Apply engineering principles in the analysis and modelling of engineering processes, components and systems.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Skills are developed via in-module design projects at Stage 1 and in-module group projects at Stage 2.

Methods of Assessment

Coursework assignments Written project reports

Analyse, evaluate and interpret experimental data which may be incomplete or uncertain.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Skills are introduced in structured laboratory classes at Stage 1 and 2 and analysis of experimental data is a core component of the individual final year project.

Methods of Assessment

Structured laboratory classes Written project reports

Plan and manage the design of engineering systems/components.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Skills are progressively developed via in-module design projects at Stage 1, in-module group projects at Stage 2 and 3, and the individual final year project.

Methods of Assessment

Unseen written examinations Coursework assignments Written project reports

Apply problem-solving skills, creativity, knowledge and understanding to establish innovative and rigorous solutions to interdisciplinary engineering problems.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Innovation is primarily taught through in-module design projects, in-module group projects and particularly through the final year project.

Methods of Assessment

Written project reports Individual project presentation Group project oral presentation

Plan, conduct, present and report a major interdisciplinary engineering project.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Skills are progressively developed via in-module design projects at Stage 1, in-module group projects at Stage 2 and 3, and the individual final year project.

Methods of Assessment

Written project reports Individual project presentation Group project presentation

Make effective use of both oral and written skills to communicate their work to technical and non-technical audiences

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Oral and written presentations are embedded in the Stage 1 in-module design projects, in-module group projects at Stages 2 and 3 and the individual final year project. Many individual modules include substantial pieces of written coursework.

Methods of Assessment

Unseen written examinations Structured laboratory classes Coursework assignments Written project reports Individual project presentation Group project presentation

Use a range of Information Technology (e.g. word processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint, audio editing/processing software and specialist simulation and mathematical modelling packages).

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Skills in standard packages developed by practice across most modules. Instruction in specialist packages (e.g. Matlab, Max, Pro Tools) is typically provided for within Stage 1 and 2 modules with further elements supplied within individual final year projects.

Methods of Assessment

Structured laboratory classes Coursework assignments

Demonstrate aptitude for lifelong learning.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Students are encouraged to read outside their course notes, attend seminars and concerts, and are specifically expected to carry out literature reviews and state-of-the-art reviews in Stage 3 modules and the final year project.

Methods of Assessment

Coursework assignments Written project reports

Work in a team and understand professional responsibilities and codes of conduct.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Students learn to work together in Stage 1 in-module design projects and laboratory classes and in Stage 2 and 3 in-module group projects.

Methods of Assessment

Coursework assignments Written project reports Group project presentation

Demonstrate programming and embedded software skills appropriate to an engineer.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Students are taught C/C++ and embedded programming skills in first and second year; these are further developed though Stage 2 and 3 in-module projects and the final year project.

Methods of Assessment

Unseen written examinations Structured laboratory classes Coursework assignments Written project reports

Know and understand a range of project management techniques.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Project management is taught in the Stage 2 and 3 in-module group projects and in the individual final year project.

Methods of Assessment

Coursework assignments Group project presentation Written project reports

Know and understand the scientific principles underpinning Audio Engineering.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

These are primarily taught through lectures and tutorial classes at all Stages.

Methods of Assessment

Unseen written examinations Structured laboratory classes Coursework assignments Written project reports

Understand constraints in engineering design such as: ethics, sustainability, health and safety.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Introduced in the Stage 1 Design Projects and further developed in Stage 2 and 3 in-module group projects and the final year project.

Methods of Assessment

Structured laboratory classes Coursework assignments Written project reports

Apply practical software, hardware and CAD skills to engineering projects.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Taught in individual modules and combined in project activity.

Methods of Assessment

Coursework assignments Written project reports

Prepare accurate, descriptive and interpretative technical reports.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

All project work includes submission of a technical report.

Methods of Assessment

Coursework assignments Written project reports

Use instrumentation competently and safely.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Primarily taught through structured laboratory classes at Stages 1 and 2 but also covered in lecture course at Stage 1. Health and safety induction compulsory for all students.

Methods of Assessment

Structured laboratory classes

Use technical literature and data sheets appropriately.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Primarily taught through the individual final year project.

Methods of Assessment

Written project report

Apply knowledge of Engineering themes and Audio Practices in advanced interdisciplinary projects.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Taught through the in-module group projects at Stages 2 and 3 and individual final year project

Methods of Assessment

Written project report

Record music and/or speech using appropriate microphone selection / placement and to critically evaluate the microphone technique(s) employed

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Taught throughout the programme in lectures, tutorials, workshops and critical listening labs. Comparative audio examples and peer review of work in progress are used extensively to develop critical listening skills.

Methods of Assessment

Coursework assignments Computer based listening assessments

Operate sound studio hardware and software (mixing consoles, digital audio workstations, outboard processors) to facilitate the editing, mixing and mastering of recorded music and/or speech

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Taught throughout the programme in lectures, tutorials, workshops, practical labs. Small group tutorials, individual personal study in studio facilities, video instruction and peer review of work in progress are used extensively to develop practical audio engineering skills.

Methods of Assessment

Coursework assignments Practical assessments Computer based assessment

Apply practical software, hardware and design skills to the construction of new musical instruments and interfaces

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Taught at Stages 2 and 3 in lectures, labs and workshops. The application of hardware and software skills in creative design is developed gradually through practical labs and problem solving exercises.

Methods of Assessment

Coursework assignments Written project report