Department of Mechanical Engineering, Unit Catalogue 2006/07

ME40229 Integrated industrial project

Credits: 18

Level: Masters

Semester: 2

Assessment: CW100

Requisites:

Before taking this unit you must take ME30068

Aims:
* To give each student the experience of a real design environment on placement in either the UK or abroad.
* This unit builds on the evaluation stage leading to a detailed design that takes into account both engineering and commercial aspects.
* To present these results in written and oral form and to practising engineers at an exhibition.
Learning Outcomes:
After taking this unit the student should be able to:
* Demonstrate detailed knowledge and understanding of the technical process that is engineering design.
* Demonstrate detailed knowledge and understanding of the commercial aspects of engineering.
* Work in a multi-disciplinary team.
Skills:
Working in a team; problem solving; numeracy; written communication; oral communication; IT.
Content:
Detail Design/Detailed Commercial Study. Numerical analysis of machines. Design for manufacture. CAD. Business Plan.

University | Catalogues for 2006/07