BSc (Hons) Automotive Technology with Management

What will I study?

The School has a reputation for innovation in teaching and learning with most modules delivered through a combination of traditional face to face teaching and distance learning through the university's StudyNet web based facility. StudyNet allows students to access electronic learning resources, electronic discussion with staff and other students, and, for some modules, submit coursework 24/7 from anywhere in the world! With a heavy emphasis on Computer Aided Engineering, the school has a policy of using industrial standard software wherever possible. The School also operate an open access laboratory policy of when possible students doing experiments in their own time.

What you will learn

Rapid changes in technology and global business structures mean that today's graduates need to be flexible and versatile. This broad-based automotive course, covering computer simulation and design, vehicle technology, production, manufacture, management and business studies equips you for a wide variety of career paths.

In the first year of this BSc Honours degree course in Automotive Technology with Management you will gain a good grounding in engineering, covering technology, information technology and management. You're also introduced to fundamentals of vehicle design covering engines, powertrain, body, steering, suspension and vehicle systems, and will study the structure of the automotive industry.

In your second year you will extend your knowledge of core technologies, IT and business skills as they are applied within the automotive sector. This includes vehicle design, and the factors that influence it, together with vehicle aerodynamics including wind tunnel testing. You will develop IT expertise in CAD and CAM, simulation and analysis techniques. You will also have the opportunity to be involved with the Class 200 Formula Student car, developing the previous year's Formula Student entry.

In your final year you will concentrate on the application of automotive technology - including automotive body engineering, chassis and powertrain technology - and key business skills. A vehicle design project fosters teamwork capabilities that employers value, and you have the chance to develop more specialist knowledge by exploring a topic that particularly interests you. You also have the opportunity to be involved with the development of the University's entry to the Formula Student competition.

Level 4

Module

• Mechanical Experimental Engineering
• Engineering Statistics
• Career Skills Development
• Introduction to Design for Technologists
• Introduction to Manufacturing for Technologists
• Motorsport and Automotive Technology
• Materials and Electrical Technology
• Computing for Business and Technology
• Introduction to Practical Safety for Engineers
• Mathematics for Engineering

Level 5

Module

• Computer Aided Design
• Computer Aided Manufacture
• Automotive Electrical Systems
• Product and Project Management
• Career Planning
• Thermofluid Experimental Engineering
• Engineering Operations Management
• Simulation and Analysis Techniques
• Vehicle Aerodynamics and Design
• Exchange Year
• Exchange Semester

Level 6

Module

• Automotive Chassis & Powertrain Technology
• Engineering Management and Finance
• Reliability Engineering
• Instrumentation and Control Systems
• Vehicle Design
• BSc Individual Project (Automotive Technology)
• Automotive Body Engineering
• Industrial Placement
• Year Abroad
• Careers Portfolio