Mechanical Engineering BEng (Hons) - 2021/2
Awarding body
University of Surrey
Teaching institute
University of Surrey
Framework
FHEQ Level 6
Final award and programme/pathway title
BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering
Subsidiary award(s)
| Award | Title |
|---|---|
| Ord | Mechanical Engineering |
| DipHE | Mechanical Engineering |
| CertHE | Mechanical Engineering |
Professional recognition
Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)
Accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer and partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
Modes of study
| Route code | Credits and ECTS Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time | UFC12003 | 360 credits and 180 ECTS credits |
| Full-time with PTY | UFC12003 | 480 credits and 240 ECTS credits |
JACs code
100190
QAA Subject benchmark statement (if applicable)
Engineering (Bachelor)
Other internal and / or external reference points
The Accreditation of Higher Education Programmes : UK-SPEC (Engineering Council UK)
Faculty and Department / School
Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences - Mechanical Engineering Sciences
Programme Leader
HILDITCH Mary (Mech Eng Sci)
Date of production/revision of spec
20/10/2020
Educational aims of the programme
- To provide a broad education in Mechanical Engineering that develops in graduates the knowledge, understanding, practical and inter-personal transferable skills so as to prepare them for practice as professional engineers and scientists in industry, the public services and the academic world
- To provide a broad education in Mechanical Engineering that incorporates specialisation in mechanical engineering.
- To provide a broad education in Mechanical Engineering that provides an accredited educational base facilitating progression to chartered engineer status.
Programme learning outcomes
| Attributes Developed | Awards | Ref. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fundamental mathematical + computer methods relevant to mechanical engineering | K | (US2,3, E3) | |
| Fundamental scientific principles and, methodologies applied to mechanical and related engineering disciplines | K | (US1, E1) | |
| Fundamental engineering design processes + customer needs | K | (D1,2,4) | |
| A limited range of engineering materials + components | K | (P1) | |
| Information sources | K | (P4,5) | |
| Health + safety considerations | K | (D1, S3,4,5) | |
| Well established mathematical + computer methods relevant to mechanical engineering | K | (US2,3, E3) | |
| Well established scientific principles and, methodologies applied to mechanical and related engineering disciplines | K | (US1, E1) | |
| Well established engineering design processes + customer needs | K | (D1,2,4) | |
| A limited range of engineering materials + components | K | (P1) | |
| The practice of design, manufacture and evaluation | K | (D3,5,6) | |
| Information sources + intellectual property | K | (P4,5) | |
| Health + safety, environmental + sustainability considerations | K | (D1, S3,4,5) | |
| How to apply + integrate knowledge from other disciplines to the field of mechanical Engineering | K | (US3) | |
| A range of mathematical + computer methods relevant to mechanical engineering | K | (US2,3, E3) | |
| A range of scientific principles, methodologies + emerging concepts applied to mechanical and related engineering disciplines | K | (US1, E1) | |
| A range of engineering design processes + of customer needs | K | (D1,2,4) | |
| A range of engineering materials + components | K | (P1) | |
| A range of management and business practices | K | (S1,2, P5,6,7) | |
| The practice of design, manufacture and evaluation | K | (D3,5,6) | |
| Information sources + intellectual property | K | (P4,5) | |
| Health + safety, environmental + sustainability considerations | K | (D1, S3,4,5) | |
| How to apply + integrate knowledge from other disciplines to the field of mechanical engineering | K | (US3) | |
| Appreciate the contexts in which engineering knowledge can be applied | C | (P3) | |
| Apply appropriate mathematical + engineering principles | C | (E1) | |
| Apply engineering solutions to practical problems | C | (D1) | |
| Appreciate the contexts in which engineering knowledge can be applied | C | (P3) | |
| Apply appropriate mathematical + engineering principles | C | (E1) | |
| Develop engineering solutions to practical problems | C | (D1) | |
| Analyse systems and propose solutions using a systems approach | C | (D4, E2,4) | |
| Plan and manage complex projects | C | (D6) | |
| Work with technical uncertainty | C | (P8) | |
| Appreciate the contexts in which engineering knowledge can be applied | C | (P3) | |
| Select and apply appropriate mathematical + engineering principles | C | (E1) | |
| Develop engineering solutions to practical problems | C | (D1) | |
| Analyse systems and synthesise solutions using a systems approach | C | (D4, E2,4) | |
| Plan and manage complex projects | C | (D6) | |
| Work with technical uncertainty | C | (P8) | |
| Apply appropriate mathematical methods | P | (US2) | |
| Demonstrate competence in laboratory and workshop practice | P | (P1,2) | |
| Demonstrate familiarity with IT and computing tools related to mechanical engineering | P | (E3) | |
| Conduct the design process from concept to product including technical analysis and critical analysis of outcomes | P | (D1-6) | |
| Research information to develop ideas | P | (P4-6) | |
| Apply appropriate mathematical methods | P | (US2) | |
| Demonstrate competence in laboratory and workshop practice | P | (P1,2) | |
| Demonstrate familiarity with IT and computing tools related to mechanical engineering | P | (E3) | |
| Conduct the design process from concept to product including technical analysis and critical analysis of outcomes | P | (D1-6) | |
| Research information to develop ideas | P | (P4-6) | |
| Use research methods to conduct an individual project | P | ||
| Apply appropriate mathematical methods | P | (us2) | |
| Demonstrate competence in laboratory and workshop practice | P | (p1,2) | |
| Demonstrate familiarity with IT and computing tools related to mechanical engineering | P | (e3) | |
| Conduct the design process from concept to product including technical analysis and critical analysis of outcomes | P | (d1-6) | |
| Research information to develop ideas | P | (p4-6) | |
| Use research methods to conduct an individual project | P | ||
| Use of scientific evidence and logical thought in the presentation of ideas | T | ||
| Evaluate information and requirements | T | (d2) | |
| Effectively communicate using oral and written skills | T | ||
| Manage time effectively | T | ||
| Use common IT and computing resources to present reports and data | T | (e3) | |
| Use of scientific evidence and logical thought in the presentation of ideas | T | ||
| Evaluate information and requirements | T | (d2) | |
| Use creativity and innovation in problem solving | T | (d4) | |
| Effectively communicate using oral and written skills | T | ||
| Manage time effectively | T | ||
| Lead and be part of a technical team | T | ||
| Use common IT and computing resources to present reports and data | T | (e3) | |
| Use of scientific evidence and logical thought in the presentation of ideas | T | ||
| Evaluate information and requirements | T | (D2) | |
| Use creativity and innovation in problem solving | T | (D4) | |
| Effectively communicate using oral and written skills | T | ||
| Manage time effectively | T | ||
| Lead and be part of a technical team | T | ||
| Use common IT and computing resources to present reports and data | T | (E3) |
Attributes Developed
C - Cognitive/analytical
K - Subject knowledge
T - Transferable skills
P - Professional/Practical skills
Programme structure
Full-time
This Bachelor's Degree (Honours) programme is studied full-time over three academic years, consisting of 360 credits (120 credits at FHEQ levels 4, 5 and 6). All modules are semester based and worth 15 credits with the exception of project, practice based and dissertation modules.
Possible exit awards include:
- Bachelor's Degree (Ordinary) (300 credits)
- Diploma of Higher Education (240 credits)
- Certificate of Higher Education (120 credits)
Full-time with PTY
This Bachelor's Degree (Honours) programme is studied full-time over four academic years, consisting of 480 credits (120 credits at FHEQ levels 4, 5, 6 and the optional professional training year). All modules are semester based and worth 15 credits with the exception of project, practice based and dissertation modules.
Possible exit awards include:
- Bachelor's Degree (Ordinary) (300 credits)
- Diploma of Higher Education (240 credits)
- Certificate of Higher Education (120 credits)
Programme Adjustments (if applicable)
N/A
Modules
Year 1 - FHEQ Level 4
| Module code | Module title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENG1061 | MATHEMATICS 1 | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG1062 | FLUID MECHANICS & THERMODYNAMICS 1 | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG1063 | MATERIALS & STATICS | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG1064 | DESIGN & COMPONENT PRODUCTION | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG1065 | MATHEMATICS 2 | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG1066 | SOLID MECHANICS 1 | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG1067 | EXPERIMENTAL & TRANSFERABLE SKILLS | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG1068 | ELECTRONIC INSTRUMENTATION 1 | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
Optional modules for Year 1 - FHEQ Level 4
N/A
Year 2 - FHEQ Level 5
| Module code | Module title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENG2087 | DESIGN PROJECT | Compulsory | 30 | Year-long |
| ENG2088 | SOLID MECHANICS 2 | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG2089 | FLUID MECHANICS & THERMODYNAMICS 2 | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG2090 | ELECTRONIC INSTRUMENTATION 2 | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG2093 | NUMERICAL & EXPERIMENTAL METHODS | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG2095 | MECHANICS OF VEHICLES & MACHINES | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG2123 | CONTROL | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
Optional modules for Year 2 - FHEQ Level 5
N/A
Year 3 - FHEQ Level 6
Optional modules for Year 3 - FHEQ Level 6
Semester 1: choose 2 of the 3 listed optional modules
Semester 2: choose 1 of the 4 listed optional modules
Year 1 (with PTY) - FHEQ Level 4
| Module code | Module title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENG1061 | MATHEMATICS 1 | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG1062 | FLUID MECHANICS & THERMODYNAMICS 1 | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG1063 | MATERIALS & STATICS | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG1064 | DESIGN & COMPONENT PRODUCTION | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG1065 | MATHEMATICS 2 | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG1066 | SOLID MECHANICS 1 | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG1067 | EXPERIMENTAL & TRANSFERABLE SKILLS | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG1068 | ELECTRONIC INSTRUMENTATION 1 | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
Optional modules for Year 1 (with PTY) - FHEQ Level 4
N/A
Year 2 (with PTY) - FHEQ Level 5
| Module code | Module title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENG2087 | DESIGN PROJECT | Compulsory | 30 | Year-long |
| ENG2088 | SOLID MECHANICS 2 | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG2089 | FLUID MECHANICS & THERMODYNAMICS 2 | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG2090 | ELECTRONIC INSTRUMENTATION 2 | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG2093 | NUMERICAL & EXPERIMENTAL METHODS | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG2095 | MECHANICS OF VEHICLES & MACHINES | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG2123 | CONTROL | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
Optional modules for Year 2 (with PTY) - FHEQ Level 5
N/A
Year 3 (with PTY) - FHEQ Level 6
Optional modules for Year 3 (with PTY) - FHEQ Level 6
Semester 1: choose 2 of the 3 listed optional modules
Semester 2: choose 1 of the 4 listed optional modules
Professional Training Year (PTY) - Professional Training Year
| Module code | Module title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGP012 | PROFESSIONAL TRAINING YEAR MODULE (FULL-YEAR WORK) | Core | 120 | Year-long |
Optional modules for Professional Training Year (PTY) - Professional Training Year
N/A
Opportunities for placements / work related learning / collaborative activity
| Associate Tutor(s) / Guest Speakers / Visiting Academics | Y | |
| Professional Training Year (PTY) | Y | |
| Placement(s) (study or work that are not part of PTY) | N | |
| Clinical Placement(s) (that are not part of the PTY scheme) | N | |
| ERASMUS Study (that is not taken during Level P) | N | |
| Study exchange(s) (that are not part of the ERASMUS scheme) | Y | Yes |
| Dual degree | N |
Other information
BEng students may transfer onto the equivalent level of the corresponding MEng Programme at any time following the completion of FHEQ Level 4 up until the beginning of semester 1 of FHEQ Level 6, provided that they achieve an average of at least 60% in the preceding level (excluding PTY) prior to the date of transfer.
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