Programme Specification
BEng (Hons) Manufacturing Engineering
Academic Year: 2014/15
This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if full advantage is taken of the learning opportunities that are provided.
This specification applies to delivery of the programme in the Academic Year indicated above. Prospective students reviewing this information for a later year of study should be aware that these details are subject to change as outlined in our Terms and Conditions of Study.
This specification should be read in conjunction with:
- Reg. XX (Undergraduate Awards) (see University Regulations)
- Module Specifications
- Summary
- Aims
- Learning outcomes
- Structure
- Progression & weighting
Programme summary
Awarding body/institution | Loughborough University |
Teaching institution (if different) | |
Owning school/department | Wolfson School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering - pre-2016 |
Details of accreditation by a professional/statutory body | IMechE IET |
Final award | BEng/ BEng +DIS /BEng + DIntS/ BEng + DPS |
Programme title | Manufacturing Engineering |
Programme code | MMUB01 |
Length of programme | The duration of the programme is 6 semesters, or 8 semesters if students undertake the additional period of study, normally between Parts B and C, leading to the award of the Diploma in Industrial Studies, the Diploma of International Studies or the Diploma of Professional Studies. |
UCAS code | H780, H781 |
Admissions criteria | http://www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/courses/departments/mechanical-manfacturing/manufacturingengineering/ |
Date at which the programme specification was published | Sun, 05 Oct 2014 08:58:45 BST |
1. Programme Aims
- To produce engineering graduates ready to play a substantial role in manufacturing companies.
- To provide a foundation for graduates wishing to progress to professional engineering status.
- To provide a high quality educational experience for students in a programme of study which combines wide ranging aspects of manufacturing technologies, manufacturing management, design for manufacture and engineering design,
- To develop analytical and transferable skills that will enable graduates to gain employment in a wide variety of professions and to make a valuable contribution to society.
2. Relevant subject benchmark statements and other external reference points used to inform programme outcomes:
Periodic Programme Review
Framework for Higher Education Qualifications
QAA Benchmark statements for Engineering
Engineering Council-UK, UK SPEC “The Accreditation of Higher Education programmes”
Accreditation Reports
3. Programme Learning Outcomes
3.1 Knowledge and Understanding
On completion of the programme, students will have acquired a broad base of engineering knowledge and skills, necessary to tackle modern manufacturing challenges and contribute to wealth creation. The programme provides a thorough understanding of manufacturing processes, manufacturing technologies and organisational principles alongside an understanding of operational principles, business processes and human management issues. Graduates should be self reliant and able to contribute well in team situations and will have gained the technical ability and commercial awareness to be able to work in both industrial and research environments.
On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
- the underpinning science, mathematics and other disciplines associated with a career in manufacturing engineering.
- engineering principles, quantitative methods, mathematical and computer models.
- codes of practice, industry standards and quality issues applicable to a career in manufacturing engineering.
- management techniques appropriate for a career in manufacturing engineering and an understanding of the commercial and economic context of an engineering business.
- the nature of intellectual property issues and of environmental, legal and ethical issues within the modern industrial world.
- the characteristics of engineering materials, equipment and processes and an awareness of basic mechanical workshop practices.
3.2 Skills and other attributes
a. Subject-specific cognitive skills:
On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:-
- identify a manufacturing related problem and generate innovative solutions
- apply appropriate methods (inc. the use of IT) to model and assess such solutions.
- apply mathematical and scientific methods to the analysis of manufacturing related problems;
- Show initiative, innovation and intellect in problem solving
b. Subject-specific practical skills:
On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:
- use appropriate computer software and computational techniques;
- use appropriate laboratory and basic workshop equipment competently and safely;
- research information relating to manufacturing technologies and their management;
- perform analyses and calculations relevant to the solution of manufacturing related problems;
- prepare engineering drawings and technical reports and give technical presentations;
- demonstrate organisational and management skills.
c. Key transferable skills:
On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:
- Apply creative and structured approaches to problem solving.
- Communicate effectively through written, graphical, interpersonal and presentation skills.
- Design and implement basic computer based information systems.
- Monitor and adjust a personal programme of work on an on-going basis and learn independently.
- Work in a team.
- Structure, plan and manage group activities.
4. Programme structure
4.1 Part A - Introductory Modules
4.1.1 Semester 1
(i) COMPULSORY MODULES (total modular weight 60)
Code
|
Title
|
Modular Weight |
MAA306 |
Mathematics for Manufacturing Engineering (20) |
10 |
MMA102 |
Engineering Science 1 (20) |
10 |
MMA400 |
Manufacturing Design 1 |
10 |
MMA501 |
Integrating Studies 1a |
10 |
MMB610 |
Manufacturing Technology |
10 |
MMA604 |
Materials and Manufacturing Processes (20) |
10 |
4.1.2 Semester 2
COMPULSORY MODULES (total modular weight 60)
Code
|
Title
|
Modular Weight |
MAA306 |
Mathematics for Manufacturing Engineering (20) |
10 |
MMA102 |
Engineering Science 1 (20) |
10 |
MMA504 |
Integrating Studies 1b |
10 |
MMA210 |
Manufacturing Management |
10 |
MMA604 |
Materials and Manufacturing Processes (20) |
10 |
MMA900 |
Electronics and Electrical Technology 1 |
10 |
4.2 Part B - Degree Modules
4.2.1 Semester 1
COMPULSORY MODULES (total modular weight 60)
Code
|
Title
|
Modular Weight |
MMB112 |
Engineering Science 2 |
10 |
MMB310 |
Engineering and Management Modelling |
10 |
MMC200 |
Engineering Management: Finance, Law and Quality |
10 |
MMB501 |
Integrating Studies (20) |
10 |
MMB505 |
Manufacturing Design 2 |
10 |
MMB600 |
Manufacturing Processes Technology (20) |
10 |
4.2.2 Semester 2
COMPULSORY MODULES (total modular weight 60)
Code
|
Title
|
Modular Weight |
MAB206 |
Statistics |
10 |
MMB301 |
Software Engineering |
10 |
MMB403 |
Design of Machine Elements |
10 |
MMC203 |
Manufacturing Planning and Control |
10 |
MMB501 |
Integrating Studies (20) |
10 |
MMB600 |
Manufacturing Processes Technology (20) |
10 |
4.3 Part I – Optional Placement Year
COMPULSORY MODULE
Code
|
Title
|
Modular Weight |
MMI001 |
Diploma in Industrial Studies (DIS) |
120 |
MMI002 |
Diploma in Professional Studies (DPS) |
120 |
(In order to be considered for the award of DIS or DPS students will need to complete a minimum of 45 weeks in an approved placement and meet the specified report submission for the award, for further details contact the industrial training coordinator for the School or visit https://engskills.lboro.ac.uk/mm/mmstudent.html Students should note that consideration of this award is only on successful completion of their degree programme)
MMI003 |
Diploma in International Studies (DIntS) |
120 |
(In order to be considered for the award of DIntS students will need to complete 45 weeks approved overseas placement. This may be industrial or academic study or a combination of the two. At the end of the placement students are required to submit a report and dissertation, further details are available via the School’s Exchange Coordinator)
4.4 Part C - Degree Modules
4.4.1 Semester 1
(i)COMPULSORY MODULES (total modular weight (30)
Code
|
Title
|
Modular Weight |
MMC500 |
Individual Project (40) |
10 |
MMC201 |
Organisation Structure & Strategy |
10 |
MMC602 |
Sustainable Manufacturing |
10 |
(ii) OPTIONAL MODULES (total modular weight 30)
Optional subjects with a modular weight of 30 must be selected, with no more than 2 from any one group.
Group A Modules
Code
|
Title
|
Modular Weight |
MPC013 |
Polymers and Applications |
10 |
MMC606 |
Additive Manufacturing for Product Development |
10 |
MMC600 | Advanced Manufacturing Processes and Technology | 10 |
Group B Modules
Code
|
Title
|
Modular Weight |
MMD207 |
Project Management |
10 |
MMC400 |
Design for Assembly |
10 |
MMC901 |
Digital Image Processing |
10 |
MMC108 |
Manufacturing Automation and Control |
10 |
4.4.2 Study Overseas
Students may choose to study Part C – Semester 1 at an approved Overseas Higher Education Institution. The mix of subjects of the learning programme must be approved in advance by the Programme Director. The proposed programme of learning will normally include work on an Individual Project with a modular weight of 10.
4.4.3 Semester 2
(i) COMPULSORY MODULES (total modular weight 40)
Code
|
Title
|
Modular Weight |
MMC500 |
Individual Project (40) |
30 |
MMD203 |
Lean Operations and Supply Chain Management |
10 |
(ii) OPTIONAL MODULES (total modular weight 20)
Optional subjects with a modular weight of 20 must be selected from the following, no more than 10 weight from any one Group.
Group A Modules
Code
|
Title
|
Modular Weight |
MMC204 |
Management of the Human Resource |
10 |
MMC206 |
Product Innovation Management |
10 |
MMC603 |
Metrology |
10 |
Group B Modules
Code
|
Title
|
Modular Weight |
MMC700 |
Sports Engineering |
10 |
MMC610 |
Healthcare Engineering |
10 |
MPC012 |
Polymer Engineering : Processing and Manufacture |
10 |
MMC300 | Product Information Systems - Computer Aided Design | 10 |
In exceptional circumstances, a student may substitute another degree level module (weight 10) from the University’s catalogue for one of the optional modules listed, subject to the prior approval of the Programme Director. The student is responsible for ensuring that all aspects of any such selection can be incorporated into their individual timetable.
5. Criteria for Progression and Degree Award
5.1 Criteria for Progression and Degree Award
5.1.1 In order to progress from Part A to Part B, and from Part B to Part C and to be eligible for the award of an Honours degree, candidates must satisfy the minimum credit requirements set out in Regulation XX.
5.2 Re-assessment
Re-assessment requirements are in accordance with Regulation XX. Where a candidate has achieved fewer than 60 credits in a part of the programme, reassessment in the relevant part is not available to that candidate in the Special Assessment Period.
6. Relative Weighting of Parts of the Programme for the Purposes of Final Degree Classification
Candidates’ final degree classification will be determined on the basis of their performance in degree level Module Assessments in Parts B and Part C, in accordance with the scheme set out in Regulation XX. The overall average percentage marks for each Part will be combined in the ratio Part B 40: Part C 60, to determine the degree classification.