Mechanical Engineering

This module aims to develop your knowledge and skills in Engineering Design. You'll develop skills in design methodology, computer aided design, technical drawing and sustainable design.

This module enables you to recognise and use essential core mathematical methods and computational analysis to support further study of engineering and technology.

This module imparts knowledge of computer-aided design, programming, digital electronics, and manufacturing techniques. It readies you for diverse engineering tasks involving system design, manufacturing, and testing in various disciplines.

This module will develop and establish the fundamental principles of engineering science. You'll learn basic engineering practice and problem-solving techniques. You'll also be introduced to associated measurement techniques.

This module will provide you with an understanding of fluid power systems in modern industry. You will learn engineering theory applications and practice.

The aim of this module is to further develop the core principles and theory of mechanical engineering science.

This module will introduce modern engineering experimentation. This includes experiment design, system calibration, data acquisition, analysis and presentation. You will gain hands-on experience with modern instrumentation and systems-level experimentation.

In this module you will develop technical knowledge related to concept evolution, detail design and prototype development. You will also learn project management methods to prepare for your final year project.

This module will introduce you to the principles of fluid mechanics and thermodynamics in the context of aerodynamics and heat engines and motor sports engineering. It will develop your problem solving, mathematical modelling and computational modelling skills.

In this module you will develop the skills and knowledge that is needed to be able to participate in an operations management team.

You will develop your analytical and design skills regarding dynamics, loading, geometry and materials within engineering design and support your skills learnt in analytical design.

You will apply CAD and simulation techniques to engineering design problems. You will use state-of-the-art software used by tier-one industries, and underpin learning with analytical and numerical method.

This module involves planning, executing, and reporting on an engineering project. The project includes investigation, analysis, design, evaluation, testing, and manufacturing, based on current research or development.

In this module, you will learn about the design of mechanical engineering systems. You will experience the design methodologies and carry out parametric analyses.

This module will enable you to develop enhanced skills and knowledge in Mechanics and Materials.

This module will enable you to develop the skills and knowledge required to lead an operations management team.

This module will introduce you to the concept of engineering simulation using computer simulation software. 

This module is designed to provide you with an extended knowledge of the theory and practice of heat transfer, the ability to apply this knowledge to problem situations in the nuclear industry and a knowledge of the use of finite methods in this context.

The aim of this module is to develop your skills and knowledge in solving a variety of mechanical engineering situations and problems. You'll use specific research informed case studies, promote critical thinking and use computer based engineering tools.

On this module you'll apply scientific principles to develop mathematical and computer based models to solve unfamiliar engineering problems. You'll identify and evaluate risks and work within certain limitations and restrictions. You'll also evaluate group working activities in product design cycles and processes.

In this module, you will carry out an engineering project. This will include the analysis, design, manufacture and testing of a product or system. You will also evaluate the environmental and societal impacts of solutions.

You will develop a critical understanding of design processes that evaluate end-user experience. Topics covered include lubrication; calculating friction coefficients and wear rates; techniques for the selection, design and performance evaluation of fluid film bearings. You will learn about methods for obtaining performance data and determining the cause of tribological failures. You will also learn about appropriate maintenance and design practices for product sustainability and operational cost.

You will gain experience in the processes of maintaining product integrity within engineering design and the product cycle. You'll look at the responsibilities of the engineer to both the enterprise and society by looking at both national and international standards. You will also analyse and evaluate several risks and ethical and legal responsibilities.

This module will allow you to enhance research, investigative, evaluative and use problem solving abilities to develop a systems approach to analytical design and methodologies, investigate factors influencing the design and performance of a suitably complex engineering systems and integrate the fundamental principles.