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Department of Mechanical Engineering, Unit Catalogue 2007/08


ME40314 Aerospace group business & design project - II

Credits: 18
Level: Masters
Semester: 2
Assessment: CW100
Requisites:
Before taking this unit you must take ME30313
Aims: To give each student the experience of a real aerospace design situation as part of a group.
This unit builds on the evaluation stage, leading to a detailed design that takes into account both engineering and business aspects.
To present these results in written and oral form and to practising engineers at an exhibition.
Learning Outcomes:
On successful completion of this unit the student will have:
* Demonstrated a detailed knowledge and understanding of the technical process that is aerospace engineering design.
* Demonstrated a detailed knowledge and understanding of the commercial aspects of aerospace engineering.
* Worked in a multi-disciplinary team.
* Developed a business plan.
Skills:
Working in a team; problem solving; numeracy; written communication; oral communication; IT; leadership.
Content:
Detail Design/Detailed Commercial Study. Numerical analysis. Design for manufacture. CAD. Business Plan. Flight Test. Exhibition presentation.