the effective use of engineering components, and how to size features for creative engineering solutions.

In this module, you'll use MATLAB to model physical processes and apply mathematical techniques. You'll also learn to formulate algorithms, and to recognise, define and apply functions. On completion of the module, you'll be ready to demonstrate the crucial analytical and computational skills for solving complex engineering problems.

Through stress analysis, kinematics, vibration theory and more, you'll evaluate complex structures and mechanisms in an engineering context. You'll pair this with study of problem-solving, numeracy and communication skills, building your readiness for mechanical engineering careers.

You'll expand on your understanding of the second law of thermodynamics in this module, and learn to apply analytical and semi-empirical methods to practical thermofluid processes. Then you'll flex your problem-solving skills as you appraise issues in combustion, fluid flow, heat transfer and energy conversion.

You can learn programming from scratch on this module, picking up programming techniques and ways of using algorithms, data structures and graphical interfaces. You'll work with Visual Basic and embedded systems languages, using them to analyse and solve problems with code. Completing this module means you'll have the core skills for programming in engineering careers.

In this module, you'll evaluate metals, polymers, ceramics and composites, and how to use them in mechanical manufacturing applications. Looking at the composition and properties of these materials, you'll identify their capabilities and limitations, and make recommendations of optimal materials for processing techniques. You'll also apply scientific, technological and engineering principles to address problems in next-generation fabrication designs.

You will gain an understanding and demonstrate building theory and higher-level automated system concepts. You will bring technologies together into practical projects and evaluate solutions across functionality, impacts, sustainability, legislation and ethics. You’ll apply robotics theory, understand and apply automation concepts, demonstrate integrated technologies, and evaluate developed solutions.

You'll choose a project assigned by staff or propose your own idea, working independently and meeting regularly with your supervisor. You'll use the engineering skills and knowledge you gained throughout the course, demonstrate your awareness of the wider context of engineering, and be assessed through items including a portfolio, a final report and a presentation.

In this module you'll examine and develop applications to engineering problems involving solid mechanics, and be assessed through computer-based tests, a group technical report and a written exam. After this module you'll be able to analyse the theoretical bases of the Finite Element Formulation, and apply this to relevant problems in solid mechanics.

In this module, you'll consider national and international responses to global environmental issues, using perspectives drawn from risk management, life-cycle analysis and security frameworks. You'll appraise materials and processes, technical innovations and ethical behaviour, in preparation for careers that can drive positive change.

In this module, you'll evaluate and apply proven industry approaches for optimising manufacturability, conforming to standards, and reducing defects. You'll see how engineers can influence quality at the design stage, meet external codes and standards, and manage tools for quality control. On completion, you'll have developed your understanding of how to engineer high-quality products at scale.

You'll learn to use conservation principles to describe fluid motion and demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the nature of turbulent flows. You'll learn how to apply thermodynamic principles, and to critically analyse thermal plant performance and system design.

You'll develop your domain knowledge through thematic areas such as biological and medical, manufacturing, internet-of-things, social networking, finance and marketing as you learn to compare and contrast the performance of different types of data analysis techniques.

You'll determine system requirements and design relevant controllers in this module, using industry-standard computer aided engineering packages.

You'll also explore the relative stability of systems, apply function identification to live data, and analyse the effects of changing parameters in a control system.

Working independently, with guidance from your supervisor, you'll hone your project management abilities while analysing problems, producing solutions, and reflecting on your work through reports and presentations. On completion, you'll be able to demonstrate your professional capabilities in handling complex problems and technical uncertainty.

In this module you'll examine and develop applications to engineering problems involving solid mechanics, and be assessed through computer-based tests, a group technical report and a written exam. After this module you'll be able to analyse the theoretical bases of the Finite Element Formulation, and apply this to relevant problems in solid mechanics.

In this module, you'll consider national and international responses to global environmental issues, using perspectives drawn from risk management, life-cycle analysis and security frameworks. You'll appraise materials and processes, technical innovations and ethical behaviour, in preparation for careers that can drive positive change.

In this module, you'll evaluate and apply proven industry approaches for optimising manufacturability, conforming to standards, and reducing defects. You'll see how engineers can influence quality at the design stage, meet external codes and standards, and manage tools for quality control. On completion, you'll have developed your understanding of how to engineer high-quality products at scale.

You'll learn to use conservation principles to describe fluid motion and demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the nature of turbulent flows. You'll learn how to apply thermodynamic principles, and to critically analyse thermal plant performance and system design.

You'll develop your domain knowledge through thematic areas such as biological and medical, manufacturing, internet-of-things, social networking, finance and marketing as you learn to compare and contrast the performance of different types of data analysis techniques.

You'll determine system requirements and design relevant controllers in this module, using industry-standard computer aided engineering packages.

You'll also explore the relative stability of systems, apply function identification to live data, and analyse the effects of changing parameters in a control system.

You'll summarise and present the design of a mechanical component, and use static, modal and eigen buckling analyses to critically assess the viability of finite element models for analysing engineering components. You'll build robust and accurate models to simulate components, evaluate them, and suggest improvements.

In this module, you'll model and analyse heat transfer modes, evaluating the effect of operation and design variables on performance. You'll consider fuel types and their environmental effects as you learn to employ LMTD and NTU methods for heat exchanger sizing. When you complete the module, you'll be able to demonstrate technical competency twinned with societal awareness.

In this module, you'll work under professional conditions as you collaborate on a challenging systems design brief. You'll design an engineering response that meets a given business goal; as you do so, you'll polish and demonstrate skills such as communication, risk mitigation, project planning and control, and critical thinking. You'll emerge from this module with experience of the soft skills that companies will expect from you.

In this module, you'll focus on fracture mechanics, fatigue, and other threats to integrity in engineering structures. You'll examine methods to predict damage tolerance and likely lifespan of components, and to assess engineering designs for failure modes.

In this module you'll learn to use computational fluid dynamics (CFD) software to model and analyse complex fluid flow situations. You'll appraise the CFD currently being used by researchers in the field, understanding its potential and its limitations, as you develop your appreciation of the numerical methods used in CFD studies.

In this module, you'll apply in-depth knowledge of control systems to analyse complex design specifications, then propose and test your solutions. You'll use computer-aided engineering (CAE) packages to simulate systems, and solve industrial control issues.

You'll examine energy potential and the limitations of wind, solar, tidal, wave, hydro and geothermal energy solutions, aw well as exploring energy efficiency, sustainability, and the environmental and economic aspects of energy.