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 during the third year for BEng students, and during the third and fourth years for MEng students. Take a look at some of the modules you may have the opportunity to study below.
Semester 1 & 2
Compulsory
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.
Introduction to Sport Biomechanics and Kinesiology
The aims of this module are to develop students' theoretical and practical understanding of the mechanics of human motion, especially as related to sporting performance; and the anatomical structures of the body and the ways that the muscular and skeletal systems interact during motion.
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.
Product Design Methods
The aim of this module is for students to understand the importance of the human user as a major determinant of product and workplace design, and to be introduced to design awareness and the concepts of product visualisation, particularly as applied to consumer products.
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.
Measurement and Mechanical Design for Sport
The aim of this module is to help students understand the basic principles of measurement and mechanical design, and how these principles are applied in sports technology and engineering. By the end of this module, students will be able to measure physical properties accurately, analyse data, and use these measurements to design (CAD) and test mechanical parts and systems used in the sports industry.
Semester 1 & 2
Compulsory
Biomechanics of Sport
The aims of this module are for the student to:
- develop an understanding of the mechanical principles governing human movement
- be introduced to the mathematical modelling of sports movements
- be introduced to biomechanical data acquisition techniques and their use in mechanical analysis of sports movements
Engineering Computation for Sports Technology
The aims of this module are to:
- improve computer literacy and programming skills;
- develop the ability to solve 'real' engineering problems by numerical methods.
Applied Sports Technology 2
The aim of this module is for the student to develop, through practical applications of knowledge, the engineering management and communications skills acquired throughout the taught programme.
Application of Product Design in Sports
The aim of this module is for the students to apply the principles of design, manufacture & test, as studied in Parts A & B, to a group project in which they will develop and verify conceptual solutions to sports-related product design opportunities.
Semester 1
Compulsory
Measurement and Experimental Design
The aim of this module is for students to understand the factors involved in measurement and data collection in order to evaluate sports equipment and sports performers.
Electronic Systems
The aim of this module is for students to gain fundamental appreciation of electronics systems and devices and to be confident to use standard electronics devices for circuit design and implementation.
Semester 2
Compulsory
Statistics
The aim of this module is to introduce statistical approaches that are important in engineering design and production.
Sports Goods Design, Manufacture and Test
The aim of this module is for the students to understand design principles and evolution of the factors concerned with the design, manufacture and performance testing of specific sports equipment.
Semester 1 & 2
Compulsory
Advanced 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: advanced analysis and interpretation of data, advanced numerical modelling, synthesis of problem-solving methods, holistic approach to the design process;
- demonstrate proficient independence of thought and creation of knowledge.
Semester 1
Compulsory
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.
Sports Surfaces, Footwear and Garments
The aim of this module is for students to appreciate the importance of playing surfaces, footwear and garments in sport and leisure and the factors involved in their design.
Optional
Design Methods and Communication
The aim of the module is for students to apply the principles of industrial and product design, to conduct and analyse research/market/users data and to communicate the design process and proposal to target audience.
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.
Additive Manufacturing for Product Development
The module will introduce and develop the concepts of seven Additive Manufacturing (AM) process categories. The module will emphasise the strengths and weaknesses of the various technologies and will highlight applications and case studies from the Additive Manufacturing (AM) industry.
Semester 2
Compulsory
Sports Equipment Industry
The aim of this module is for the students to gain an appreciation of the size and complexity of the sports goods business, the implications of intellectual property, innovation, brand management, marketing, operations and end of life.
Optional
Polymer Engineering - Processing and Manufacture
The aim of the module is to illustrate the principles and practice of engineering science applied to the processing and manufacture of products based on polymers.
Manufacturing Planning & Control
The aims of the module are for students to gain an understanding of the manufacturing environment, and to gain a knowledge of the common techniques applied in that environment.
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.
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.
Semester 1 & 2
Compulsory
Advanced Sport Biomechanics
The aim of this module is for the student to develop an understanding of theoretical and experimental approaches to biomechanical analyses underpinned by the relationships between forces, motion, and the human musculoskeletal system during dynamic activities in sport.
Project Engineering - Total Product Design
The aim of the module is to provide a realistic and substantial team project experience in engineering design.
Semester 1
Compulsory
Innovation and Technology
This module aims to equip students with an in depth knowledge of innovation and entrepreneurship as they apply to technology driven industries. It will analyse how technology driven businesses create, select and implement new products and services through effective innovation.
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.
Optional
Polymer Engineering - Properties and Design
The aim of the module is for the student to develop Masters' level skills (in principle and in practice) of engineering science applied to the design of products based on the processing and properties of polymers and polymer composites.
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.
Advanced Manufacturing Processes and Technology 1
The aim of the module is for students to gain an understanding of the concepts, design, implementation and industrial applications of: advanced manufacturing processes and technology, including industrial automation and laser processing.
Semester 2
Compulsory
Emerging Technologies for Sport, Health and Wellbeing
The aim of this module is for students to develop a multidisciplinary knowledge and understanding of recent emerging technologies that can aid with improving health and wellbeing. This is inclusive of clinical devices to active lifestyle aids, and the module will cover topics including how they are developed, how they can be applied, and how to utilise them in research and practice.
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
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.
Additive Manufacturing and Reverse Engineering
The module will introduce and develop the concepts of Reverse Engineering (RE) and further investigate the concept of Additive Manufacturing (AM), emphasising the complexities of such manufacturing methods.
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.