MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering modules
Properties of Materials
Other modules on this course
Year 1 core modules
- Electrical Engineering
- Engineering Design and CAD
- Engineering Mathematics
- Engineering Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer
- Fluid Mechanics
- Group Design Project
- Professional Skills
- Properties of Materials
- Structural Mechanics
Year 2 core modules
- Analytical Techniques for Engineers
- Dynamic Analysis
- Engineering Management and Leadership Skills
- Group Design and Build Project
- Internal Combustion Engines
- Manufacturing Processes
- Mechanics of Materials 1
- Product and Assembly Design Modelling
Year 3 core modules
- Optional Placement Year
Year 4 core modules
- Aerodynamics
- Applied Dynamics
- Employment Skills
- Individual Project (MEng Part I)
- Interdisciplinary Group Project (MEng)
- Mechanics of Materials 2
and one optional module
Final-year core modules
- Continuum Mechanics
- Individual Project (MEng Part II)
- Industrial-related Group Project
- Leadership and Entrepreneurship
and two optional modules
- CAD/CAM and Product Development
- Computational Fluid Dynamics
- Engineering Project Management
- Finite Element Methods
- Manufacturing Systems
- Project Planning and Visualisation
- Quality and Supply Chain Management
Non-credit bearing optional modules
- A foreign language: German, French, Spanish, Chinese (Mandarin)
- In-sessional Academic English (for international students)
- Professional Mentoring
You may select one or more of these modules.
Modules offered may vary.
This module provides you with a foundational knowledge of important properties of engineering materials, together with a hands-on appreciation of these through laboratory-based practical sessions.
Fundamental relationships between processing, structure, properties and performance will be explored to highlight factors that influence the suitability of materials for various engineering applications.