Mechanical Engineering [with Foundation Year] [with Placement Year]
Anglia Ruskin University
UCAS Code: H308 | Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
Anglia Ruskin University
UCAS Code: H308 | Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
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About this course
Develop the skills to address 21st century engineering design challenges and contribute to the achievement of net zero by 2050, with our Mechanical Engineering degree at ARU Peterborough.
**Why study at ARU Peterborough**
- Focus on sustainability, decarbonisation and net zero
- Enhanced employability with industry defined skills development
- Emphasis on engineering design
As a graduate engineer, you'll spend your career involved in the challenge to achieve net zero by 2050. This course is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge to competently contribute to the realisation of this goal.
From day one of the course, you'll work on real-world engineering projects. During your first year you will study Literacies in Higher Education, Introduction to Life Sciences, Contemporary Issues and Into ARU, to prepare you for studying at degree level. Then in year 2 you'll look at technical problems through environmental, ethical, social and financial lenses, and use the maths and science knowledge and skills you've gained to solve them – the same approach you'll take in the workplace.
You'll learn to address engineering design problems creatively and innovatively using the wide range of the digital tools that engineers use to simulate and analyse physical phenomena, as well as those used to support the design and manufacturing process.
You'll become adept at communicating though a variety of media with fellow engineers and a range of stakeholders from technical and non-technical backgrounds, and develop team-working skills throughout your course.
By the time you graduate, you'll be a well-rounded engineer with plenty of experience and expertise to offer potential employers.
Modules
Year 1:
Literacies and Higher Education
Contemporary Issues
Extended Project
Into ARU
Year 2:
Maths for Engineering
Introduction to Computer Aided Engineering
Introduction to Engineering
Fundamental Engineering Science
Conceptual Design Project
Year 3:
Solid Mechanics
Ruskin Modules
Design, Implementation & Operation Project
Thermo-dynamics & Heat Transfer
Net-zero Innovation & Technology
Year 4:
Advanced Engineering & Simulation
Net-zero Challenge Project
Robotics & System Automation
Major Project for Engineers
Assessment methods
Assessment for this course will use a variety of techniques to develop and assess not only your technical knowledge and skills, but also professional skills such as communication and teamwork.
Professionally relevant assessments will be used to help you experience the types of tasks you will undertake in the workplace. Some of your understanding of the more theoretical and technical aspects will be assessed though examination. You'll receive structured, insightful feedback throughout your course.
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The Uni
ARU Peterborough
Faculty of Engineering, Agri-tech and the Environment (ARUP)
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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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