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Meng Mechanical and Electrical Engineering K Is
Meng Mechanical and Electrical Engineering K Is
COURSE
SPECIFICATION:
Core Award Data
AWARDING INSTITUTION
The Robert Gordon University
INSTITUTION OF DELIVERY
The Robert Gordon University
COURSE ACCREDITED BY
Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)
Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
AWARDS
Stage 1
Fast Track MEng students are awarded an MEng Mechanical and Electrical
Engineering on successful completion of all modules shown in the Detailed
Course Structure for the 3rd and 4th stages of the course (600 SCQF credits).
Students following the fast track or five year MEng routes may be considered
for the award of a BEng (Honours) Mechanical and Electrical Engineering on
the basis of the equivalent modules taken during stages 3 and 4 under the
regulations in the BEng (Honours) Course Specification (480 SCQF credits).
Stage 5
Students following the five year MEng route are awarded an MEng
Mechanical and Electrical Engineering on successful completion of the 5th
stage of the course (600 SCQF credits).
AWARD TYPE
Undergraduate
MODES OF STUDY
Full-time
Part-time
DURATION OF COURSE
Full-time: MEng Fast Track - 4 calendar years (10 semesters)
LANGUAGE OF STUDY
English
LANGUAGE OF ASSESSMENT
English
UCAS CODE
HH36
JACS CODE
H300
The fast-track MEng course is completed in 48 calendar months for full-time students (and 96
months for part-time students) by utilising the summer (3rd) semester in the final 2 (or 4) years.
The summer semesters incorporate two compulsory, assessed periods of placement as well as
taught modules. See the Detailed Course Structure for details.
Stage Two
Stage 2 enables the student to develop problem-solving skills and enhance the ability to interpret
and critically evaluate technical data and information. The foundations laid down in Stage 1 are
built on by increasing the level of student knowledge and understanding of the core areas of
mathematics and engineering. Student understanding of the integrative nature of the design
process and associated principles is developed in an engineering context. Student awareness of
the linkage between engineering, business, the management function, sustainability and the
environment is also raised at this stage.
Stage Three
Stage 3 enables students to further develop their higher cognitive skills and to take an increased
level of responsibility for their learning and decision making; this is demonstrated by a greater
level of independent study and increasing competence in specialist areas of engineering. Students
Master of Engineering [MEng] Mechanical and Electrical Engineering 3
COURSE SPECIFICATION: Core Award Data
level of independent study and increasing competence in specialist areas of engineering. Students
also develop a greater insight into the function of management which is achieved by developing
knowledge and understanding of the key principles of project management.
Stage Four
Stage 4 enables students to engage in self-directed study and to acquire an increased depth of
understanding of specialist engineering knowledge. Students are encouraged to develop a critical
approach in the application of knowledge, to be self-evaluative and to integrate technical,
transferable and project management skills. The students achieve this by undertaking an
individual research or industrial project.
Stage Five
Stage 5 enables students to be capable of professional practice at the appropriate level. This is
achieved by working independently or with minimum guidance, demonstrating comprehensive,
detailed state-of-the-art knowledge of specialist areas of engineering. Broader knowledge of
engineering management and industrial topics is developed, demonstrating the full range of
transferable and higher cognitive skills required of the potential Chartered Engineer/engineering
manager.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
This section identifies the course Level Learning Outcomes by stage, grouped under the SCQF
attribute categories of Knowledge and Understanding, Practical Skills, Intellectual Skills, Key
Employability, Enterprise and Transferable Skills.
Practical Skills
Undertakes practical workshop and laboratory activities in a safe manner. Participates in
prescribed individual and group activities to produce experimental results or Engineering artefacts.
Produces basic Engineering drawings to the required standard.
Intellectual Skills
Combines and applies knowledge to solve basic Engineering problems in tutorials and coursework,
in groups or individually. Becomes aware of the integrative nature of design, materials,
manufacture and Engineering principles and demonstrates this in coursework assignments.
Practical Skills
Continues to undertake practical workshop and laboratory activities in a safe manner. Participates
in individual and group laboratory activities to produce experimental results or Engineering
artefacts. Demonstrates ability in use of industry standard Engineering design and drawing
software.
Intellectual Skills
Demonstrates analysis and evaluation of Engineering knowledge of problems and simple
Engineering case studies in tutorials and coursework, in groups or individually.
Practical Skills
Continues to undertake practical workshop and laboratory activities in a safe manner. Participates
in open-ended group design activity to produce and test Engineering artefacts. Demonstrates
further ability in use of industry standard Engineering design and drawing software.
Intellectual Skills
Synthesis, analysis and evaluation of Engineering skills further developed by solution of more
complex problems and case studies in tutorials, coursework and project work, in groups or
individually. This forms a larger proportion of the work at this level.
Practical Skills
Safe workshop and laboratory skills mainly demonstrated via major individual project work at this
level. More advanced ability in use of industry standard Engineering design and drawing software
demonstrated. Demonstration of basic use of modelling and analysis software.
Intellectual Skills
Synthesis, analysis and evaluation of demonstrated by undertaking major individual research or
development project. For fast-track MEng students (and some others) this is an industry-based
project. Solution of complex problems and case studies are demonstrated in tutorials, coursework,
in groups or individually.
Practical Skills
Safe workshop and laboratory skills demonstrated via major group project work. Increased ability
in use of specialist and industry standard Engineering software demonstrated at an advanced level
via project work and coursework assignments.
Intellectual Skills
Synthesis, analysis and evaluation of demonstrated by undertaking major group research or
industry-based development project with minimum guidance. Solution of advanced, complex
problems and case studies are demonstrated in tutorials and coursework.
The graduates from this course are highly employable. The course has an excellent employment
record.
In addition to this there is project work at most stages of the course. To begin with this involves
small group working where a team of students work together to design, build and test and
engineering product. In stage 4 the student undertakes an individual project which will involve
researching new ideas and often implementing a novel engineering solution. In stage 5 of the 5
year MEng course students undertake a substantial group project.
Outside of timetabled classes the student is expected to spend time in study directed by academic
staff and private study to prepare for upcoming classes, tutorials, coursework and examinations.
Course delivery is supported through the University's virtual learning environment
(CampusMoodle), which is a key resource for students in their directed and private study time.
However, this is designed as a support for study and is not a replacement for attendance at classes.
Part-time students undertake the same modules as full-time students but complete the course
over a longer period of time, typically taking twice as long.
The Mechanical Engineering programme of courses has been awarded the highest level of
accreditation by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers. The most recent accreditation visit (April
2010) awarded a further 5 years of accreditation with no conditions being imposed.
Commendations were made in many areas including: staff dedication and support of students,
industrial involvement in the form of scholarships, placements and PDP, the design thread running
through the course and associated design activities.
Our Engineering graduates have an excellent employment record, many being employed locally in
the Oil and Gas Industry. Scholarships and placements in industry often lead to employment by
the companies involved.
The report of the School of Engineering Institution-Led Subject Review (March 2010) was positive.
ACADEMIC REGULATIONS
This course is governed by the provisions of the University's Academic Regulations, which are
available at www.rgu.ac.uk/academicregulations. In particular:
Regulation A1: Courses
Regulation A2: Admission
Regulation A3: Section 1: Student Appeals (Awards and Progression) Procedure
Regulation A3: Section 2: Student Misconduct Procedure
Regulation A4: Assessment and Recommendations of Assessment Boards
Entry Requirements
Applicants must satisfy the University's general admission requirements for undergraduate and
postgraduate courses as contained in Academic Regulation A2: Admission, including proficiency to
a minimum standard in the English language. Specific entry requirements for this course are
detailed below.
IB Diploma
28, including Maths and either Physics or Technological Studies at Higher level, and English.
Alternative Qualifications
Equivalent European and overseas qualifications.
We do not normally conduct interviews as part of our admissions process. However, we invite all
applicants to an Applicants' Day so that we can show them around the School, answer any
questions they might have about the course and discuss their future career opportunities. This
includes an informal one-to one interview with a member of academic staff.
Award of MEng
At least 120 credits of the 240 credits achieved at stages 4 and 5 must be at grade B or better for
the award of an MEng. In the event that this condition is not met, the student may be considered
for the award of a BEng(Hons) degree on the basis of the equivalent modules taken during stages
3 and 4 under the regulations in the BEng (Honours) Course Specification.
Award of BEng(Hons)
The honours classification is made up of modules from Stage 3 (20%) and Stage 4 (80%) of the
course.
All Schools have a nominated School Contact who can advise on the requirements of the course
and the range of course-specific reasonable adjustments that may be made. The current School
Contacts are available from: www.rgu.ac.uk/studentservices/disability/page.cfm?pge=7853.
The University's Disability and Dyslexia Service provides support for students, details of which may
be found at: www.rgu.ac.uk/disability
NOTE
This document constitutes one of two course documents that should be read together:
Course Specification: Core Award Data
Course Specification: Student Learning Experience
CONTACT DETAILS
Robert Gordon University
Garthdee House
Aberdeen
AB10 7QB
Scotland, UK
A Scottish Charity, Registration No. SC013781
Telephone: +44 (0)1224 262000
Web: http://www.rgu.ac.uk
In compiling this information the University has taken every care to be as accurate as possible,
though it must be read as subject to change at any time and without notice. The University
reserves the right to make variations to the contents or methods of delivery of courses, to
discontinue, merge or combine courses, and to introduce new courses.
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COURSE SPECIFICATION:
Student Learning
Experience
By combining the best of both academic and professional worlds, the University aims to give its
students the best possible start to their careers. A degree from Robert Gordon University is
confirmation to a future employer that a student will possess the required blend of learning, skills
and experience.
Consultation with industry takes place regarding course content; there are a high number of
industrial scholarships available. Placements are an integral part of the MEng course. Local
industry is involved in our Activity Weeks (which involve industrial visits and industrial speakers)
and in our Residential course. We liaise regularly with local industry via our Industrial Liaison Board.
Our courses have a long record of professional accreditation. This ensures that the courses meet
the appropriate standards. They provide all of the academic requirements to enable students to
apply subsequently to become Chartered Engineers.
Full-time and part-time students attend lectures and tutorials, predominantly at the University's
Schoolhill site. They make extensive use of the University's Virtual Learning Environment –
CampusMoodle – to access teaching material, submit coursework and undertake quizzes, etc.
There is a specific emphasis on team activities at all stages of this course as Engineering is
primarily undertaken as part of a team. However, the majority of assessment is undertaken on an
individual basis.
A broad range of laboratory facilities is available in the School to support the courses. This includes
Engineering Application laboratories (where students undertake their initial practical work) through
The course is intensive, yet highly enjoyable and rewarding. There is a good mix of theory and
applying ideas to solve practical problems. The skills learnt are much sought after by employers.
The student is required to fully engage with and actively participate in the learning process. Good
attendance and engagement with all course components is required to achieve a satisfactory level
of performance. The more effort the student gives to the course the more enjoyable and
successful will be the experience.
Practical Skills
Practical skills are developed through opportunities to practise through
activity in an appropriate learning context. This is achieved by a number of
methods, which are module and delivery mode specific, such as:
laboratory work (for instance, using industry standard software
applications)
individual and group projects
participation in field trips or industrial visits
Intellectual Skills
Intellectual Skills such as analysis, synthesis, evaluation, and problem solving
are practised and demonstrated through active learning processes, which are
module and delivery mode specific. For instance:
material presented during lectures
group-learning activities such as a seminars, tutorials, case studies,
laboratories, workshops, or field-based activities
problem-based exercises
assignments
projects
Intellectual skills are also developed by means of project work at various
stages of the course. This involves increasing levels of intellectual skill as the
course progresses and the projects become more open-ended.
ASSESSMENT
A combination of different types of assessments is used, including project work, coursework and
examinations. This varies based on the stage of the course and the nature of the modules involved.
Some modules are assessed entirely by coursework (for example, Professional Skills in Stage 1,
Mechanical Engineering Design 1 in Stage 2, the Group Project in Stage 3 and the MEng Individual
Project in Stage 4).
Many modules are assessed by a combination of coursework and examination. The relative
weighting of the examination:coursework is typically 70%:30%, although some modules use a
50%:50% weighting. This selection is typically based on the amount of laboratory work involved in
the module.
One of the main means of assessment is the closed book examination, as is typical on accredited
Engineering courses. This is a requirement of the Professional Body involved in the accreditation of
the course (the Institution of Mechanical Engineers - IMechE).
Formative assessment is used to provide feedback to students; the nature of this varies between
modules. It includes the use of on-line quizzes (which are computer-marked and provide
immediate feedback) and in-class tutorials.
Practical Skills
Practical skills are assessed by the most appropriate means, depending on the nature of the
practical work. These skills are assessed by means of:
laboratory exercises and reports (e.g. for case studies and design exercises)
computer based assessment (e.g. simulation)
project work
In the early stages of the course, practical exercises are prescriptive and clearly-defined; as the
course progresses, these become more open-ended (for example, in the MEng Individual Project
and the MEng Group Project).
Intellectual Skills
Intellectual skills include analysis, synthesis, evaluation and problem solving. They are assessed by
the following means:
closed book examinations
open book examinations
coursework (e.g. design exercises)
project work (either of a group or individual nature)
There is less of an emphasis on Intellectual Skills in Stage 1; however, this increases as the course
progresses. As the course progresses, a greater emphasis is also placed on the integration of the
topics covered in the various modules within the course.
All students are offered the opportunity to take part in an Induction Programme which provides an
introduction to the School, the staff and a chance to get to know the other students on the course.
This primarily takes place at the start of the course but there are also ongoing events in the first
semester. Further information is provided on the School's web-pages and via the Virtual Learning
Environment (CampusMoodle).
All students are allocated a Personal Tutor. Meetings with Personal Tutors are a timetabled activity
in the first year of the course.
In addition, the University has a Study Skills and Access Unit. This provides support in the areas of
writing, numeracy, English language and Study Skills. It also supports students who have
advanced entry to their courses, having previously completed an HN course at college. Further
information can be found at:
http://www.rgu.ac.uk/student-life/student-advice-and-support/study-support
All Engineering students have access to a Student Handbook; this is provided in electronic format
on the School's web-pages.
Students undertaking individual projects are provided with a detailed project handbook covering all
aspects of the project operation and assessment.
Students undertaking placements are supported by the Faculty Placement Office, an Industrial
supervisor and an academic tutor. Extensive written guidance is also available via the VLE.
All students have an account on the University computer network and can access PCs in the school
and across the University. Specialist software is provided on PCs in Engineering.
All examination papers are subject to a process of internal moderation to ensure that papers are
suitable before they are sent for moderation by External Examiners.
Project proposals and project reports are subject to a process of internal moderation.
The course is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and the Institution of
Engineering and Technology (IET). This ensures that the content and operation of the course meet
the requirements of these professional bodies.
Staff in the School are allocated to subject groups which meet to discuss the syllabi, teaching and
assessment of modules in their area of expertise.
Practical Skills
Safe workshop and laboratory skills demonstrated via major group project work. Increased ability
in use of specialist and industry standard Engineering software demonstrated at an advanced level
via project work and coursework assignments.
Intellectual Skills
Synthesis, analysis and evaluation of demonstrated by undertaking major group research or
industry-based development project with minimum guidance. Solution of advanced, complex
problems and case studies are demonstrated in tutorials and coursework.
22 September 2014
NOTE
This document constitutes one of two course documents that should be read together:
Course Specification: Core Award Data
Course Specification: Student Learning Experience
CONTACT DETAILS
Robert Gordon University
Garthdee House
Aberdeen
AB10 7QB
Scotland, UK
A Scottish Charity, Registration No. SC013781
Telephone: +44 (0)1224 262000
Web: http://www.rgu.ac.uk
In compiling this information the University has taken every care to be as accurate as possible,
though it must be read as subject to change at any time and without notice. The University
reserves the right to make variations to the contents or methods of delivery of courses, to
discontinue, merge or combine courses, and to introduce new courses.
Printed: 14 Apr 2015
Record Number: 0472
Version Number: 3