Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Level 7 apprenticeship)
(MSc) Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Level 7 apprenticeship)
Entry for 2025
FHEQ level
This course is set at Level 7 (Masters) in the national Framework for Higher Education Qualifications.
Course learning outcomes
Apply a comprehensive knowledge of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles to the solution of complex problems. Much of the knowledge will be at the forefront of the particular subject of study and informed by a critical awareness of new developments and the wider context of engineering.
Formulate and analyse complex problems to reach substantiated conclusions. This will involve evaluating available data using first principles of mathematics, statistics, natural sciences and engineering principles, and using engineering judgment to work with information that may be uncertain or incomplete, discussing the limitations of the techniques employed.
Select and apply appropriate computational and analytical techniques to model complex problems, discussing the limitations of the techniques employed.
Select and critically evaluate technical literature and other sources of information to solve complex problems.
Design solutions for complex problems that evidence some originality and meet a combination of societal, user, business and customer needs as appropriate. This will involve consideration of applicable health & safety, diversity, inclusion, cultural, societal, environmental and commercial matters, codes of practice and industry standards
Evaluate the environmental and societal impact of solutions to complex problems (to include the entire life cycle of a product or process) and minimise adverse impacts.
Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader of a team. Evaluate effectiveness of own and team performance.
Communicate effectively on complex engineering matters with technical and non-technical audiences, evaluating the effectiveness of the methods used.
Full-time course composition
| Year | Term | Status | Module | Credits | FHEQ level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Autumn Semester | Core | Computational Thermofluids Engineering (891H1) | 15 | 7 |
| Core | Research Methods and Professional Skills (890H1) | 15 | 7 | ||
| Spring Semester | Core | Advanced Stress and Failure Mode Analysis (892H1) | 15 | 7 | |
| Core | Sustainability, Part Validation and Product Lifecycle (893H1) | 15 | 7 | ||
| Summer Teaching | Core | Advanced Materials and Digital Manufacturing (895H1) | 15 | 7 | |
| Core | Optimisation of Components, Systems and Processes (894H1) | 15 | 7 | ||
| Year | Term | Status | Module | Credits | FHEQ level |
| 2 | Autumn Semester | Core | Computer Aided High Speed Machining Applications (897H1) | 15 | 7 |
| Core | Rapid Manufacturing Applications (896H1) | 15 | 7 | ||
| Spring & Summer Teaching | Core | Master's Degree Apprenticeship Synoptic Project (898H1) | 60 | 7 |
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