Course Details in 2025/26 Session

Module Title	LM Individual Engineering Project (MEng)
School	Metallurgy and Materials
Department	Metallurgy & Materials
Module Code	04 24925
Module Lead	Dr Clive Ponton
Level	Masters Level
Credits	60
Semester	Full Term
Pre-requisites
Co-requisites
Restrictions	MEng Mechanical and Materials Engineering students only
Contact Hours	Lecture-9 hours Tutorial-5 hours Practical Classes and workshops-6 hours Guided independent study-580 hours Total: 600 hours
Exclusions
Description	The aim of the module is to teach each student a number of skills: To develop the ability to work as an independent engineering researcher through an individual materials engineering research project involving about 19 timetabled weeks of work. To find and appraise previous literature on the research topic in considerable depth and degree of critical analysis. To plan a course of action. To undertake and complete a programme of work. To report the results by oral and written communication.
Learning Outcomes	These link to the AHEP v4 learning outcomes: 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) Identify and analyse ethical concerns and make reasoned ethical choices informed by professional codes of conduct (C8/M8) Use a risk management process to identify, evaluate and mitigate risks (the effects of uncertainty) associated with a particular project or activity (C9/M9) Adopt a holistic and proportionate approach to the mitigation of security risks (C10/M10) Adopt an inclusive approach to engineering practice and recognise the responsibilities, benefits and importance of supporting equality, diversity and inclusion (C11/M11) Use practical laboratory and workshop skills to investigate complex problems (C12/M12) Select and apply appropriate materials, equipment, engineering technologies and processes, recognising their limitations (C13/M13) Discuss the role of quality management systems and continuous improvement in the context of complex problems (C14/M14) Apply knowledge of engineering management principles, commercial context, project and change management, and relevant legal matters including intellectual property rights (C15/M15) 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/M18) Apply a comprehensive knowledge of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles to the solution of complex problems. Much of the knowledge will be at the forefront of the particular subject of study and informed by a critical awareness of new developments and the wider context of engineering (M1) Formulate and analyse complex problems to reach substantiated conclusions. This will involve evaluating available data using first principles of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles, and using engineering judgment to work with information that may be uncertain or incomplete, discussing the limitations of the techniques employed (M2) Select and apply appropriate computational and analytical techniques to model complex problems, discussing the limitations of the techniques employed (M3) Select and critically evaluate technical literature and other sources of information to solve complex problems (M4) Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader of a team. Evaluate effectiveness of own and team performance (M16) Communicate effectively on complex engineering matters with technical and non-technical audiences, evaluating the effectiveness of the methods used (M17)
Assessment	24925-01 : Module Mark : Dissertation (100%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Continuous assessment as follows: Autumn Term: 3000 word Progress Report comprising a preliminary literature review, project plan, experimental methodology and any preliminary experimental/practical work with associated safety aspects, and a 30 minute interview in the last week of the Autumn Term (30%). Spring Term: Project assessed by written report of 8000 words maximum submitted in last week of Spring Term (50%). Summer Term: Oral presentation of 15 minutes in Week 1 of Summer Term (15%) Supervisor's mark (5%).
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