Department of Mechanical Engineering, Unit Catalogue 2011/12 |
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![]() | Masters UG & PG (FHEQ level 7) |
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Semester 2 |
![]() | CW 100% |
![]() | Like-for-like reassessment (where allowed by programme regulations) |
![]() | 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. |
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ME40314 is Compulsory on the following programmes:Department of Mechanical Engineering
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