Manufacturing Engineering including an Industrial Year BEng Hons

Program Overview

The Manufacturing Engineering program at the University of Nottingham equips students with the skills to enhance manufacturing efficiency and reduce waste. Through hands-on experience with advanced technologies like robotics and 3D printing, students gain practical expertise in design, automation, and sustainability. The program's accreditation and industry partnerships ensure graduates are highly sought-after in fields such as automotive, aerospace, and consumer goods.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Manufacturing Engineering program at the University of Nottingham provides students with the knowledge and skills to improve manufacturing productivity by reducing costs and waste, ensuring products and services are delivered to industry on time and within budget. Students have access to the latest manufacturing research facilities, including robotics and 3D printing techniques. They also apply their knowledge in individual and group project settings, developing business communication skills and gaining invaluable experience for their future careers.

Outline:

Year 1

• Dynamics of Mechanical Systems
• Engineering Design Project
• Materials and Manufacturing
• Mathematics for Engineers
• Programming and Professional Skills
• Statics and Mechanics of Solids
• Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics 1

Year 2

• Advanced Mathematics and Statistics for Engineers
• Design, Manufacture, and Project
• Dynamics and Control
• Electromechanical Devices
• Engineering Management 1
• Materials in Design
• Mechanics of Solids
• Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics 2

Year 3

• Year in industry

Year 4

• BEng Individual Project
• Engineering Management 2
• Engineering Sustainability
• Flexible Manufacturing Systems
• Manufacturing Automation Technology

Assessment:

Assessment methods include:

• Coursework
• Dissertation
• Examinations
• Group coursework
• Presentation
• Research project
• Practical assessment

Teaching:

Teaching is delivered through a mix of in-person and online methods. The majority of teaching is in-person. Teaching methods include:

• Group study
• Independent study
• Lab sessions
• Lectures
• Practical classes
• Supervision
• Tutorials
• Workshops

Careers:

Graduates of the Manufacturing Engineering program work in a diverse range of employment sectors with companies including:

• Jaguar Land Rover
• Tata Steel
• Procter & Gamble
• Rolls-Royce
• Ford
• Thales

Other:

• The program is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council.
• Students have the opportunity to spend a year in industry, gaining practical experience and enhancing their employability.
• The program provides students with the opportunity to specialize through a choice of subject modules and practical work.