Programme And Module Handbook
 
Programme Specification


Date Specification Approved 01/06/2023
College College Eng and Physical Sci
School School of Engineering
Department Mechanical Engineering
Partner College and School Metallurgy & Materials
Collaborative Organisation and Form of Collaboration
Qualification and Programme Title B.Eng. Mechanical Engineering Full-time
Programme Code 0386
Delivery Location Campus
Language of Study English
Length of Programme 3 Year(s)
Accreditations Institution of Mechanical Engineers
Aims of the Programme a) Provide a professionally accredited course of study that is of comparable standard to those offered by other leading European universities, that will attract high quality students, irrespective of race, background, gender or physical disability both from within the UK and from overseas;
b) Educate students to BEng (Hons) level, accredited as partially meeting the educational/knowledge and understanding requirement for CEng registration as detailed in the Accreditation of Higher Education Programmes (Fourth edition) (AHEP3)
c) Provide students with a thorough knowledge of engineering principles, concepts and mathematics and with practice at using their understanding to solve problems in mechanical engineering;
d) Enable students to develop the skills necessary to engage in, plan and successfully complete individual and team design projects, and appreciate the economic, social, environmental, ethical and commercial context of their decisions;
e) Produce engineering graduates equipped to play leading roles in industry, the professions and public service, and with the intellectual abilities and transferable skills necessary to further their professional development by personal research or study;
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:
By the end of the programme students will have knowledge and understanding in the specific areas of learning of - Science and Mathematics, Engineering Analysis, Design and Innovation, The Engineer and Society, and Engineering Practice as required by AHEP 4th Edition (Learning outcomes C1-C18). They will specifically have knowledge and understanding of;
Mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles for the solution of complex problems in the field of Mechanical Engineering. Some of the knowledge will be at the forefront of the particular subject of study [related to C1]
How to analyse complex problems in Mechanical Engineering to reach substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles [related to C2]
Computational and analytical techniques relevant to modelling complex problems in Mechanical Engineering, and an understanding of their limitations. [Related to C3]
Sources of technical literature and other sources of information to address complex problems in Mechanical Engineering [Related to C4]
How a combination of societal, user, business and customer needs are used to design solutions for complex problems in Mechanical Engineering. [Relating to C5]
Integrated or systems approaches to the solution of complex problems in Mechanical Engineering [Related to C6]
The environmental and societal impact of Mechanical engineering solutions to complex problems and how to minimise adverse impact. [Related to C7]
Ethics in Mechanical Engineering practice and professional codes of conduct. [Related to C8]
Risk management and mitigation processes [Related to C5]
Holistic approaches to the mitigation of security risks [Related to C10]
Inclusive approaches to engineering practice and the benefits and importance of supporting equality, diversity and inclusion. [Related to C11]
A range of practical laboratory and workshop skills suitable for investigating complex mechanical engineering problems [ Related to C12]
Materials, equipment, engineering technologies and processes, that are appropriate for use in solutions of mechanical engineering problems [Related to C13]
Quality management systems and continuous improvement processes that can be applied to the management of complex problems mechanical engineering. [Related to C14]
Engineering management principles, commercial context, project and change management, and relevant legal matters including intellectual property rights that would be relevant to mechanical engineering. [Related to C15]
The principles of effective team working and leadership. [Related to C16]
Effective communication techniques for different audiences. [Related to C17]
Methods for planning and recording self-learning and development. [Related to C18]
Lectures, Tutorials, Problem Solving Classes, Exercise classes, Seminars, Computer Laboratories, Laboratory Experiments, Design Projects, Group Projects, Team working, Individual Projects, Practical work and Workshop training, and Independent study
Exams, Coursework, Reports, Essays, Online Assessments/Quizzes, Class Tests, Individual and Group based Design Projects, Computer Modelling Assignments, Work Sheets, Presentations/Posters/Video Presentations, and Prototype Manufacture.
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:
By the end of the programme they will have the skills and other attributes to be able to,
Apply knowledge of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles to the solution of complex problems. Some of the knowledge will be at the forefront of the particular subject of study. [C1]
Analyse complex problems to reach substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles. [C2]
Select and apply appropriate computational and analytical techniques to model complex problems, recognising the limitations of the techniques employed. [C3]
Select and evaluate technical literature and other sources of information to address complex problems. [C4]
Design solutions for complex problems that 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. [C5]
Apply an integrated or systems approach to the solution of complex problems. [C6]
Evaluate the environmental and societal impact of solutions to complex problems and minimise adverse impacts. [C7]
Identify and analyse ethical concerns and make reasoned ethical choices informed by professional codes of conduct. [C8]
Use a risk management process to identify, evaluate and mitigate risks (the effects of uncertainty) associated with a particular project or activity. [C9]
Adopt a holistic and proportionate approach to the mitigation of security risks. [C10]
Adopt an inclusive approach to engineering practice and recognise the responsibilities, benefits and importance of supporting equality, diversity and inclusion. [C11]
Use practical laboratory and workshop skills to investigate complex problems. [C12]
Select and apply appropriate materials, equipment, engineering technologies and processes, recognising their limitations. [C13]
Discuss the role of quality management systems and continuous improvement in the context of complex problems. [C14]
Apply knowledge of engineering management principles, commercial context, project and change management, and relevant legal matters including intellectual property rights. [C15]
Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader of a team. [C16]
Communicate effectively on complex engineering matters with technical and non-technical audiences. [C17]
Plan and record self-learning and development as the foundation for lifelong learning/CPD. [C18]
Team Working, Individual and Team Projects, Coursework Assignments, Lectures, Tutorials, Seminars, Computer Laboratory, Practical work and Workshop training, and Independent study.
Coursework, Reports, Essays, Individual and Team Presentations, Design & Build, Computer Tests, Computer Modelling Assignment, Presentations, and Exams