Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering BEng (Hons)

Program Overview

The program emphasizes hands-on projects, industry alignment, and state-of-the-art facilities, preparing graduates for diverse mechanical engineering careers. It is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, meeting the academic requirements for registration as an incorporated engineer.

Program Outline

Special emphasis on individual and team projects provides hands-on experience in engineering materials, processes, design, and analysis, along with communication and CAD/CAM skills.

Objectives:

• Prepare students to solve real-world engineering problems across diverse industries like automotive and aerospace.
• Offer a curriculum aligned with industry needs and the research community.
• Provide access to state-of-the-art engineering facilities and equipment for an immersive learning experience.
• Equip graduates with the knowledge and expertise to enter various mechanical engineering fields.

Other:

• The course has been designed with industry leaders to address the future needs of the industry.
• This course is taught and assessed in common with other engineering courses in the first two years.

Outline:

Modules:

• Year One:
• Circuit Analysis I
• Introduction to Renewable Energy
• Intro to Statics and Dynamics
• Design and CAD I
• Manufacturing Processes
• Year Two:
• Mathematics for Engineering II
• Professional Development
• Engineering of Control Systems and Signals
• Materials
• Statics and Dynamics II
• Design and CAE 2
• Manufacturing Technology
• Year Three:
• International Academic Studies (optional)
• Placement - Magee Engineering
• Year Four:
• Final Year Project
• Design and CAE 3
• Computer Aided Engineering
• Mechanical Science
• Industry 4.0

Structure:

• Full-time study spread over a week (12 weeks per semester, 2 semesters per year).
• First two years focus on common engineering principles.
• Third year dedicated to paid industrial placement (optional international study).
• Fourth year focuses on advanced design, analysis, and research, culminating in a final year project.

Assessment:

• Combination of continuous assessment (class tests, assignments) and examinations.
• Assessment methods vary depending on the module and may include practical assessments, seminars, presentations, reports, or tests.
• Individual and group projects contribute to overall assessment.

Teaching:

• Formal lectures supplemented by tutorials, laboratory sessions, and workshops.
• Hands-on laboratory sessions are integral to many modules throughout the course.
• Research, design, and project work are emphasized in the later years.
• Faculty includes Professors, Readers, Senior Lecturers, and Lecturers with diverse expertise.

Careers:

• Graduates are equipped to enter various mechanical engineering areas:
• Design and consultancy
• Materials technology
• Process engineering
• Maintenance and project management
• Manufacturing
• Strong emphasis is placed on preparing graduates for direct employment upon graduation.

Other:

• Course content is reviewed regularly to keep pace with new technologies and industry needs.