Mechanical Engineering (with Foundation Year)
Wrexham University
UCAS Code: FM22 | Bachelor of Engineering - BEng
About this course
Why choose this course?
The Mechanical Engineering degree provides the opportunity to combine practical aspects of day-to-day engineering and simulation-based projects providing a solid background for a career in the engineering and manufacturing industry sector.
The graduates from the degree will:
- be pragmatic, taking a systematic approach and the logical and practical steps necessary for often complex concepts to become reality.
- seek to achieve sustainable solutions to problems and have strategies for being creative, innovative, and overcoming difficulties by employing their skills, knowledge and understanding in a flexible manner.
- be skilled at solving problems by applying their numerical, computational, analytical, and technical skills, using appropriate tools.
- be risk, cost and value-conscious, and aware of their ethical, social, cultural, environmental, health and safety, and wider professional responsibilities.
- be familiar with the nature of business and enterprise in the creation of economic and social value appreciate the global dimensions of engineering, commerce, and communication;
- be able to formulate and operate within appropriate codes of conduct, when faced with an ethical issue.
- be professional in their outlook, be capable of team working, be effective communicators, and be able to exercise responsibility and sound management approaches.
- You will have opportunity to transfer to an integrated-master’s degree course MEng Mechanical Engineering at the end of your year 3 (level 5) study.
You can also choose to study this degree without a foundation year BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering (3 years) or with Industrial Placement year BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering with Industrial Placement (4 years)
*This course is subject to EAB accreditation.
Key course features:
- Includes a foundation year to prepare you for university-level study.
- You will be taught by a dedicated teaching team, with extensive industrial experience.
- Accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Board (subject to EAB accreditation in 2023.)
- Up-to-date teaching facilities including manufacturing facilities for Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machining, 3D printing/laser scanner and programme specific labs.
- Advanced Composite Training and Development Centre based in Broughton.
- Rapid prototyping facility and specialist manufacturing systems simulation software.
- Access to cutting edge computer-aided design, analysis and simulation software, including ANSYS, Abaqus, MATLAB and Simulink, etc.
Modules
What you will study
YEAR 1 (Foundation Year)
The foundation year provides a grounding in all aspects of engineering and design in order to prepare you for further years of study.
MODULES
Analytical Methods for Engineering
The Skills You Need
Design and Technology
Mechanical Science
Electrical and Electronic Science
Contextual Studies
YEAR 2 (level 4)
You will develop an understanding of the fundamental concepts, principles and theories in engineering. Acquire basic mathematic skills related to engineering and design problems. Use CAD for engineering design. Competence of working safely in engineering laboratories and workshops, and being able to conduct laboratory procedures, measurement and workshop practices under the guidance of a tutor.
MODULES
Introduction to Electrical & Mechanical Engineering Science
CAD and Production Science
Materials and Environment
Engineering Mathematics
Engineering Professional Development
Mechanical Systems
YEAR 3 (level 5)
You will build on the knowledge, concepts and skills acquired at level 4 in addition to more specialist knowledge, skills in engineering design and analysis. More in depth in theories in mechanics, fluid mechanics and thermodynamics, machine design, computer aided manufacturing, structures and finite element analysis, etc. Develop understanding in business and research methods.
MODULES
Engineering Futures – Research, Ethics, and Sustainability
Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics
Further Engineering Mathematics
Computer Aided Manufacturing
Mechanics, Structures & FEA
Machine Design and Manufacturing
YEAR 4 (level 6)
You will acquire a critical understanding and application of the high-level concepts, principles and theories in engineering as well as a critical understanding and explanation of advanced topics in engineering design and manufacturing, machine and production systems. Use knowledge and skills acquired to do an individual project.
MODULES
Project (Honours)
Mechanical Engineering Modelling & Simulation
Machine and Production System
Advanced Engineering Design and Manufacturing
Manufacturing Systems and Sustainable Engineering (optional)
Professional Engineering (optional)
The information listed in this section is an overview of the academic content of the programme that will take the form of either core or option modules. Modules are designated as core or option in accordance with professional body requirements and internal academic framework review, so may be subject to change.
Assessment methods
Teaching & Assessment
Wrexham Glyndŵr University is committed to supporting our students to maximise their academic potential. An open and friendly atmosphere enhances the students’ learning experience. Strong links to local, national, and international companies ensure teaching is industry relevant and provides students with the best possible starting point into their engineering career paths taking on key roles in industry and public services.
TEACHING AND LEARNING
We offer workshops and support sessions in areas such as academic writing, effective note-making and preparing for assignments.
Students can book appointments with academic skills tutors dedicated to helping deal with the practicalities of university work. Our student support section has more information on the help available.
In terms of particular needs, the University’s Inclusion Services can provide appropriate guidance and support should any students require reasonable adjustments to be made because of a recognised prevailing disability, medical condition, or specific learning difference.
Tuition fees
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The Uni
Wrexham (Main Campus)
School of Applied Science, Computing and Engineering
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We're short of engineers in a lot of areas and mechanical engineering is no exception. Mechanical engineers are in demand across multiple industries, with vehicle manufacturing most popular, with roles especially common in design and manufacturing. Other important sectors include aerospace, the oil and gas industry, consultancy and defence. Jobs are all around the country, with London, the Midlands, Scotland and the South East the most likely places for a new mechanical engineer to find work at the moment, and starting salaries are good. Although large employers are much the most likely place to get work, some of the most challenging, cutting edge jobs are with small niche engineering firms, so keep your eyes peeled if you want something a little different. Bear in mind that a lot of courses are four years long, and lead to an MEng qualification — this is necessary if you want to become a Chartered Engineer.
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