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Mechanical Engineering with a Year in Industry
Course details
- UCAS code: H303
- Study mode: Full-time
- Length: 5 years
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Course overview
Study Mechanical Engineering and learn to design, build and test new products, processes and systems. You'll develop holistic engineering knowledge and problem solving abilities as you work towards an industry-accredited degree that's sought after in a wide range of sectors. This Master of Engineering degree satisfies the academic requirements for you to register as a Chartered Engineer and allows for a year-long industry work placement.
Introduction
A degree in Mechanical Engineering is the basis for a professional career in a broad range of industry sectors.
Mechanical Engineering is one of the oldest and broadest of the engineering disciplines. It is sought by employers in almost all sectors of engineering and beyond. Our graduates go on to work in fields such as medicine and healthcare, sustainable power generation, environmental technology, food production, sports science, aerospace, automotive, construction, nuclear, mechatronics and robotics, industrial product design, manufacturing, and project management.
Engineering graduates are also in demand in sectors such as accountancy, management consulting, and logistics. More than any other discipline, a degree in mechanical engineering is preparation for an enormously wide range of careers.
Our professionally accredited degree programmes offer an exciting blend of learning experiences designed to ensure our students not only master the scientific fundamentals, but also develop the skills, attitudes and experience demanded by 21st century engineering and society. Our ethos is to spend as much time outside the lecture theatre as possible. Our students spend a significant amount of their time working in teams to apply their learning in the solution of practical problems; or in the design, building and testing of new products processes and systems. This means our graduates are very well prepared for their careers ahead, and industry recognises them as highly employable.
The most important element of the MEng programme is the two-year Capstone project: a team project in which students design, build and race a single seat race car, a high speed bicycle or an underwater remotely operated vehicle; or in which students work with our industrial partners, alongside professional engineers, as they develop solutions to real industrial problems. These projects are designed to transform student engineers into fledgling professionals. They are rewarding for the students, are valued by industry and have been commended by the Institute of Mechanical Engineers.
What you'll learn
- Design, build and test products and systems
- Mechanical engineering scientific fundamentals
- Thermodynamics
- Fluid and solid mechanics
- Dynamic systems
- Materials
- Electronics and mathematics
- Project management
- Computer programming
- Engineering design
- Collaborative design
Accreditation
Mechanical engineering programmes are accredited (or pending accreditation), by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers. They’re a recognised qualification on the route to Chartered Engineer status.
Teaching Excellence Framework 2023
We’re proud to announce we’ve been awarded a Gold rating for educational excellence.
Course content
Discover what you'll learn, what you'll study, and how you'll be taught and assessed.
Year one
Years one and two of our programmes are designed to provide students with fundamental knowledge of engineering science in subjects such as thermodynamics; fluid mechanics; solid mechanics; dynamic systems; materials and electronics and mathematics. It is this scientific understanding that underpins the practice of all professional engineering. Students also learn about project management, computer programming, and engineering design. Lecture-based learning is complemented by a wide range of laboratory work, practical challenges, team-based ‘design-build-test’ projects, site visits and other activities.
Compulsory modules
SOLIDS AND STRUCTURES 1 (ENGG110)
Credits: 15 / Semester: semester 3
This module aims to introduce students to the fundamental concepts and theory of how engineering structures work to sustain loads. It will also show how stress analysis leads to the design of safer structures. It will also provide students with the means to analyse and design basic structural elements as used in modern engineering structures.
Professional Engineering: a skills toolkit (ENGG111)
Credits: 30 / Semester: semester 3
This module aims to provide students with an interesting and engaging project that will help them to immediately relate the material being taught,both within and without this module, to a practical problem that is identifiable to their engineering discipline, thus reinforcing its relevance to the topixc.
The module:
1) Seeks to provide students with an early understanding of the preliminary design processes
2) Will introduce students to formal engineering drawing and visualisation
3) Will expose the students to group work and the dynamics of working in a team
4) Will expose students to the complexity of an engineering design task
5) Will enable students to develop data analysis and plotting skills
6) Will embody an approach to learning that will engage the students for the remainder of their lives
7) Seeks to provide students with an early understanding of the detail design and manufacturing process
8. Will introduce students to industry standard computer aided engineering drawing tools and practice
9. Will enable students to develop report writing and oral presentation skills
10. Will provide students with a basic understanding of engineering components and mechanisms
11. Will embody an approach to learning that will engage the students for the remainder of their lives
Energy Science (ENGG116)
Credits: 15 / Semester: semester 3
To develop an understanding of the basic principles of fluid mechanics, the laws of thermodynamics, and an appreciation of how to solve simple engineering problems. To develop skills in performing and reporting simple experiments.
Digital Engineering (ENGG125)
Credits: 15 / Semester: semester 3
Students completing the module should be able to understand simple computer programs and write their own simple MATLAB programs to solve problems and process data as required by other modules and in engineering practice.
Students completing the module will be able to understand simple electrical circuits with passive and active components, mechanical (mass-spring-damper) systems and electromechanical systems (DC machines). They will learn basic mathematical, practical and computational methods for analysing and modelling these.
Engineering Mathematics (ENGG198)
Credits: 22.5 / Semester: semester 3
ENGG198 is a Year 1 mathematics module for students of programmes taught in the School of Engineering, e.g. Aerospace, Civil, Architectural, Mechanical, Product Design and Industrial Design Engineering. It is designed to reinforce and build upon A-level (or equivalent) mathematics, providing you with the strong background required in your engineering studies and preparing you for Year 2 mathematics modules.
MECHANICAL PRODUCT DISSECTION (MECH109)
Credits: 7.5 / Semester: semester 2
This is predominantly a practical module in which students work in small groups to examine in detail the workings and manufacture of a single-cylinder, 4-stroke petrol engine by dismantling it into component parts and documenting the disassembly process in a Wiki.
Introduction to Engineering Materials (MATS105)
Credits: 15 / Semester: semester 3
To provide students with a basic introduction to various classes of engineering materials, their mechanical properties, deformation and failure and how the properties structure and processing can be controlled to design materials with desired properties for various engineering applications.
Year two
Years one and two of our programmes are designed to provide students with fundamental knowledge of engineering science in subjects such as thermodynamics; fluid mechanics; solid mechanics; dynamic systems; materials and electronics and mathematics. It is this scientific understanding that underpins the practice of all professional engineering. Students also learn about project management, computer programming, and engineering design. Lecture-based learning is complemented by a wide range of laboratory work, practical challenges, team-based ‘design-build-test’ projects, site visits and other activities.
Compulsory modules
Aeroengines (AERO213)
Credits: 15 / Semester: semester 3
This module covers the main technical aspects of gas turbine engines used on aircraft and other mechanical applications (e.g. power generation, marine). It covers many topics from the basic principles of aeroengines (e.g. production of thrust) through to the design of axial flow turbomachinery (compressors and turbines). An understanding of the principles of compressible flow is also developed. Students do a laboratory using the Virtual Engine Test Bench to explore aeroengine components, thermodynamics and performance. In addition, they use a commercial CFD package to perform a compressible flow simulation.
EXPERIMENTAL METHODS (ENGG201)
Credits: 7.5 / Semester: semester 1
The module focusses on the essentials of data analysis and interpretation, engineering experimentation, measurement techniques and principles of instrumentation.
SOLIDS & STRUCTURES 2 (ENGG209)
Credits: 15 / Semester: semester 3
This module aims to introduce students to techniques for load and displacement analysis of simple structures.
Engineering Mathematics and Computing (ENGG295)
Credits: 15 / Semester: semester 3
Engineering Mathematics and Computing will provide a fundamental understanding of mathematical techniques used to solve Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering problems. Successful completion of this module will provide students with basic skills and solution methodologies (mathematical, and using MATLAB) for various engineering applications. The module will expose the essentials of numerical methods to solve systems of linear, non-linear, ordinary and partial differential equations. A series of classic engineering problems, such as trusses, mass-spring dampeners, 2D trajectory calculation, and 2D heat flow will place the acquired knowledge in an engineering context.
MATERIALS PROCESSING AND SELECTION II (MATS210)
Credits: 7.5 / Semester: semester 2
This module covers non-metallic materials and materials selection. The students will understand the processing, microstructure and properties of ceramic, polymer and composite materials. The students will also learn how to derive materials performance indices and select materials for mechanical design.
MATERIALS PROCESSING AND SELECTION I (MATS214)
Credits: 7.5 / Semester: semester 1
This module introduces the main materials processing and manufacturing techniques used to shape metals. It also introduces technologies used to modify the surface properties of metal components, and heat-treatment procedures used to change materials’ mechanical properties.
Engineering Design (MECH212)
Credits: 15 / Semester: semester 3
Professional Engineering can be defined as the application of science in the solution of problems and the development of new products, processes and systems. It is vital that all Engineering graduates have a solid design education; and this module is a core part of that.
In Year 1 students are introduced to the basic tools and techniques involved in engineering design.
In this module students are taught the basics of design theory in a lecture setting; but crucially they are required to apply this learning in a 24-week group project to design an innovative engineering product.
Students are given a design brief and are "coached" through product design specification; creative conceptual design; detailed design; 3D CAD modelling; design for manufacture, assembly and environment; and materials selection.
The module also enables students to develop and practice teamwork, communication, project management and problem solving skills.
DYNAMIC SYSTEMS (MECH215)
Credits: 15 / Semester: semester 3
Dynamic systems are encountered in most engineering disciplines such as mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, electrical engineering. These systems require specific techniques to be analysed for design or monitoring purpose.
In this module, students will learn the main methods for analysing dynamic systems in time and frequency domains. They will learn how to solve dynamical problems, how to evaluate and control the stability, the accuracy and the rapidity of a dynamical system.
This module will be mainly delivered through class lectures and assessed through a final exam. Additionally, students will be taught some experimental techniques related to second-order dynamical systems through an assessed laboratory work.
THERMODYNAMICS (MECH217)
Credits: 15 / Semester: semester 3
Steam, standard air and refrigeration cycles
PROJECT MANAGEMENT (MNGT202)
Credits: 7.5 / Semester: semester 1
Project Management is a core skill for professional engineers of all types and a sound education in this subject area is required by the professional accrediting bodies. The knowledge and skills developed in this module will equip students for their future UG project work and for their careers ahead.
This module teaches students the theory of fundamental techniques in project management, risk management, and cost management.
In this modules student undertake a group "virtual project" in which they undertake all stages of project management involved n a major construction projects. The five virtual project tasks require students to apply their theoretical learning; and they provide an opportunity to develop key professional skills.
Year in industry
Get work experience and enhance your employability on a year-long placement with an approved organisation.
You’ll source your own industry placement with the support from the School of Engineering. Industry placements are sought after and competition to be accepted, so a placement cannot be guaranteed. You’ll transfer to the standard version of the programme if you can’t secure a placement.
International students are eligible for the year in industry, though restrictions may apply.
Compulsory modules
SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING YEAR IN INDUSTRY (ENGG299)
Credits: 120 / Semester: semester 3
This module is associated with the placement year of the ‘year in industry’ programme. On accepting an approved offer, students spend a minimum of 40 weeks employed in a company/organisation. Placements will be approved and arranged at places accessible to the individual student. An academic mentor will be assigned to monitor and assess the student’s progress during placement. This will involve at least one site visit and follow-up telephone call as well as checking that the student’s placement log is being kept up to date. The placement year should be a mutually beneficial experience for both student and employer. Students will be given opportunities and gain confidence to apply theories and technical skills learned in Years 1 and 2 of their studies in a real-time work environment. Ideally (depending on the placement), these activities will be engineering/industry relevant and project (team) based extending over several months and will therefore provide opportunities to develop the student’s transferable skills and professional competence leading to enhanced employability.
Year four
In years four and five students move on to study advanced engineering science and undertake a 300-hour individual research project on a topic of their choice. They can also choose their engineering specialism by selecting one of five thematic streams: biomedical engineering, materials engineering, manufacturing, management, or simulation and analytics.
Compulsory modules
INTRODUCTION TO FINITE ELEMENTS (ENGG302)
Credits: 7.5 / Semester: semester 1
In this module the students will gain a basic understanding of the Finite Element method and learn to use some Finite Element software. This software will then be used to analyse a variety of different problems which are relevant to both mechanical and civil engineers.
Computational Fluid Dynamics (ENGG319)
Credits: 7.5 / Semester: semester 2
Computational fluid dynamics tools have become ubiquitous in engineering practice to design trains, planes and automobiles, to analyse the fluid flow in power generation systems and in heating, ventilation and air conditioning, and many more applications. The module will provide students with the skills to use computational fluid dynamics tools with confidence with an understanding of the underlying theory and technology.
INDIVIDUAL PROJECT (ENGG341)
Credits: 30 / Semester: semester 3
The Year 3 individual research project; 300 hours student work over 2 semesters; 3 assessment stages (proposal 5%, interim 20%, final 75%).
HEAT TRANSFER (MECH301)
Credits: 15 / Semester: semester 2
The aim of this module is to give the students a good understanding of the basic mechanisms of heat transfer and to equip them to solve significant engineering problems.
They will also learn about different designs of heat exchanger and how to carry out performance/design calculations.
VIBRATION AND CONTROL (MECH303)
Credits: 15 / Semester: semester 2
This module is built on MECH215. It consists of Vibration and Control as 2 main components. Both are on an advanced level and basically deal with multi-degree-of-freedom (or multi-input multi-output) systems.
The main mathematical tools are Laplace transforms, differential equations, simultaneous linear equations, complex numbers, trigonometry, vectors and matrices, eigenvalues and eigenvectors.
ENGINEERING FLUID MECHANICS (MECH326)
Credits: 15 / Semester: semester 1
The module provides students with the fundamental concepts of Engineering Fluid Mechanics, and in particular: the role of viscosity in fluid mechanics, including the no-slip condition and the concept of vorticity; the basic principles of laminar and turbulent flow through pipes including definition and evaluation of the Fanning and Darcy friction factors; the concept of a boundary layer, including separation and transition, and basic equations for friction factor in laminar and turbulent flow with zero pressure gradient; the calculation methods of bluff-body drag using drag coefficients with qualitative explanations the potential-flow theory including the concept of irrationality and the principle of superposition; the analysis of compressible flow through constant-area ducts accounting for friction or heat transfer and to use the Fanno- and Rayleigh-flow tables; the analysis of external compressible flow including expansion and compression turns (Prandtl-Meyer expansions and oblique shock waves).
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING CAPSTONE 1 (MECH327)
Credits: 15 / Semester: semester 3
The 2-year Capstone Projects are a hallmark of the Mechanical Engineering MEng programmes at Liverpool. They are group projects in which students apply their scientific knowledge, design training and management skills to design-build-test innovative engineering products or systems. These projects provide students an opportunity to develop and evidence a wide range of technical, personal and professional skills. The Capstone modules make the greatest contribution to graduate employability.
Students are given the choice of project from a portfolio of 6-8 options: some target international sporting competition (eg Velocipede or Formula Student); others are industry-led and address real world challenges (eg Nuclear Rover decommissioning robot with NNL or Paediatric Wheelchairs with Alder Hey Hospital). The range of available projects varies each year.
Each project team is assigned an academic project supervisor and a dedicated member of technical staff. You will work closely with these staff and a range of other technical experts from industry and/or the research community. It should be noted that the students "own" their project and it is their responsibility to specify, plan, manage and report on all project work.
Students will be timetabled for 4-hours per week but will be expected to spend a significant amount of additional time working on their project.
A variety of assessment methods are used that are as close as possible to professional engineering practice.
At four key points in the year the Careers and Employability Service will join the module to help students reflect on, record in CV, and communicate at interview the professional development.
ADVANCED MODERN MANAGEMENT (MNGT352)
Credits: 7.5 / Semester: semester 1
The Aims of this module are as follows:
To introduce the student to various aspects of advanced modern management.
To develop a knowledge and understanding of modern management tools.
To stimulate an appreciation of management and its importance in organisational success.
Optional modules
UNCERTAINTY, RELIABILITY AND RISK 1 (ENGG304)
Credits: 7.5 / Semester: semester 1
This module covers broad aspects of uncertainty quantification methods, reliability analysis and risk assessment in engineering applications. It also provides understanding of statistical analysis of engineering data and computational methods for dealing with uncertainty in engineering problems.
ADVANCED ENGINEERING MATERIALS (MATS301)
Credits: 7.5 / Semester: semester 1
This module aims to understand advanced engineering materials, focusing on non-ferrous alloys and composite materials. It covers the processing, heat treatment, microstructure and properties of Al, Ti and Ni alloys. It introduces constituent materials, manufacturing methods, test methods and mechanical response of composite materials.
BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING (MECH305)
Credits: 7.5 / Semester: semester 1
This module will introduce the inter-disciplinary subject of biomedical engineering to engineering students with a focus on biomechanics of the cardiovascular system, the eye and bone.
The module will cover ageing and disease of tissues and prosthetic devices including their design and optimisation for tissue repair. The course will be delivered with lectures containing interactive elements.
Assessment will be via an exam and two pieces of coursework.
ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING (MNFG308)
Credits: 7.5 / Semester: semester 1
To provide an overview on the role of additive manufacturing in new product development. To develop a generic understanding on the principles and the complete process chain of additive manufacturing processes. To provide an awareness on recent developments in additive manufacturing and associated technologies.
Managing Product Development (MNGT205)
Credits: 7.5 / Semester: semester 1
The module teaches the management of new product development. It is taught in a traditional lecture style culminating in an exam.
Successful students will have acquired knowledge and understanding at a broad level of the process and how it is executed in a modern industrial environment.
Year five
In years four and five students move on to study advanced engineering science and undertake a 300-hour individual research project on a topic of their choice. They can also choose their engineering specialism by selecting one of five thematic streams: biomedical engineering, materials engineering, manufacturing, management, or simulation and analytics.
Compulsory modules
Advanced Fluid Mechanics and Aerodynamics (AERO406)
Credits: 15 / Semester: semester 1
To reinforce and deepen the students’ understanding of:
— the mathematical description of fluid kinematics.
— the physical laws expressed by the equations of fluid motion.
— the assumptions associated with particular limits of the equations of fluid motion.
— simple exact solutions of the equations of motion.
— the differences between laminar and turbulent flow.
— the origins of laminar-turbulent flow transition
— the physics of turbulence
— the need for turbulence modelling and fundamental concepts of turbulence modeling.
To introduce students to advanced concepts in potential flow theory building upon existing knowledge of:
— the analytical generation of inviscid flow over two-dimensional objects using elementary potential flows.
— the mathematical description of potential flow from the incompressible to the supersonic regime.
— the analytical calculation of resulting forces and moments on lifting surfaces.
— the numerical computation of aerodynamic properties using panel methods
— the numerical computation of flow properties using the Method of Characteristics in compressible potential flow
To introduce students to:
— the mathematical nature of different classes of partial differential equations and the implications for their numerical solution.
— the concept of scientific computing and its basic elements: solution of linear and nonlinear systems, eigenvalue problems, differentiation and integration.
To enable student to:
— solve simple fluid mechanics problems in Matlab and analyze the results.
— recognise the capabilities and weaknesses of CFD.
— choose appropriate levels of CFD analysis for a specific problem.
— use a suitable CFD package, including meshing and setting up a simulation.
— solve laminar and turbulent flow examples using a CFD package and analyze the results.
STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY (ENGG409)
Credits: 15 / Semester: semester 2
This module introduces the concepts required to maintain structural integrity. Topics covered are: detecting structural defects, predicting when defects will cause failure, and mitigating against failure.
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING CAPSTONE 2 (MECH431)
Credits: 30 / Semester: semester 3
The 2-year Capstone Projects are a hallmark of the Mechanical Engineering MEng programmes at Liverpool. They are group projects in which students apply their scientific knowledge, design training and management skills to design-build-test innovative engineering products or systems. These projects provide students an opportunity to develop and evidence a wide range of technical, personal and professional skills. The Capstone modules make the greatest contribution to graduate employability.
Students are given the choice of project from a portfolio of 6-8 options: some target international sporting competition (eg Velocipede or Formula Student); others are industry-led and address real world challenges (eg Nuclear Rover decommissioning robot with NNL or Paediatric Wheelchairs with Alder Hey Hospital). The range of available projects varies each year.
Each project team is assigned an academic project supervisor and a dedicated member of technical staff. You will work closely with these staff and a range of other technical experts from industry and/or the research community. It should be noted that the students "own" their project and it is their responsibility to specify, plan, manage and report on all project work.
Students will be timetabled for 4-hours per week but will be expected to spend a significant amount of additional time working on their project.
A variety of assessment methods are used that are as close as possible to professional engineering practice.
At four key points in the year the Careers and Employability Service will join the module to help students reflect on, record in CV, and communicate at interview the professional development.
ENERGY AND THE ENVIRONMENT (MECH433)
Credits: 15 / Semester: semester 2
This modules discusses energy generation and usage, and how they complement each other. The topics are introduced in lectures that then lead onto a case study on a specific topic.
Nuclear Technologies (MECH434)
Credits: 7.5 / Semester: semester 1
The module provides an understanding of nuclear engineering, with coverage going from the atomic scale through to the bulk scale. The topics will cover reactor dynamics, design and operation, lifetime behaviour, evolution of technologies and nuclear waste. For example, understanding the implications of the fission/fusion processes themselves on the behaviour of the core.
ENTERPRISE STUDIES (MNGT414)
Credits: 7.5 / Semester: semester 2
The module teaches the concepts of Entrepreneurship, Intrapreneurship, Company Infrastructure and Investment Proposals. It is taught using lectures, class questions, case studie sand a comprehensive coursework assignment. Successful students will have acquired knowledge and understanding at mastery level of the process and how itis executed in a modern industrial environment.
Optional modules
MUSCULOSKELETAL BIOMECHANICS (ENGG410)
Credits: 15 / Semester: semester 2
This module will give students an understanding of the biomechanics of the musculoskeletal system and will cover techniques used to measure and analyse body movements as mechanical systems.
TISSUE ENGINEERING (ENGG412)
Credits: 15 / Semester: semester 2
The module will explore the understanding for the need for enhanced control of material induced biological interactions and how we can utilise novel material development and engineering techniques to control biological responses from the “bottom-up” (controlled biological interactions), developing the next generation of smart-implantable medical devices. As well as presenting fundamental concepts that are relevant to real clinical situations the module will also explore the need for cost effective solutions and viable routes for scale up and translation.
ADVANCED 4TH YEAR RESEARCH PROJECT (ENGG443)
Credits: 15 / Semester: semester 3
This module focuses on a specific project related to a students third year project, with a journal style paper written.
STRUCTURAL BIOMATERIALS (MATS410)
Credits: 15 / Semester: semester 1
This modules covers topics related to the structure and properties of materials that are used in medical devices, including metals and alloys, polymers and ceramics. Corrosion and polymer degradation is also covered.
SMART MATERIALS (MATS515)
Credits: 7.5 / Semester: semester 2
This module introduces students to the facilitating world of ‘Smart Materials’. The term ‘Smart Materials’ is used to define a broad collection of materials that have the in-built ability to ‘actuate’ in some way in response to external stimulus. Examples of ‘Smart materials’ include piezoelectrics, electrostrictive materials, shape memory alloys, ferrofluids, various biomimetic materials plus a host of others. This module looks at a selection of smart materials and considers the underlying reasons for the actuating behavior, key performance indicators that aid materials selection, aspects of manufacturing associated with the exploitation of the materials, plus engineering applications of these facilitating and highly useful materials.
MECHATRONICS (MECH415)
Credits: 7.5 / Semester: semester 1
This module aims to provide students with an appreciation of the challenges related to the design of Mechatronics systems. Both hardware and software integration issues will be studied within this module. General design principles will be introduced first and learning will focus on the popular Arduino platform. The module will also expose students to state-of-the-art robotics, as example of modern mechatronic systems.
LASER MATERIALS PROCESSING (MECH605)
Credits: 15 / Semester: semester 1
The module will cover: how lasers work, what are the key beam properties of high power lasers, how the beam is deployed and delivered to the process/workpiece, safety in laser materials processing, and the working principles and industry practice for a range of laser processes.
INDUSTRIAL ROBOTICS AND AUTOMATED ASSEMBLY (MNFG409)
Credits: 15 / Semester: semester 2
This module investigates how industrial robots and other equipment are used and integrated into more complex automated systems. The module emphasis is upon the application and use of these systems, with less emphasis on the underlying theoretical mechanisms. The module is based in the concept of learning through doing, the underlying content being presented as videos, while the contact time is used in practical sessions using industrial robots and in the development of robotic systems using industrial simulation software. The assessments are designed to help reinforce understanding rather than short term memory. As an FHEQ level 7 module the tasks and assessments are designed to develop deeper knowledge and skill in application than that expected for those at FHEQ level 6.
DESIGN FOR ENVIRONMENT, MANUFACTURE AND ASSEMBLY (MNFG413)
Credits: 7.5 / Semester: semester 2
The aim of this module is to provide an introduction to the tools and methods of Eco-design, Design for Manufacture and Assembly using real, everyday products as examples.
How you'll learn
We are leading the UK’s involvement in the international Conceive-Design-Implement-Operate (CDIO) initiative – an innovative educational framework for producing the next generation of engineers.
Our degree programmes encompass the development of a holistic, systems approach to engineering. Technical knowledge and skills are complemented by a sound appreciation of the life-cycle processes involved in engineering and an awareness of the ethical, safety, environmental, economic, and social considerations involved in practicing as a professional engineer.
You will be taught through a combination of face-to-face teaching in group lectures, laboratory sessions, tutorials, and seminars. Our programmes include a substantial practical component, with an increasing emphasis on project work as you progress through to the final year. You will be supported throughout by an individual academic adviser.
You’ll study in The School of Engineering, which hosts modern, world-class teaching and learning facilities. This includes the Active Learning Laboratories, which feature lab space, manufacturing robots and prototyping facilities so you can learn, build and test. You’ll also have access to high-spec workstations featuring industry-standard engineering software.
How you're assessed
Assessment takes many forms, each appropriate to the learning outcomes of the particular module studied. The main modes of assessment are coursework and examination. Depending on the modules taken, you may encounter project work, presentations (individual and/or group), and specific tests or tasks focused on solidifying learning outcomes.
Liverpool Hallmarks
We have a distinctive approach to education, the Liverpool Curriculum Framework, which focuses on research-connected teaching, active learning, and authentic assessment to ensure our students graduate as digitally fluent and confident global citizens.
Course options
Studying with us means you can tailor your degree to suit you. Here's what is available on this course.
Your experience
You’ll study in The School of Engineering, which hosts modern, world-class teaching and learning facilities. This includes the Active Learning Laboratories, which feature lab space, manufacturing robots and prototyping facilities so you can learn, build and test. You’ll also have access to high-spec workstations featuring industry-standard engineering software.
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Suppporting your learning
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- Careers and employability support, including help with career planning, understanding the job market and strengthening your networking skills
- A dedicated student services team can help you get assistance with your studies, help with health and wellbeing, and access to financial advice
- Confidential counselling and support to help students with personal problems affecting their studies and general wellbeing
- Support for students with differing needs from the Disability advice and guidance team. They can identify and recommend appropriate support provisions for you.
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Careers and employability
Mechanical engineering graduates are sought after in engineering fields and a wide range of other sectors. Graduates go on to work in engineering fields including healthcare, food production, aerospace, construction, power generation and manufacturing.
Recent employers of Mechanical Engineering graduates include:
- Aerospace/Aviation: Airbus, British Airways, Jaguar Land Rover, Rolls Royce
- Engineering/Construction: Arup, Balfour Beatty, Bentley, Corus, Mott Macdonald, Mouchel, Pilkington, Siemens, Tarmac
- Defense/Military: BAE Systems, British Army, RAF (Royal Air Force), Royal Navy
- Utilities/Energy: BMI, National Grid Transco, National Nuclear Laboratory, United Utilities
- Transportation/Infrastructure: Highways Agency, Network Rail.
4 in 5 of our engineering students find their main activity after graduation meaningful.
Fees and funding
Your tuition fees, funding your studies, and other costs to consider.
Tuition fees
UK fees (applies to Channel Islands, Isle of Man and Republic of Ireland) | |
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Full-time place, per year | £9,250 |
Year in industry fee | £1,850 |
Year abroad fee | £1,385 |
International fees | |
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Full-time place, per year | £27,200 |
Year in industry fee | £1,850 |
Year abroad fee | £13,600 |
Tuition fees cover the cost of your teaching and assessment, operating facilities such as libraries, IT equipment, and access to academic and personal support. Learn more about paying for your studies..
Additional costs
We understand that budgeting for your time at university is important, and we want to make sure you understand any course-related costs that are not covered by your tuition fee. This may include a laptop, books, or stationery. All safety equipment, other than boots, is provided free of charge by the department.
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Scholarships and bursaries
We offer a range of scholarships and bursaries to provide tuition fee discounts and help with living expenses while at university.
Check out our Liverpool Bursary, worth up to £2,000 per year for eligible UK students. Or for international students, our Undergraduate Global Advancement Scholarship offers a tuition fee discount of up to £5,000 for eligible international students starting an undergraduate degree from September 2024.
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Entry requirements
The qualifications and exam results you'll need to apply for this course.
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Clearing 2024
Please see our Clearing course information for details of the qualifications and exam results you'll need to apply for this course for 2024 entry.
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English language requirements
You'll need to demonstrate competence in the use of English language, unless you’re from a majority English speaking country.
We accept a variety of international language tests and country-specific qualifications.
International applicants who do not meet the minimum required standard of English language can complete one of our Pre-Sessional English courses to achieve the required level.
English language qualification | Requirements |
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IELTS | 6.0 overall, with no component below 5.5 |
TOEFL iBT | 78 overall, with minimum scores of listening 17, writing 17, reading 17 and speaking 19 |
Duolingo English Test | 105 overall, with no component below 95 |
Pearson PTE Academic | 59 overall, with no component below 59 |
LanguageCert Academic | 65 overall, with no skill below 60 |
Cambridge IGCSE First Language English 0500 | Grade C overall, with a minimum of grade 2 in speaking and listening. Speaking and listening must be separately endorsed on the certificate. |
Cambridge IGCSE First Language English 0990 | Grade 4 overall, with Merit in speaking and listening |
Cambridge IGCSE Second Language English 0510/0511 | 0510: Grade C overall, with a minimum of grade 2 in speaking. Speaking must be separately endorsed on the certificate. 0511: Grade C overall. |
Cambridge IGCSE Second Language English 0993/0991 | 0993: Grade 5 overall, with a minimum of grade 2 in speaking. Speaking must be separately endorsed on the certificate. 0991: Grade 5 overall. |
International Baccalaureate | Standard Level grade 5 or Higher Level grade 4 in English B, English Language and Literature, or English Language |
Cambridge ESOL Level 2/3 Advanced | 169 overall, with no paper below 162 |
PRE-SESSIONAL ENGLISH
Do you need to complete a Pre-Sessional English course to meet the English language requirements for this course?
The length of Pre-Sessional English course you’ll need to take depends on your current level of English language ability.
Find out the length of Pre-Sessional English course you may require for this degree.
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Last updated 2 July 2024 / / Programme terms and conditions