Programme And Module Handbook
 
Programme Specification


Date Specification Approved 08/06/2023
College College Eng and Physical Sci
School School of Engineering
Department Elec, Elec & Sys Engineering
Partner College and School
Collaborative Organisation and Form of Collaboration
Qualification and Programme Title M.Eng. Electronic and Electrical Engineering Full-time
Programme Code 0584
Delivery Location Campus
Language of Study English
Length of Programme 4 Year(s)
Accreditations Inst of Eng & Tech
Aims of the Programme The aim of this programme is to produce Electronic and Electrical Engineers with the ability to solve novel engineering problems by designing, developing and/or using electronic, electrical and electromagnetic devices, components and systems with the associated software, subject to trade-offs involving a set of competing goals and constraints. Their level of ability will be beyond “assembling” or “configuring” systems. They will be equipped to work effectively in a professional capacity, for example in industrial design, or research and development. Graduates should be able to contribute specialist skills to such activities. They should also have developed the technical, intellectual and transferable skills needed to underpin their education and continuing professional development.

Graduates will have a systematic knowledge and understanding of Electronic and Electrical Engineering, including various important specialisms. Some of their knowledge and understanding will be at the forefront of the discipline.

Typical graduates will be able to make sound judgements in the absence of complete information, with an awareness of the context in which they work. They will be self-motivating, and will have the qualities and transferable skills necessary to take responsibility for their continuing personal and professional development. They will only need to complete a matching section to have the education to qualify as a chartered engineer.

The high level of numeracy of graduates, and their skills in problem solving, team working, and communication and information technology, equip them for successful careers outside as well as within the electronics, electrical engineering, telecommunications and computing industries.
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:
M2. first principles of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles and be able to use them to formulate and analyse complex problems to reach substantiated conclusions. This will involve evaluating available data and using engineering judgment to work with information that may be uncertain or incomplete, discussing the limitations of the techniques employedmathematical
M3. appropriate computational and analytical techniques and be able to select and apply them to model complex problems, discussing the limitations of the techniques employed
M12. practical laboratory and workshop skills and be able to use them to investigate complex problems
M13. appropriate materials, equipment, engineering technologies and processes and be able to apply them, recognising their limitations
M14. quality management systems and continuous improvement and discuss the role of in the context of complex problems
M15. engineering management principles, commercial context, project and change management, and relevant legal matters including intellectual property rights and be able to apply them
Lectures; Tutorials, problem classes and group work; Web-based and conventional guided learning; Computer-based workshops; Group design work; Independent design work; Laboratories
Unseen and open book examinations; Problem solving exercises; Computer-based exercises; Written reports; Group design reports; Independent design reports; Computer-based exercises; Laboratory reports; Oral presentations; Project report; Peer assessment
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:
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
M6. Apply an integrated or systems approach to the solution of complex problems
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
M8. Identify and analyse ethical concerns and make reasoned ethical choices informed by professional codes of conduct
M9. Use a risk management process to identify, evaluate and mitigate risks (the effects of uncertainty) associated with a particular project or activity
M10. Adopt a holistic and proportionate approach to the mitigation of security risks
M11. Adopt an inclusive approach to engineering practice and recognise the responsibilities, benefits and importance of supporting equality, diversity and inclusion
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
M18. Plan and record self-learning and development as the foundation for lifelong learning/CPD
Lectures; Tutorials, problem classes and group work; Web-based and conventional guided learning; Computer-based workshops; Group design work; Independent design work; Laboratories; Individual Project
Unseen and open book examinations; Problem solving exercises; Computer-based exercises; Group design reports; Independent design reports; Oral presentations; Laboratory reports; Project report; Peer assessment