Mechanical and Building Services Engineering (Royal School of Military Engineering), BEng (Hons)

Program Overview

This three-year Mechanical and Building Services Engineering program from the Royal School of Military Engineering (RSME) prepares students for senior engineering roles in the military or civilian sector. Through a comprehensive curriculum covering HVAC systems, plant management, and military management, graduates develop the technical and managerial skills necessary to provide effective solutions to complex engineering challenges. The program combines coursework, practical assessments, and research, ensuring that students gain both theoretical knowledge and practical experience in the field.

Program Outline

• Confidently communicate with clients, professional and public organizations, and individuals regarding advice and problem-solving.
• Foster positive attitudes towards career advancement based on knowledge and understanding of requirements and options within a practitioner context.
• Engineering Management (10 credits): This module explores the principles of engineering management, including project planning, resource allocation, and quality control.
• Engineering Science (10 credits): This module provides a foundation in the scientific principles underlying engineering, including mechanics, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics.

Year 2:

• Ancillary Building Services Engineering (30 credits): This module explores the various ancillary building services, such as electrical systems, plumbing, and fire protection.
• HVAC Engineering Advanced (15 credits): This module builds upon the foundation laid in Year 1, delving into advanced HVAC system design and analysis.
• Integrated Design Project (30 credits): This module provides practical experience in integrating various building services into a cohesive design.
• Water and Waste Water Engineering Advanced (15 credits): This module explores advanced topics in water and wastewater engineering, including advanced treatment processes and sustainable water management.
• Applied Professional Practice 2 30 Credits (30 credits): This module focuses on the practical application of engineering principles in real-world settings.

Year 3:

• Military Management (30 credits): This module explores the principles of military management, including leadership, strategy, and logistics.
• Engineering in Complex Environments (30 credits): This module examines the challenges and opportunities of engineering in complex environments, such as military operations or disaster relief.
• Individual Project (30 credits): This module allows students to undertake an independent research project related to their chosen area of specialization.
• Mechanical and Building Services Engineering Project (30 credits): This module culminates in a major design project, integrating the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the program.

Assessment:

The assessment methods vary depending on the module. However, the program generally utilizes a combination of:

• Coursework: This includes assignments, reports, and presentations.
• Practical Assessments: These may involve laboratory experiments, design projects, or simulations.

Teaching:

• The program is taught by an experienced team of academics, professional practitioners with industry experience, lab technicians, and external experts who provide guest lectures.
• PhD researchers also offer lab support, which undergraduate students find beneficial.
• Learning takes place through a combination of timetabled learning and independent study.
• Timetabled learning may fall between 9am and 9pm depending on courses and tutorials.
• Seminars and workshops enable students to discuss and develop their understanding of topics covered in lectures in smaller groups.
• Students also have the opportunity to meet their personal tutor.

Careers:

Upon completion of the program, graduates can progress to senior roles within military or civilian organizations.

Other:

• Students are provided with safety equipment.
• Students are encouraged to take up additional professional memberships at their own cost upon completion of their course.
• Course texts and other study resources are available from the Drill Hall Library.
Students may wish to purchase their own copies.
• Students receive an allowance for printing costs, which they can top up if required.

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