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School of Engineering, Design and Technology
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University of Bradford
BEng [National Qualifications Framework Level H]
Manufacturing Engineering (Part-Time Stage 3)
Mechanical Engineering (Part-Time Stage 3)
18 months – 3 years
Part-time distance learning
Engineering
Original: 28th October 2004; Updated 4 April 2007
Engineering is fundamental to the economic and social prosperity of the UK. It is the profession
responsible for the creation of material objects and systems necessary for modern life from concept to
customer to decommissioning. Engineering is fundamental to the creation and sustainability of the
environment itself. Your studies at Bradford will be a foundation for a professional life aimed at developing
a deep understanding of fundamental and advanced technical principles, analytical tools, and competence
in their application together with management, personal and professional skills. The BEng stage 3 parttime distance learning programme sets out to (i) develop the use of a combination of general and specialist
engineering knowledge and understanding to apply existing and emerging technologies in manufacturing or
mechanical engineering; (ii) apply appropriate theoretical and practical methods to design, development,
manufacture, construction, commissioning, operation and maintenance of engineering products,
processes, systems and services; and (iii) broaden management skills. Distance learning approaches,
including e-learning activities and web based interactive communications will also equip you with the
expertise in e-communications and information technology systems necessary in modern society and
commerce.
The School places emphasis on both teaching and research believing them to be mutually dependant. We
have particular research strengths in automotive engineering (especially component design and
manufacturing quality); materials engineering (including the creation of complex components from
powders, composites, and polymers); computer modelling and design (creation, virtual testing, and rapid
prototyping). We conduct this research jointly with many companies including Ford, Jaguar, Metaldyne and
Netlon, and this work shapes and informs our undergraduate programmes. Work based learning activities,
which can include the major Project, underpin Stage 3 part-time studies, allowing interaction and
knowledge exchange to develop between the research base at the University and any industrial host
organisation. Of course, self-funded students can choose not to involve their employer and make full use of
the universities facilities. We aim to produce BEng graduates who are imaginative, innovative, versatile and
competitive, who will be able to progress rapidly to professional positions of responsibility with minimal
additional training. Our distance learning / e-learning provision for part time studies enables the School to
provide a supportive structured environment in which students are encouraged to develop independent
learning skills, whilst promoting educational opportunities for mature and alternatively qualified students,
thereby widening access.
The aims of the programme are to produce graduates who possess the:
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Ability to apply their knowledge and understanding to be creative and competitive.
Discipline specific and Personal skills to critically evaluate information, assumptions, arguments and
concepts in order to solve engineering problems.
Qualities and skills to pursue programmes of further study, or to move directly into responsible
employment where they will manage their own learning.
Upon successful completion of this course you will be able to:  Use general and specialist knowledge and understanding of engineering in the application of existing
and emerging technology.
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Apply appropriate theoretical, computational, and practical methods to the analysis and solution of
engineering problems, particularly in vibrations and materials failure mechanics, for Mechanical
Engineering; and manufacturing planning and control and project management to emphasize
manufacturing theory and practise.
Demonstrate leadership in meeting the technical and managerial requirements for effective project
implementation.
Learning outcomes indicate what you should know and understand and be able to do on successful
completion of the course. They have been developed with reference to the Engineering benchmarks,
published by QAAHE. Engineering is an inter-active process usually involving creation, planning, analysis,
design, economic evaluation, manufacture, operation & maintenance and decommissioning with a view to
minimising environmental impact. On successful completion of this course, you will develop the following:
 Knowledge and Understanding of:
 The fundamental concepts, principles and theories underpinning Mechanical and
Manufacturing Engineering with core knowledge in: mechanics, materials, and management
 The principles and practice of engineering design and manufacture
 Business and management practices that are relevant to engineering and engineers
 Detailed knowledge and systematic understanding of key concepts, principles and theories
required for successful innovation.
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Intellectual Abilities
o Apply engineering principles to the critical analysis of problems in order to create innovative
design solutions.
o Evaluate designs, process and product, and make improvement
o Critically review an existing body of knowledge, plan an original study and utilise research
skills to critically evaluate and interpret newly developed data.
 Practical Skills
 Use software packages in the analysis, modelling and simulation, and design of engineering systems
 Selection and application of principles and data collection & manipulation methods to
support problem solving;
 skills of analysis, synthesis & evaluation to support design;
 Plan, undertake and report an investigation.
 Apply standard laboratory methods to obtain accurate data
 General Transferable Skills
 Communicate with a variety of audience using a range of techniques
 Use problem solving strategies to develop innovative solutions
 Reflect on the need for further personal and professional development to improve your own
performance.
The curriculum
This curriculum has been developed as a progression to the School of Engineering, Design and
Technology’s provision for the Engineering Technology Foundation Degree (although other entry routes
are available, see below). The map of the curriculum that you will study is detailed below page showing
core (C) and optional (O) modules. Each stage of a part-time BEng course comprises 4 semesters with
approximately 30 credits being studied in each semester. For 10 credit modules all of the teaching and
assessment is undertaken in the same semester. The 20 credit module has teaching and assessment that
occurs in both semesters. The development of a curriculum with core modules in Manufacturing Planning
and Control, and Project Management is seen to underpin Manufacturing theory and practise; and, core
modules in Mechanical Vibrations and Materials Failure Mechanics supports the provision for Mechanical
Engineering. Further distinction between the Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering routes is defined
within the topic choice of the students major Project.
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(Part-time distance learning for Foundation Degree Students)
Unit Code
Sem
Level/Occ
Man
Mech
ENG3076M
10
Credit Stage
3
1
3E
Module Title
Materials Failure Mechanics
C
C
ENG3009M
10
3
1
3E
Project Management
C
O
ENG3013M
10
3
1
3E
Manufacturing Planning and Control
C
O
ENG3008M
10
3
2
3E
Advanced Design Applications
O
C
ENG3011M
10
3
3
3
Corporate Strategy & Engineering Manag
C
C
ENG3014M
ENG3066 L
10
3
2
3
Product Design & Innovation
O
C
20
3
3&4
3E
Reliability and Engineering Maintenance
C
C
ENG3063M
10
3
1 (S/S)
3A
Research Skills and Project Definition
C
C
ENG3065T
30
3
2/3/4
3E
Project
C
C
ENG3062M
10
3
3
3E
Quality Assurance and Management
C
C
Credit rating
Stage 3, Semester 1
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10*
of options to
Stage 3, Semester 2
10
10*
be selected
Stage 3, Semester 3
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Stage 3, Semester 4
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Total Core
110
100
Total Option
10
20
S/S: Summer School
Assessment regulations: a summary (the text of the progression regulations is maintained on the Web)
http://www.brad.ac.uk/admin/acsec/QA_Hbk/Undergrad_Regs_.html
Completion of Stage 3 BEng part-time studies (120 credits including all core requirements) will result in the
award of BEng (Hons). If you have entered the course via the associated Foundation Degree in
Engineering Technology, then 30% of your final mark will be weighted to the performance in Stage 2 of the
Foundation Degree, and 70% of your final mark will be weighted to your Stage 3 studies. Other entrants
will be treated on an individual basis. The classes and divisions of the Honours degree are awarded on the
basis of the following final overall weighted average marks (the Board of Examiners has a discretion of ±
2%):
70.0%
above:
60.0%
above:
50.0%
above:
Otherwise:
or First Class Honours
or Second Class Honours – First
Division
or Second Class Honours – Second
Division
Third Class Honours
The learning outcomes for these awards and the final award are consistent with those of the Framework for
Higher Education Qualifications.
In order to graduate with a degree which is accredited by the IMechE you are permitted to undertake
supplementary assessment in no more than 30 Credits at Stage 3, with the exception of the Project which
must be passed at first attempt. Should you require more than 30 Credits of supplementary assessment at
Stage 3, or need to re-submit your Project, in order to graduate you must make a personal application to
any Professional Institution to which you are seeking membership.
Teaching, learning and assessment strategies
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At Stage 3 there is an expectation that you will be more self-supporting and independent in your approach
to learning. We will support this by using distance learning and e-learning methods to complete individual
modules, and develop work-based research oriented projects. Concepts principles and theories will be
taught via web based lectures and tutorials. Practical skills are developed via group work within Quality
Assurance Management, Advanced Design Applications and individually by the major Project, which is
focused toward work-based learning. Specific modelling software may be provided for home use where
possible. When guest lectures are contained within a module these might be presented to the student
using a variety of strategies such as; a residential session, video, web conferencing, transcripts etc.
Mathematics tutorials, part of Materials Failure Mechanics but also within other modules, will be held using
Blackboard facilities for on-line tutorials with whiteboards. Each module will have an on-line discussion
forum, where staff and students can post up tasks, discuss issues, give tips and guidance, etc.. Library
Services have key texts available for modules associated with this course and they be made available to
you by postal loan (over a longer period of time). Within the provision for part-time distance learning BEng
we will be offering the following methods of learning student support:
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Web based use of resources such as course materials, lectures, presentations, activities etc.,
Student support via a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) i.e. Blackboard
Interaction with individual module tutors using Blackboard
Some electronic on-line assessment
Compulsory attendance at residential schools to gain practical experience
Tutorials on site at University of Bradford
Individual Tutorials arranged with Project Supervisors
Methods of Assessment are similarly varied and your progress will be assessed using a mix of formal
examinations (for which you will be required to attend at Bradford), various technical reports, essays, oral
presentations and dissertations. Written assessment should be submitted by post to the Level 3 office,
complete with a coursework cover sheet. Hand in date will be taken as that when work is received at the
Level 3 office. Some staff may choose to use the ‘Digital Drop Box’ facility within blackboard to receive
coursework, and you will be advised as to how this will operate by the module leader. E-mail submission of
coursework is not allowed.
Admissions policy
We accept students onto the Stage 3 part-time BEng in Manufacturing Engineering or Mechanical
Engineering who have completed an appropriate Foundation Degree in Engineering and attained an
average of at least 55% at Stage 2, or who have completed HND Engineering studies and successfully
completed a bridging course. Mature students presenting other qualifications and experience for
consideration will only be accepted on to the course after detailed consideration of each individual
application and the precise entry requirements we ask of candidates will vary. Most important in this
decision is our assessment of a candidate’s potential to benefit from their studies and of their ability to
succeed on this particular course. We also pay considerable attention to an applicant’s academic
background and achievements and to all other non-standard qualifications or those who, lacking academic
qualifications, have significant relevant experience.
Students must have regular and unrestricted access to appropriate computing facilities in order to qualify
for entry to the course.
English Language Requirements
All students must satisfy the English language requirements for admission as described in
http://www.brad.ac.uk/international/english-prepare.php. If your native language is not English, you will
have to pass a test in English approved by the University before you can be admitted. The following
qualifications are acceptable as satisfying this requirement. Both are available internationally.
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The International English Language Testing Service Test (IELTS) administered by the British Council is
the test which is preferred by the University. You will need to achieve an Overall Band of at least 6,
with at least 5 in each of the four sub-tests. Testing facilities are available at most British Council
overseas offices. When you take your test, you should ask for a copy of your Test Report Form to be
sent to the University.
The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) administered by the Educational Testing Service,
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Princeton, New Jersey, 08540, USA. You will need to score at least 550 (220 on the computer-based
test). If you take this test, you should enter the University’s code 0828, on your answer sheet.
Should you not be able to offer these grades then you should contact the Admissions Tutor for further
advice.
Student support and guidance
This is provided both by the University and the Programme Team. The School supplies a course
handbook, a dedicated year tutor and has a formal staff-student liaison committee so that any issues are
rapidly dealt with. Hard copies of course and project handbooks will be mailed to you at the start of the
course. Other materials will be made available via the School Intranet or Blackboard. A discussion forum
on Blackboard has been established for student-staff liaison committees, and a representative will be
invited to attend the meetings. At Stage 3 the project supervisor also acts as personal tutor, who will be in
weekly contact with you to check progression on the Project via e-mail, Blackboard or telephone. The
Project supervisor works in liaison with an Industrial supervisor (usually your employer) and also visits you
at least 3 times during his/her studies, providing a face-to face opportunity for dealing with any difficulties.
The Course Tutor is also available to deal with any issues that may arise. The University also provides
important facilities such as distance learning access to Library and Computing services, counselling and
welfare services, careers advice and a Disabilities Office.
The contents of this Programme Specification may change, subject to the University's course and
regulatory approval, monitoring and review procedures.
For further information, please check the University prospectus or contact the Admissions tutor.
The Admissions Office
University of Bradford
Bradford
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The Admissions Office
School of Engineering, Design & Technology
University of Bradford
Bradford
BD7 1DP
+44 (0)1274 233054
+44 (0)1274 234567
Mrs. Denise Conway
Admissions Officer
eng-enquiries@bradford.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0)1274 23 4567
http://www.eng.brad.ac.uk/
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