MSc in Advanced Mechanical Engineering

The MSc in Advanced MechanicalEngineering is intended to focus on the key skills required by the modernmechanical engineer. Students will develop the qualities and transferableskills required for demanding employment in the engineering sector. The coursefosters the independent learning ability required for continuing professionaldevelopment and acquiring new skills at the highest level.

Particular emphasis is placed on theunderstanding and skills necessary for correct application of computationalmethods and packages in mechanical engineering analysis. Through selectingmodules from a wider range of options, the course can be individually tailoredto meet the particular needs and interests of each student. It is aimed atgraduate engineers who wish to pursue a career in industry using advancedengineering techniques or those wishing to gain in depth knowledge for a careerin research.

The primary goal of the course is toprovide education at postgraduate level in mechanical engineering thatwill enable graduates to proceed to Chartered Engineer status. Studentswill develop the versatility and depth of knowledge to deal with new andunusual challenges across a wide range of disciplines within engineering andbeyond. Students will also attend seminars on project planning/management,ethics, health &safety, report writing, library skills and careermanagement, to help prepare them for the demands of the course and for futurestudy or employment.

Teaching is underpinned by researchactivities in automotive systems, biomedical engineering, solid and fluidmechanics, electrical and thermal energy systems, energy conversion/storage andsustainable cities. Staff generate numerous publications, conferencepresentations, patents and spin-out companies. The University has links with awide range of institutions both within the UK and internationally and theSchool benefits from research collaboration with many of these other academicand industrial organisations.

Course structure and content 课程设置

The MSc degree (totalling180credits)comprises:

1. Eight taught modules(15 credits each) 8门课（5门必修+3门选修）

2. A research project(60credits) 一个研究项目

The five core modules of thecourse focus on essential advanced level aspects of solid and fluid mechanics,precision engineering, modelling and simulation. These topics developskills in understanding and modelling a range of complex systems, developingthe theories of interaction and representing these with mathematical formulae.Solution of these models is covered through analytical solution, writingcomputer code and using proprietary (industry standard) software. These skillsare useful in all areas of mechanical engineering and are associated with theapplication of computers in engineering practice.

Three optional modules allow afocused study of topics directed towards the students’ own interests andprovide students with a knowledge and understanding of the ‘state-of-the-art’in one or more of the many areas of mechanical engineering in which the Schoolhas acknowledged expertise. The optional modules are run in subject areas forwhich Warwick has a very strong research background and are led by academicswho are experts in the field.

Projects can be chosen in any availablesubject area. The project allows students to specialise further in their chosenfield of interest, gaining substantial expertise in one particular area.Although the School offers a broad range of project topics, the individual projectis usually associated with current research activity or industrial consultancy.Students therefore benefit from working at the cutting edge of their chosenfield, doing work that is of direct relevance to society or industry.

Core modules

· Computational Fluid Dynamics (ES440)

· Precision Engineering and Microsystems (ES442)

· Dynamic Analysis of Mechanical Systems (ES480)

· Finite Element Methods (ES4B5)

· Systems Modelling and Simulation (ES93Q)

Optional modules(choose 3)

· Advanced Fluid Dynamics (ES441)

· Mathematical and Computational Modelling (ES4C3)

· Heat Transfer Theory and Design(ES4D9)

· Renewable Energy from the Environment (ES4E0)

· Fuel Cells and Energy Storage(ES96X)

Individual research project

The individual research project is an in-depth experimental, theoretical or computational investigation of a topicchosen by you in conjunction with your academic supervisor. Typical projecttitles include:

· - CFD for electric car battery cooling system design

· -Developing and testing an improved solar thermalcollector (for hot water)

· -Gearbox design for wind turbines to withstand electricalfaults

· -Modelling and Simulation of Biological Control Systems

· -Patterns of locomotion -towards advanced pedometry

· -Sniffing out disease: The detection of human diseases byelectronic nose

Entry requirements

A minimum of a Second Class Honoursdegree in a relevant branch of engineering or science from a UK university, oran equivalent qualification from an overseas university. For overseas studentsan English language certificate is also required.

Industrial experience is not a requirementfor entry but in cases where the candidate does not satisfy the requirements itmay be taken into account.

Chartered Engineer status

The MSc Advanced Mechanical Engineeringmeets the the academic requirement for Chartered Engineer (CEng)status whencombined with an accredited first degree.

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