Module Catalogue 2026/27

Pre Requisite Comment

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Co Requisite Comment

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Aims

To develop students’ ability to conceive, develop, and evaluate engineering design solutions within the real-world contexts of legal and business constraints. Students will apply design engineering principles to complex, open-ended problems while demonstrating an understanding of engineering and general standard agencies (ISO, BS, HSE), relevant legal frameworks and business models. The module fosters multidisciplinary thinking and prepares students to operate effectively in professional engineering environments.

The overarching aim of this module is to develop industry-ready engineers by gradually enhancing their professionalism, design capabilities, and understanding of real-world constraints and challenges in engineering practice. It builds upon the foundations of ENG1008 and serves as a prerequisite for MEC3008. With a strong emphasis on group work and problem-solving, students will gain hands-on experience working as part of an engineering team.

Outline Of Syllabus

To develop students’ ability to conceive, develop, and evaluate engineering design solutions within the real-world contexts of legal and business constraints. Students will apply design engineering principles to complex, open-ended problems while demonstrating an understanding of engineering and general standard agencies (ISO, BS, HSE), relevant legal frameworks and business models. The module fosters multidisciplinary thinking and prepares students to operate effectively in professional engineering environments.

The overarching aim of this module is to develop industry-ready engineers by gradually enhancing their professionalism, design capabilities, and understanding of real-world constraints and challenges in engineering practice. It builds upon the foundations of ENG1008 and serves as a prerequisite for MEC3008. With a strong emphasis on group work and problem-solving, students will gain hands-on experience working as part of an engineering team.

Intended Knowledge Outcomes

•       Explain key principles of engineering analysis and design, including design for manufacture and assembly (DFMA), systems integration, and sustainable product development, while considering the legal obligations and risk mitigation strategies necessary to conduct engineering design responsibly. (C1, C2, C6)

•       Describe the function, selection criteria, and specification standards for fundamental engineering components, and explain how these align with regulatory and contractual requirements. (C4)

•       An understanding of how engineering standards can be used to mitigate risks and used in the management of projects and activities, be able to identify relevant legal risk and its potential impact and show an understanding of legal processes and different methods of dispute resolution.(C8, C9, C10)

•       An understanding of the concept of negligence and its relevance to managing engineering projects, particularly in relation to professional responsibility and risk management. (C9)

Intended Skill Outcomes

•       Apply appropriate design processes and engineering calculations and simulations to specify and integrate mechanical components into functional product designs, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and contractual requirements. (C2, C13, C14, C15, C16)

•       Use CAD and technical drawing tools to develop detailed representations of engineering designs suitable for manufacturing and prototyping. (C3, C5)

•       Evaluate engineering solutions within legal, regulatory, and business frameworks, justifying decisions in terms of compliance, cost-effectiveness, and commercial viability. (C5, C6,)

•       Collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams to develop, communicate, and present a complete engineering design solution supported by technical, legal, and business reasoning. (C5, C6, C17)

•       Identify technical and commercial risks in engineering projects and apply appropriate principles to resolve issues in case study scenarios, demonstrating practical understanding of liability, and risk management. (C7, C11)

Teaching Rationale And Relationship

A combined approach of lectures and PBL ensures students gain both the theoretical foundations and practical problem-solving experience needed to meet the module’s learning outcomes. Lectures provide structured delivery of key concepts to support the knowledge outcomes, including manufacturing system design, quality frameworks, legal and professional requirements and analytical tools. PBL then enables students to apply this knowledge to realistic engineering challenges, developing the analytical, decision-making, and communication skills reflected in the skill outcomes. Together, these methods create a balanced learning environment that promotes understanding, application, and integration of design, manufacturing, and quality principles.

Assessment Rationale And Relationship

A 25% digital examination and 75% portfolio assessment provide a balanced way to test both theoretical understanding and applied skills. The digital exam assesses students’ grasp of core concepts in manufacturing systems and quality management, supporting the knowledge outcomes. Through reports, presentations, and demonstrations, the portfolio allows students to apply design theory to justify design decisions, and communicate solutions, directly supporting the skill outcomes. This combination ensures students are evaluated on both their conceptual knowledge and their ability to use it effectively in realistic engineering contexts.

General Notes

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