Aeronautical<br/> & Mechanical Engineering</br> (with foundation year)*

BEng (Hons)
Aeronautical
& Mechanical Engineering
(with foundation year)*

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access to the state-of-the-art Merlin flight simulator

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UCAS code: HH4H

Year of entry: 2019

UCAS Tariff: 48

Duration: 4YRS (FT)

Institution code: G53

Location: Wrexham

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Why choose this course?

Developing key skills and sound knowledge for a successful career in aircraft industries, as well as in a variety of modern engineering sectors, these courses benefit from strong industrial links and is designed to fulfil industries’ requirements.

The courses are focused on design. You’ll develop a full understanding of engineering design concepts and the engineering design process. You can explore radical new aeronautical and aerospace concepts and complement this with expertise in mechanical engineering to produce designs. In addition to specialist knowledge and skills in aeronautical engineering, this course also emphasize transferable knowledge and skills to equip you for a broader job market.

The first part of the course will introduce you to the fundamentals of mechanical and electrical science, the mechanics of solids and machines and computer-aided design. Then you'll develop more advanced knowledge, looking at aerodynamics, engineering dynamics, engineering design, structures and vibration analysis, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, propulsion, aircraft design, aircraft stability, and control.

You’ll be trained to use variety of computer-aided design tools, including industry-highly-required Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) tools. Also, honing your business skills are a key focus throughout the course.

You can also choose to study this course as a standard three year programme without the foundation year BEng (Hons) Aeronautical and Mechanical Engineering UCAS code:HH34

*Subject to re-validation As part of its continuous quality assurance and enhancement, the University has new and updated courses in development. The details of these courses are in the process of being finalised and are awaiting their turn in the approval cycle, known as the ‘validation’ process. As soon as the programmes are validated the details of the course will be confirmed.

The majority of new courses that are still ‘subject to validation’ are approved by their validation process; however, this is not guaranteed and should the course not go ahead as planned, or be significantly amended, you will be informed by the university and assistance will be provided to those who have been offered a place to find a suitable alternative course either at Wrexham Glyndwr University or at another provider.

KEY COURSE FEATURES

Includes foundation year to prepare you for further years of study.
Strong links with the industries such as Airbus, Raytheon, etc.
State-of-the-art Merlin Flight Simulator, design and test your own aircraft using engineering theory.
Access to cutting edge computer-aided design, analysis and simulation software, including ANSYS, Abaqus, MATLAB and Simulink, etc.
Subsonic and supersonic wind tunnel facilities.
Access to flight simulation packages such as FLITE, RANT navaids trainer and Boeing 747.
Work on jet engine aircraft in our aircraft hangar.
Eligible to be a student member with the IMechE, RAeS, and/or IET.
Rapid prototyping facility.
Advanced composite training and development centre based in Broughton.

WHAT WILL YOU STUDY?

Year 1 (Foundation year)

The foundation year will gradually build the required mathematical skills and science and engineering knowledge for you to progress into your level-4 study. It is designed specifically for the candidates who do not have enough/required UCAS tariff points for their direct level-4 entry or strong enough science and engineering background, or would like to build more solid foundation for your degree studies.

Modules

Analytical Methods for Engineering.
Design and Technology
Mechanical Science
Electrical and Electronic Science
The Skills You Need
Contextual Studies

Year 2 (level 4)

You will develop an understanding of the fundamental concepts, principles and theories in engineering, acquire basic mathematic skills related to engineering and design problems and use CAD for engineering design. Competence of working safely in engineering laboratories and workshops, and being able to conduct laboratory procedures, measurement and workshop practices under the guidance of a tutor.

Modules

Mechanical Science
Electrical Science
Laboratory Methods and Materials
Engineering Mathematics
Introduction to Engineering Design and Practice

Optional

Aircraft Systems
Mechanical Systems

Year 3 (Level 5)

Level 5 will build on the knowledge, concepts and skills acquired at level 4 in addition to more specialist knowledge, skills in engineering design and analysis. More in depth in theories in mechanics, thermodynamics, propulsion, flight dynamics, avionics, control systems, structures and finite element analysis, etc. Develop understanding in business and research methods.

Modules

Business and Research Development
Thermo-fluid and Propulsion
Further Engineering Mathematics
Engineering and Mechanism Dynamics and Engineering Design
Structures, Failure Analysis and FEA

Optional

Avionics, Flight Dynamics and Control
Instrumentation and Control Systems Engineering

Year 4 (Level 6)

At level 6 students will acquire a critical understanding and application of the higher level concepts, principles and theories in engineering as well as a critical understanding and explanation of advanced topics in structural vibration, thermodynamics, and aerodynamics. Use knowledge and skills acquired to do an individual project.

Modules

Inter-professional Studies in Engineering
Individual Project (Honours)
Aerodynamics and CFD
Vibration Analysis and Complex Structures

Optional

Flight Stability, Control and Compressible Aerodynamics
Advanced Thermo-fluid and Turbomachinery

The information listed in this section is an overview of the academic content of the programme that will take the form of either core or option modules. Modules are designated as core or option in accordance with professional body requirements and internal academic framework review, so may be subject to change.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AND APPLYING

BEng (Hons) Aeronautical and Mechanical Engineering (four years including foundation year)

UCAS Code: HH4H

Our general requirement for the foundation year is UCAS tariff points of 48 but all applications are considered individually and we consider work experience, vocational training/qualifications, as well as motivation and potential to succeed.

If you have studied in another European country, please check the Entry Requirements for your qualification.

International Students - BEng (Hons) Aeronautical and Mechanical Engineering (four years including foundation year)

If you are an international student please visit the countries page and select your country to see the relevant academic and English language entry requirements.

ASSESSMENT

A broad range of assessment methods are used; these include phase tests, written assignments, practical work on computers, portfolio of work, logbooks, presentations and laboratory work case studies and CAD. A combination of this work may form part of your assessment, alongside time-constrained exams. Each module is assessed by a variety of methods, enabling students to display their full potential. A project dissertation will form one of the final parts of your assessment.

Teaching and learning

Wrexham Glyndŵr University is committed to supporting our students to maximise their academic potential.

We offer workshops and support sessions in areas such as academic writing, effective note-making and preparing for assignments. Students can book appointments with academic skills tutors dedicated to helping deal with the practicalities of university work. Our student support section has more information on the help available.

Teaching methods include lectures, laboratory sessions, student-led seminars and guided research.

Independent learning is an important aspect of all modules, as it enables students to develop both their subject specific and key skills. Independent learning is promoted through guided study or feedbacks given to students.

CAREER PROSPECTS

The Careers & Zone at Wrexham Glyndŵr University is there to help you make decisions and plan the next steps towards a bright future. From finding work or further study to working out your interests, skills and aspirations, they can provide you with the expert information, advice and guidance you need.

The course equips you with a thorough knowledge and skills in engineering at the forefront of new and emerging technologies. Graduates will be well placed to become subject specialists within industry or to pursue research careers within academia.

The current UK shortage of qualified engineering graduates means you will have plenty of career options when you graduate. You can find employment in the fields of aeronautical, mechanical and manufacturing engineering consultancy, research and development or in the armed forces.

FEES AND FUNDING

You do not have to pay your tuition fees upfront.

For 2018/19, Wrexham Glyndŵr University’s tuition fees will be £9,000 per year for a full time undergraduate degree course.

The fees you pay and the support available will depend on a number of different factors. Full information can be found on our fees & finance pages. You will also find information about what your fees include in the FAQs section of those pages.

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