Mechanical Engineering

The aim of this module is for you to undertake an advanced-level piece of work including some significant elements of research and originality. You'll specify, plan, execute and report a programme of work leading to the design of a system, service or product, incorporating aa range of aspects involving the study of current research or advanced developments.

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.

You will undertake a detailed analysis of the nature of renewable energy sources and how it affects renewable energy exploitation and technology. You will also build engineering knowledge of the technologies which extract the energy from renewable sources with an investigation of the physics of energy extraction.

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.

On this module, you'll gain an understanding of scientific method, be provided with opportunity to develop generic skills of investigation and related project management. You'll study subject-specific techniques or contextual problems and understand arguments on the nature of science and pseudo-science.

On this module you'll be provided with 26-38 weeks practical experience of working in an engineering-related environment. You will build on and apply the materials studied during your course. You'll also experience professional working practices to develop your personal and professional skills. This module is compulsory if you are registered on MSc with professional placement and not available for other courses.

On this module you will undertake a 8-12 week work placement. You'll apply and develop learning materials that you have studied on the course to excel in a professional working practice. This module is compulsory if you are registered on MSc with work placement and not available for other courses