BEng Aerospace Engineering Sandwich
Academic Year 2018/19
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Programme Title |
BEng Aerospace Engineering Sandwich |
Final Award |
Bachelor of Engineering |
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Programme Code |
AES-BENG |
UCAS Code |
H404 |
HECoS Code |
100115 |
ATAS Clearance Required |
No |
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Mode of Study |
Full Time |
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Type of Programme |
Single Honours |
Length of Programme |
4 Academic Year(s) |
Total Credits for Programme |
480 |
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Exit Awards available |
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INSTITUTE INFORMATION
Teaching Institution |
Queen's University Belfast |
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School/Department |
Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering |
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Framework for Higher Education Qualification Level |
Level 6 |
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QAA Benchmark Group |
Engineering (2015) |
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Accreditations (PSRB) |
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Royal Aeronautical Society |
Date of most recent Accreditation Visit 16-04-14 |
REGULATION INFORMATION
Does the Programme have any approved exemptions from the University General Regulations None |
Programme Specific Regulations Module Attempts |
Students with protected characteristics N/A |
Are students subject to Fitness to Practise Regulations (Please see General Regulations) No |
EDUCATIONAL AIMS OF PROGRAMME
To produce graduates who will:
• be pragmatic, taking a systematic approach and the logical and practical steps necessary for, often complex, concepts to become reality;
• seek to achieve sustainable solutions to problems and have strategies for being creative, innovative and overcoming difficulties by employing their skills, knowledge and understanding in a flexible manner;
• be skilled at solving problems by applying their numerical, computational, analytical and technical skills, using appropriate tools;
• be risk, cost and value-conscious, and aware of their social, cultural, environmental, health and safety, and wider professional responsibilities;
• be familiar with the nature of business and enterprise in the creation of economic and social value;
• appreciate the global dimensions of engineering, commerce and communication;
• be able to formulate and operate within appropriate codes of conduct, when faced with an ethical issue;
• be professional in their outlook, capable of team working, effective communicators, and able to exercise responsibility and sound management approaches;
• have significant experience of working in a professional engineering environment.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Select and apply appropriate mathematical, experimental and computational techniques for modelling and analysis of engineering problems. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The ability to select and apply appropriate mathematical, experimental and computational techniques for modelling analysis of engineering problems is developed and nurtured throughout the course through a range of abstract and applied engineering analysis problems. Methods of Assessment Written Examination, Practical, Continuous Assessment, Project Work. |
Use scientific principles in the development of engineering solutions to practical problems. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies At each level (Stage 1 – 3) students are given examples in all engineering courses on the application of appropriate tools to engineering problems. Problem solving pervades the degree with each individual discipline emphasising particular aspects. Methods of Assessment Written Examination, Practical, Continuous Assessment, Project Work. |
Use scientific principles in the modelling and analysis of engineering systems, processes and products. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Engineering problems commonly encountered in Aerospace will emphasise modelling and solution of problems using closed form and numerical methods. Methods of Assessment Written Examination, Practical, Continuous Assessment, Project Work. |
Select and apply appropriate computer based methods for modelling and analysing engineering problems. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Students are introduced through formal taught modules to a variety of computational methods for the solution of engineering problems, including Finite Element Analysis, Computational Fluid Dynamics and Computer Aided Design methods. Methods of Assessment Practical, Continuous Assessment, Project Work. |
Analyse systems, processes and components requiring engineering solutions. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Students are introduced to common Aerospace systems and components through formal lectures in Propulsion, Aircraft Systems Engineering, Aircraft Structures, Flight Mechanics, Aerodynamics and Design, with supporting methods of for analysis of increasing fidelity introduced and examined at each stage of the course. Methods of Assessment Written Examination, Practical, Continuous Assessment, Project Work. |
Create new processes or products through synthesis of ideas from a wide range of sources. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Students are introduced to the concepts requirements analysis and trade studies through both formal lectures and through aligned case studies and project work. Methods of Assessment Practical, Continuous Assessment, Project Work. |
Evaluate commercial risk |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The concepts of risk and risk mitigation are developed in theory through Aircraft Design and Professional Studies modules, and applied within the context of practical engineering design activities in Aircraft Design 2 and Projects. Methods of Assessment Written Examination, Practical, Continuous Assessment, Project Work. |
Produce solutions to problems through the application of engineering knowledge and understanding. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Through engineering problem solving, students are required to demonstrate multidisciplinary problem solving skills, including technical, commercial, legal and environmental impact of design. All MEng students participate in the Group Design project Aircraft Design 3, which requires all of these elements to be included in the final design specification. Methods of Assessment Practical, Continuous Assessment, Project Work. |
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & UnderstandingOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Demonstrate competence in the application of numerical, experimental and computational methods |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Acquisition is through a combination of lectures, tutorials, practical exercises and course work in Stages 1 and 3. Methods of Assessment Written Examination, Practical, Continuous Assessment, Project Work. |
Understand the underpinning sciences of aeronautics; basic and applied |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Acquisition is through a combination of lectures, tutorials, practical exercises, laboratory, flight test and project work in Stages 1 – 3. Methods of Assessment Written Examination, Practical, Continuous Assessment, Project Work |
Understand and apply principles of ITC relevant to Aerospace Engineering |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Acquisition of ITC is achieved throughout the course through exercises and projects for relevant disciplines. Methods of Assessment Practical, Continuous Assessment, Project Work |
Apply general principles of design to both Aerospace and general engineering project work |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies General principles of design form an integral part of the course in all stages, through both taught modules to understand design principles and applied design project work (both individual and group). Methods of Assessment Practical, Continuous Assessment, Project Work |
Understand the characteristics of engineering materials and components used in Aerospace |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Characteristics of engineering materials are introduced in Stage 1 through lectures, tutorials and laboratory work, with this theme followed through to Aircraft Structures 2 and 3. Methods of Assessment Written Examination, Practical, Continuous Assessment, Project Work |
Understand management and business practices (including finance, law, marketing, personnel and quality) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The acquisition of knowledge and understanding in management and business practices and related subjects (is achieved through lectures and project work at Stages 2 and 3, underpinned through Professional Studies 2 and 3. Methods of Assessment Written Examination, Practical, Continuous Assessment, Project Work |
Demonstrate understanding of the professional and ethical responsibilities including the global and social context of engineering |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Students undertake formal taught modules in Professional Studies to gain appreciation of the professional and ethical responsibility of the professional engineer, and are required to demonstrate these principles through project work. Throughout the course students are encouraged to undertake independent reading both to supplement and consolidate what is being taught and learnt and to broaden their knowledge and understanding of the subject. Methods of Assessment Written Examination, Project Work |
Understand manufacturing and/or operational practice |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Manufacturing and operational practice are introduced to students through lectures in Manufacturing Technology, Aircraft Design 2 and Manufacturing 3, and project work throughout the course. Methods of Assessment Written Examination, Practical, Continuous Assessment, Project Work |
Understand and apply codes of practice and the regulatory framework |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Acquisition is achieved through design projects at stages 2 and 3, where specifications for student design are required to be based on FAR/JAR Regulations. Regulations pertaining to Health and Safety, Employment are introduced through Professional Studies modules in Stages 2 and 3. Methods of Assessment Written Examination, Practical, Continuous Assessment, Project Work |
Understand and implement requirements of safe operation |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Practical skills form a core part of the degree programme, in keeping with the CDIO approach to engineering education, with a wide range of laboratory and practical design exercises embedded through the programme from Level 1 to Level 3 in order to understand and demonstrate principles of safe operation. Methods of Assessment Practical, Continuous Assessment, Project Work |
Learning Outcomes: Subject SpecificOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Demonstrate skills in the use of appropriate mathematical methods for modelling and analysing discipline-specific engineering problems. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Skills in are developed in individual disciplines where lectures, examples and laboratory work reinforce basic principles. Methods of Assessment Written Examination, Practical, Continuous Assessment, Project Work |
Use relevant test and measurement equipment. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Laboratories are used to reinforce learning at each stage, covering core competencies through the Laboratory programme in Stage 1, and further reinforced by subject specific laboratory work at Stages 2 and 3. Methods of Assessment Practical, Continuous Assessment, Project Work |
Use engineering IT tools (including programming languages where appropriate) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Students are formally introduced to the principles and use of a range of IT tools, including Microsoft products, VBA, Matlab, CFD, FEA and CAD, as well as other specialist software as required. Methods of Assessment Practical, Continuous Assessment, Project Work |
Design systems, components or processes. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Students undertake a number of design exercises at each stage of the course in order to develop and refine design skills through practical group case studies. Methods of Assessment Practical, Continuous Assessment |
Test design ideas in laboratory or through simulation, with technical analysis and critical evaluation of results |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Aircraft design projects provide opportunities to test concepts first through analysis and simulation, and extended to physical test through Design-Build-Fly activities. Methods of Assessment Practical, Continuous Assessment |
Research for information to develop ideas further. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Students are introduced to the concepts of literature survey and research methods formally through Project 3B. Methods of Assessment Practical, Continuous Assessment, Project Work |
Project management. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Students are expected to demonstrate project management skills through all project and group work throughout the course, including development of Gantt charts, work allocation models, work package planning, risk assessment, cost analysis and reporting. Methods of Assessment Project Work |
Learning Outcomes: Transferable SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Manipulate and sort data |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Manipulation and sorting of data and presentation of data is illustrated and practiced through laboratory work, worked examples and tutorial problems, through all levels in the course. Methods of Assessment Practical, Continuous Assessment, Project Work. |
Present data in a variety of ways |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Presentation of data is required at all levels of the course, both through written laboratory reports and technical documents through to oral presentations and interviews. Methods of Assessment Practical, Continuous Assessment, Project Work. |
Use scientific evidence based methods in the solution of problems |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Use of scientific based methods is taught at all levels and all courses. This is achieved through worked examples, lectures, tutorials and laboratory work. Methods of Assessment Written Examination, Practical, Continuous Assessment, Project Work. |
Use general IT tools |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Competence in the use of IT tools is achieved initially through lectures and practical work in Stage 1 and 2 and is developed through small focused projects in other subjects. Methods of Assessment Practical, Continuous Assessment, Project Work. |
Use creativity and innovation in problem solving |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Creativity and problem resolution with contradictory information is attained predominantly through the design courses embedded in Stages 1 to 3. At Stage 1 this relates to a smaller focused design problem but is developed through the stages via design projects for complete aircraft with broad specifications or in fields about which little is currently known. Methods of Assessment Written Examination, Practical, Continuous Assessment, Project Work. |
Work with limited or contradictory information |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Worked examples are used to illustrate the engineering approach to the solution of problems and students are encouraged in this way throughout the course. Methods of Assessment Written Examination, Practical, Continuous Assessment, Project Work. |
Communicate effectively |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Students are required to demonstrate their competence in communicating their ideas to a range of different audiences through their degree, ranging from written through to verbal communication, and to be able to understand what is most appropriate for the task in question. Methods of Assessment Practical, Continuous Assessment, Project Work. |
Demonstrate key lifelong learning skills |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Through project and group work embedded at all stages of the programme, students develop skills in time management, project management, teamwork and leadership which are readily transferrable to all sectors. Challenging problems which require multidisciplinary approaches also engender the need for lifelong learning. Methods of Assessment Practical, Continuous Assessment, Project Work. |
MODULE INFORMATION
Stages and Modules
Module Title |
Module Code |
Level/ stage |
Credits |
Availability | Duration |
Pre-requisite |
Assessment | |||||
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S1 | S2 | Core | Option | Coursework % | Practical % | Examination % | ||||||
Introduction to Aerospace Engineering 1 | MEE1035 | 1 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
Laboratory Programme 1 | MEE1011 | 1 | 0 | YES | YES | 2 weeks | N | YES | 50% | 50% | 0% | |
Mathematics 1 | MEE1001 | 1 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 50% | 0% | 50% | |
Mechanics of Materials 1 | MEE1004 | 1 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 50% | 0% | 50% | |
Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics 1 | MEE1018 | 1 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 40% | 0% | 60% | |
Dynamic Systems 1 | MEE1008 | 1 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 40% | 20% | 40% | |
Engineering Design 1 | MEE1027 | 1 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
Professional Studies 2 | MEE2005 | 2 | 10 | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 0% | 0% | 100% | ||
Aircraft Structures 2 | AER2009 | 2 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 20% | 0% | 80% | |
Mathematics and Computing 2 | MEE2029 | 2 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
Manufacturing Technology 2 | MEE2034 | 2 | 10 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
Employability 2 | MEE2098 | 2 | 0 | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | ||
Aircraft Design 2 | AER2013 | 2 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
Aircraft Aerodynamics and Performance 2 | AER2007 | 2 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 50% | 0% | 50% | |
Compressible Flow and Propulsion 2 | AER2008 | 2 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 50% | 0% | 50% | |
Placement Year | MEE3099 | 3 | 120 | YES | YES | 30 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
Avionic Systems 3 | ELE3030 | 4 | 10 | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 19% | 0% | 81% | ||
Professional Studies 3 | MEE3002 | 4 | 10 | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | ||
Project 3B | MEE3030 | 4 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
Aeronautical Engineering 3 | AER3008 | 4 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 40% | 0% | 60% | |
Computer-Aided Engineering 3 | MEE3013 | 4 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
Manufacturing 3 | MEE3014 | 4 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 50% | 0% | 50% |
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