Programme And Module Handbook
 
Programme Specification


Date Specification Approved 15/12/2020
College College Eng and Physical Sci
School Computer Science
Department Computer Science
Partner College and School Mechanical Engineering
Collaborative Organisation and Form of Collaboration
Qualification and Programme Title M.Eng. Computer Science and Software Engineering with a Year in Mechanical Engineering Full-time
Programme Code 872E
Delivery Location Dubai
Language of Study English
Length of Programme 5 Year(s)
Accreditations This programme has no outside accreditations
Aims of the Programme Within the context of the general Learning & Teaching Aims of the School, this programme aims to provide:

1. Thorough coverage of the core areas of computer science, with a systematic grounding both in its theoretical underpinnings and in practical software development, through a focussed programme offering an extensive choice of advanced and specialist options in the third year.
2. Flexibility to change programmes after the first year, e.g. to the BSc in Computer Science, or to the BSc Artificial Intelligence/Computer Science.
3. A basis for a career as a software engineer, producing graduates who are equipped to work effectively in a professional capacity, with transferable skills in numeracy, problem-solving, team working and general communication and information technology.
4. A solid foundation for advanced study in computing/IT, producing graduates who are self-motivating and are able to take responsibility for their continuing personal and professional development.
5. An accredited degree satisfying the academic requirements for Chartered Engineer status."

Additional aim for students on the 'with Year in Mechanical Engineering' programme:
Provide students with a knowledge of engineering principles, concepts and mathematics and with practice at using their understanding to solve problems in mechanical engineering.
Programme Outcomes
Students are expected to have Knowledge and Understanding of: Which will be gained through the following Teaching and Learning methods: and assessed using the following methods:
1) Mathematical, theoretical, scientific and engineering principles and methodologies relating to Computing and computer applications, for use in the analysis and solution of Computing problems and to enable appreciation and understanding of their context and of historical, current and future developments and technologies.

2) Appropriate theory, practices and tools for the analysis and evaluation of computer-based systems and their components, including appropriate analytical and quantitative methods and modelling techniques.

3) The context of the development of computer-based systems, including commercial and economic aspects, management techniques, relevant legal requirements, professional and ethical issues and the need to promote sustainable development.

4) Current problems and issues at the forefront of Computing/software engineering, including an awareness of emerging technology.

5) Engineering principles, concepts and mathematics (for students on the with Year in Mechanical Engineering programme)
Lectures, Tutorials, Exercise classes, Practical work, Independent study
Examinations, Coursework, Reports
Students are expected to have attained the following Skills and other Attributes: Which will be gained through the following Teaching and Learning methods: and assessed using the following methods:
1) The ability to analyse, specify, design and construct computer-based systems, by:
a. Applying the knowledge and understanding noted above.
b. Using appropriate information sources to obtain further information where required.
c. Identifying and understanding a range of relevant issues (e.g. environmental issues, risks, customer and user needs, cost drivers, fitness for purpose).
d. Showing creativity and innovation where appropriate.
e. Making use of appropriate tools.
f. Documenting all stages of the process.
g. Employing appropriate management techniques throughout evaluating the outcomes.

2) A professional software engineering ethos, showing commitment to quality, understanding and respecting appropriate legal frameworks, codes of practice and standards, with a responsible, ethical and open-minded attitude to their work.

3) The ability to critically evaluate and apply areas of current research and advanced scholarship in Computing/software engineering.

4) The ability to construct high quality computer-based systems in a professional manner, based on a thorough understanding of design processes and methodologies and of their contexts.

5) (transferable skills)

6) The ability to work both independently and as an effective team member.

7) The ability to use and apply general IT facilities, including those required for effective information-retrieval.

8) Numeracy, in both understanding and presenting cases involving quantitative or similar formal, symbolic dimensions.

9) Management of learning and development, including time management, organizational skills, and the ability to pursue independently further professional development.

10) Practice at using their understanding to solve problems in mechanical engineering (for students on the with Year in Mechanical Engineering programme)
Lectures, Tutorials, Exercise classes, Practical work, Projects, Independent study
Coursework, Reports, Examinations, Presentations