The courses within the Wolfson School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering are unique from day one with industry focused content, meaning you can learn the skills and knowledge to build a successful career from the very start. Whilst there are compulsory modules throughout the course, there will be an opportunity for you to specialise in a specific area through your optional module choices in the third year. Take a look at some of the modules you may have the opportunity to study below.

Compulsory modules

Engineering Mathematics

The aims of this module are:

  • To equip students with a range of mathematical tools which will be useful in other modules which they study.
  • To introduce computer technology into the solution of mathematical problems via MATLAB.
  • To develop competence and confidence in basic mathematical techniques.
  • To motivate and encourage students to learn mathematics through the use of real life examples.

Applied Engineering

This module aims to:

  • Introduce students to engineering as a professional multi-disciplinary activity through problems and challenges that integrate the new knowledge and understanding which is being taught in other modules.
  • Provide a problem-based learning environment in which students can respond to design briefs and gain ongoing feedback from teaching and technical staff, as well as each other.
  • Provide students with basic project delivery and management skills to develop an engineered solution in a team-based environment.
  • Provide students with knowledge of routes to Chartered Engineer Status along with opportunities for their professional career development using the Engineering Council's UK-Specification and Personal Best.

Engineering Science

The aim of this module is for students to develop an understanding of the fundamental aspects of engineering science in the areas of statics, kinematics, dynamics, mechanics of materials, heat transfer and thermodynamics.

Technology and Manufacturing Management

More information to follow.

Integrated Product Design

The aim of this module is for students to understand the integrated nature of Product Design and technology. Students will gain an introduction to:

  • The processes of creating design information through applied Computer Aided Design (CAD) methods.
  • Reading graphical engineering design information.
  • The design and implementation of engineering related software and programming.
  • Electronics and technology.
  • CAD based simulation for modelling.

Materials and Manufacturing Processes

The aims of the module are:

  • To introduce the fundamental properties of engineering materials through an understanding of the atomic and molecular interactions taking place within them.
  • To provide an introduction to the technology of manufacturing processes and how their selection is influenced by, and subsequently affects, the material properties.

Compulsory modules

Global Business Dynamics and Management of the Human Resource

The aim of the module is for students to gain comprehensive understanding of the complexities and dynamics of global business environments, and the impact of globalisation on business practices including Human Resource Management strategies for global businesses.

The module will additionally focus on the strategic and operational aspects of managing human resources in a global context.

Students will explore key concepts such as international trade, cross-cultural management, global supply chain dynamics, and the impact of globalisation on business practices. Additionally, the module will evaluate different human resource management strategies, including talent acquisition, development, and retention, as well as the challenges of managing a diverse workforce in a global, connected world.

Manufacturing Process Technology

To gain an understanding of:

  • The engineering principles that underpin the more common manufacturing processes.
  • Processes and applications of different manufacturing processes.
  • Computer numerical control and other computer controlled machines.
  • Additive Manufacturing processes and applications.

Digital Manufacturing and Discrete Event Simulation

The aim of the module is for students to gain an understanding of the emerging trends in digitalisation in manufacturing systems and its main core technologies, including Industry 4.0, Smart Factories, Virtual Engineering and Discrete Event Simulation.

Engineering and Management Modelling

The aims of this module are to develop an understanding of how engineering science and management science are supported by mathematical and computational techniques in the modelling and simulation of selected real-world systems and problems.

Manufacturing Design

The aim of this module is for students to gain an experience of the application of design principles, as studied in Part A, to the solution of a manufacturing engineering problem in a group environment.

Manufacturing Technology

The aim of the module is for students to gain a basic understanding of various aspects of manufacturing technology i.e. metal cutting technology, methods of measurement (metrology) and electronics manufacturing processes.

Statistics

The aim of this module is to introduce statistical approaches that are important in engineering design and production.

Manufacturing Planning and Control

The aims of the module are for students to gain an understanding of manufacturing operations and production planning and control, and to gain a knowledge of the common techniques applied in these contexts.

Competitive Engineering Strategy and Solutions

More information to follow.

Software Engineering

The aim of the module is for students to develop introductory understanding and practice in the design and implementation of engineering related software.

Compulsory modules

Individual Project

The aims of this module are for the students to practice an aspect of engineering in a simulated professional situation whereby they

  • Develop the ability to work individually.
  • Apply knowledge gained in several subject areas in previous years.
  • Exercise initiative, imagination and creativity.
  • Gain experience in project planning, project implementation and communication of outcomes.
  • Demonstrate one or more of the following: analysis and interpretation of data, numerical modelling, use of appropriate problem-solving approaches, use of industry-standard design processes.

Engineering Management: Finance, Law and Quality

The aim of the module is to enable students to understand the financial, legal and quality management principles that apply to the operational management of engineering organisations.

Organisation Structure & Strategy

The aim of the module is for students to gain an understanding of the nature of engineering organisations, their design and strategy within a global context.

Sustainable Product Lifecycle Engineering

The aim of this module is for the student to consider a sustainability-oriented engineering methodology that takes into account the comprehensive technical, environmental, social and economic impacts of decisions within the product life cycle, and requires analysis to quantify sustainability and setting appropriate targets for environmental impact using the international ISO standards 14040-44 for Life Cycle Assessment.

Project Management

The aim of this module is for students to explore the approaches, skills and techniques needed to effectively manage projects. Students will also explore the role of mentors in enabling less experienced students to manage their design projects.

Product Innovation Management

The aim of this module is for students to gain an understanding of strategic and operational issues and demands related to product innovation management through a series of lectures covering an appreciation of market dynamics and their effect on the design of new products, including the development of appropriate management strategies.

Lean Operations and Supply Chain Management

The aim of this module is to enable students to understand core elements of Lean operations management within manufacturing systems and supply chains of products.

Sustainable Product Design

This module aims to provide an understanding of the tools and techniques available to facilitate sustainable product design and provide knowledge of the product design processes that can reduce environmental impacts and promote sustainable practices.

Optional modules

Advanced Computer Aided Design

The aim of this module is to give students an understanding of the enabling technologies of geometric modelling as they support computer aided design for manufacturing engineering.

Metrology

The aims of this module are to introduce and examine the principles of Metrology (measurement science) and inspection in the specification, design and development of products or systems. It considers advanced methods available for the measurement of dimensional and geometric features, and inspection of surface characteristics, and illustrates the translation of metrological themes into other engineering, science and technological areas.

Healthcare Engineering

The aim of the module is to introduce students from a diverse range of engineering backgrounds to both the opportunities and constraints of engineering practice in healthcare, medicine and medical device industry. The module will have a focus on products, design and manufacture, innovation and exploitation in a regulated industry on emerging health technology products.

Sports Engineering

The aim of the module is for students to gain an understanding of the science and materials relating to sports equipment design and manufacture and to appreciate the significance of this industry sector.

The information above is intended as an example only, featuring module details for the current year of study. Modules are reviewed on an annual basis and may be subject to future changes – revised details will be published through Programme Specifications ahead of each academic year. Please also see Terms and Conditions of Study for more information.