BEng/BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

As you advance into the latter years of this course you’ll learn to apply and develop on your initial basic skills. This will allow you to become proficient in the analysis and design of a range of engineering systems and applications, ready for a professional role in the industry. This course has Incorporated Engineer accreditation from the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) and the Honours degree has partial Chartered Engineer accreditation. What you'll study Year 1 Computational thinking and practice Foundation mathematics Mechanical principles Electrical and electronic principles Engineering communication Mathematical methods 1 Year 2 Engineering design and CAD Management for engineers 1 Materials and manufacture Mathematical methods 2 Mechanics and thermofluids Control, measurement and instrumentation Year 3 Engineering applications (Mechanical) Materials and manufacture 2 Management for engineers 2 Manufacturing systems Energy systems design Engineering design (Honours) or individual project (Degree) Year 4 Mechanics Dynamics Advanced energy systems 1 Advanced energy systems 2 Honours Project Work placement You are encouraged to take an optional industrial placement during the course. Though this is non-credited and our placements team will support you to find placement opportunities. The placement provides valuable experience and the opportunity to put theory into practice. Study modules mentioned above are indicative only. Some changes may occur between now and the time that you study. You can view a list of all current modules in our module catalogue.