Engineering Undergraduate Course Guide 2018 by Robert Gordon University

UNDERGRADUATE COURSE GUIDE 2018

CONTENTS THE SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING 2 WHY BE AN ENGINEER? 6 WHAT TYPE OF ENGINEER ARE YOU? 8 WHERE CAN IT TAKE YOU? 12 YOUR LEARNING EXPERIENCE 14 STUDY OPTIONS 15 COURSES OF STUDY 16 ENGINEERING PROJECTS 32 SCHOLARSHIPS 33 PLACEMENTS 35 WHAT NEXT? 36

WHY THE SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING? An Engineering degree is a well recognised springboard to a range of high-profile careers in many aspects of business and industry. In modern times, good engineers are trained on a strong foundation of theory, practice and interdisciplinary innovation. A degree in engineering at RGU will give you the knowledge and advanced interdisciplinary skills to work on the design, development and manufacture of products in the UK and worldwide.

Industry Focused and Professional We work closely with local, national and international companies to ensure that we continue to provide professional learning that meets the demands of employers. The result is an impressive suite of degree programmes at all levels. We have an excellent record of accreditation by professional institutions, a strong indicator of the high quality and relevance of our courses. The School of Engineering staff boasts a very wide range of expertise, reflected in the portfolio of innovative degree programmes offered by the School. Engineering at RGU means transforming today’s technology for tomorrow’s world.

“Best Scottish University for Graduate Prospects” The Guardian University Guide 2017

THE SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING The School of Engineering is based in Aberdeen, the energy capital of Europe. This is the perfect environment for your engineering studies, with oil and gas, renewables and engineering-related industries right on your doorstep. We appreciate that it may be difficult for you to pinpoint right now the exact direction you wish to follow in your studies and in your subsequent career. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why we have made our undergraduate course programmes as flexible as possible, to allow you to choose the right direction for you in engineering. The courses are structured in such a way during semester 1 to enable you to easily transfer within the engineering disciplines by semester 2 of year 1.

In addition, we have a proven track record of working in collaboration with industry and have established strong relationships with employers. As a result, many companies offer our students placements and scholarships, which can allow MEng students to fast-track their studies, and can often lead to employment upon graduation. Working with our partners in industry, we have a dedicated Placement Office which has many years experience of helping students to secure an appropriate work placement. See pg35 for more information.

OUR COURSES Mechanical Engineering MEng UCAS H304 and BEng (Hons) UCAS H301

Mechanical and Offshore Engineering MEng UCAS H351 and BEng (Hons) UCAS H350

Mechanical and Electrical Engineering MEng UCAS H300 and BEng (Hons) UCAS HH36

Electronic and Electrical Engineering MEng UCAS H600 and BEng (Hons) UCAS H606

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MANTAS DARAMEICIKAS

BENG(HONS) ELECTRONIC AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING GRADUATE

Your course: Why did you choose to study Electronic and Electrical Engineering? My uncle is a maintenance electrician, and my mother was a qualified technician. It was a natural feeling for me to follow an engineering path. Your university: Why did you choose to study at RGU? I heard positive feedback from friends and also had a chance to visit the University to talk with some of the staff members, while I was still in college. It left a good impression and ultimately influenced my decision. Your career: What career do you hope to get into once you graduate?

Your advice: What advice would you offer to an applicant of RGU? My advice to an applicant of RGU would be to come and see the place for yourself and have a chat with some of the members of staff. I would also advise to enjoy this process, university has all the resources needed to change your life for the better! Your experience: What is the best thing about studying at RGU? I like the fact that the main study facilities are open all day. Another positive factor about studying at RGU is that help with academic and non-academic questions is always available.

Once I have graduated my goal is to pursue a career as an Electrical or Power Electronics Engineer.

WHY BE AN ENGINEER? Professional engineering is about resolving complex problems and challenges and designing the essential products, services and processes that we all use every day. From energy and electrical, to mechanical and renewables, engineering is a springboard to a vast range of careers that are not only rewarding, but well paid too.

As an Engineer, you’ll apply science to solve practical problems and undertake challenging and complex projects; you’ll discover new ways to do things innovatively and efficiently. You can choose to work in any number of industries from automotive to mechatronics; nanotechnology to power generation; renewable energy to the oil and gas industry, and beyond! Overall, graduates from our engineering courses earn higher than average starting salaries compared with graduates from similar courses in the UK. Engineers are in short supply both in the UK and globally, meaning once you graduate, your opportunities are excellent.

“My Engineering degree provided the solid foundation from which I was able to launch my career.” Graduate, Melissa Clare became the first woman (at the age of 30) to take charge of a North Sea oil rig.

WHAT TYPE OF ENGINEER ARE YOU? MECHANICAL ENGINEERING MEng UCAS H304 BEng (Hons) UCAS H301 This is the course for you if you want a broad-based and well recognised engineering qualification that will allow you to enter almost any engineering field. Mechanical engineers design, develop, construct, operate and maintain just about anything that has moveable parts, from small components to jet engines and oil rigs. In years 1 and 2 you will focus on the fundamental principles of Mechanical Engineering such as the design process, product development and materials selection, dynamics, statics, fluids and thermodynamics. In years 3 and 4, you will progress to more specialised study including: Failure Analysis: material properties, complex stress systems, failure due to fatigue and creep, testing and monitoring techniques. Systems Engineering: process management, heat exchangers, pipes and pressure vessels. Environmental Engineering: pollution distribution and control, waste water management. Renewable Energy Systems: solar, wind, wave, tidal, biomass, hydro power systems.

MECHANICAL AND OFFSHORE ENGINEERING

MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

MEng UCAS H351 BEng (Hons) UCAS H350

MEng UCAS H300 BEng (Hons) UCAS HH36

Do you want to work in the thriving global offshore industry? This course will provide you with the vital stepping-stone needed to work within this exciting and rewarding sector.

There is a growing industry demand for engineers who have an understanding of both Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, and are able to apply this knowledge to the design and development of products and systems. In order to learn the principles and fundamentals of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, you will follow the same years 1 and 2 as the Mechanical Engineering course.

In order to learn the principles and fundamentals of Mechanical Engineering, you will follow the same years 1 and 2 as the Mechanical Engineering course. In year 3 you will begin to study modules specifically relating to the Offshore Engineering specialism. This study includes oil and gas exploration and recovery, platform design, pipelines, down-hole instrumentation and energy transformation.

In years 3 and 4 you will study more specialised modules relating to Mechanical and Electrical Engineering. Electrical Machines and Drives 1: the use of 3-phase induction motors and DC drive systems.

Offshore Engineering: how an offshore well is drilled, wave loading on a drilling rig and what the development options are for offshore oil and gas fields.

Electrical Power and Energy Systems: synchronous power generation, control and supply.

Oil and Gas Engineering A: the offshore environment, corrosion control techniques, drilling fluids and drilling-related risk assessment.

Electrical Machines and Drives 2: analysis of 2-phase induction and synchronous motors and drives, simulation techniques for AC machines.

Oil and Gas Engineering B: using exploration data, drilling fluids and reservoir properties and hydrocarbon management.

Power Systems Analysis and Protection: analyse and simulate power system stability and protection mechanisms, evaluate the economic generation of electrical power.

ELECTRONIC AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING MEng UCAS H600 BEng (Hons) UCAS H606 If you are interested in developing technology in areas as diverse as digital systems, mobile devices, control and instrumentation, communications, transportation, aerospace and power generation, this is the course for you. You will study, design, develop and apply a wide range of circuits and systems which are vital to the success of industry. In years 1 and 2 you will study the fundamentals of Electrical and Electronic Engineering such as electrical systems and power, electronic devices and circuits, computer hardware and software, telecommunications and microcontrollers. In years 3 and 4 you will specialise in two of the following areas: Electronics: designing analogue and digital circuitry for applications including robots. Electrical Engineering: electrical machines power systems and renewable energy systems. Communications Engineering: satellites, personal and mobile communication systems, wireless technology computer networks and internet technologies. Computer Engineering: microprocessors, software engineering, computer hardware and interfacing, industrial instrumentation and control using embedded systems.

VICTORIA ALLAN

5TH YEAR (MENG) MECHANICAL AND OFFSHORE ENGINEERING STUDENT

Your course: What are the highlights of your course? The highlights of my course are the academic staff, in particular, as they’re always really approachable and helpful with any queries you might have. The content of the course is really interesting and is always kept very current; it evolved as the industry circumstances changed. In addition, another highlight has been getting to know a great group of people in my year that I’m really good friends with now. Your experience: Did you undertake a placement as part of your course? I did do a placement as part of my course, in summer 2016 at Repsol Sinopec Resources UK – I got a scholarship with that company in first

year and I did a summer placement with them on their Tartan Project; I found it really interesting and it helped me learn and apply a lot of the knowledge that I’ve learned so far. Your university: Why did you choose to study at RGU? I decided to study at RGU because of its really high graduate employment rate. I also have a particular interest in oil and gas and I managed to do the Mechanical and Offshore Engineering course at RGU, which was something that a lot of other universities didn’t really focus on. I also really appreciated the practical side of RGU – we would get a lot of hands-on experience in the early years, which a lot of other universities don’t provide.

WHERE CAN IT TAKE ME? All of our MEng courses are fully accredited by the IMechE or IET. Students completing our MEng courses are in a strong position to move on to achieve professional engineering status as a Chartered Engineer (CEng) after a period of initial professional development in industry. This is internationally recognised and means you’ll have higher earnings potential, greater influence within your organisation and industry as well access to lifelong learning. All of our BEng(Hons) courses are also accredited by the IMechE or IET. Students completing our BEng(Hons) courses automatically meet the academic benchmark requirements for registration as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng) and in part, the academic benchmark requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer. BEng(Hons) graduates will need to complete an approved format of further learning pursuant to the requirements for registering as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).

Our graduates have progressed to roles including: Graduate Engineer, Sparrows Planning Engineer, Technip Project Engineer, Expro Project Manager, SPIE Design Engineer, FMC Technologies Engineer, Halliburton Technical Director, Cisco Systems Risk & Safety Engineer, Bureau Veritas Support Engineer, iXBlue Ltd Global Support Engineer, Schlumberger ROV Pilot, Subsea 7 FURTHER STUDY We have a number of MSc courses on offer, allowing you to develop your knowledge and expertise within a specific field. For students aiming for a PhD, we have an excellent reputation in research activity with research studentships available. Visit our website to find out more. Another tool available if you enter further study is our DART® facility. This fantastic DS-6000 drilling training simulator provides a 3D visual world of a modernday rig. It enables training in pipehandling, drilling or well control operation within a simulated rig environment. It is used to supplement our MSc courses and to provide commercial training.

“As part of my studies we heard from lots of external industry experts who gave us an insight into the practical applications of what we were studying. The ability to do a large amount of practical work, even extending beyond the electronics industry, gave me a wider understanding of industry requirements and challenges. During my career I have often reflected back to what I learnt and it still helps me in my day-to-day role.”

Richard Moir Technical Director Cisco Systems Ltd

YOUR LEARNING EXPERIENCE During your first week with us, we hold an Induction to help prepare you for University life. You’ll be assigned your Personal Tutor at this stage, who will be your main point of contact and support you throughout your studies. Lectures are an interactive forum. Your lecturer brings the subject to life using case studies and experience and points you in the direction of further self-directed study. Tutorials are smaller groups which allow for in-depth problem-solving exercises based on principles covered in lectures. Laboratory practicals are hands-on sessions that allow you to put into practice the theory learned in lectures. Your findings can be graded and count towards your overall assessment. Projects are the culmination of your practical learning. You will do group projects during the course and in year four carry out an individual academic or industrial project, where you will call on the skills you have learned to complete a small project from design to completion. Industrial visits are a key part of some modules to demonstrate engineering in practice. Recent trips have included Rolls Wood Group and RigTrain. You’ll be able to access lecture notes and study materials by using our Virtual Learning Environment (CampusMoodle) including our new Personal Development Portfolio feature. Throughout your course, you’ll learn how to solve problems, work as part of a team and communicate effectively. These are all key skills which are particularly attractive to your future employers.

Each year a team from RGU has the opportunity to take part in the international finals of the Marine Advanced Technology Education ROV Challenge Competition. Previous competitors have taken part in the challenge in destinations such as Hawaii, San Diego, Lake Huron and Boston. In your final year, you’ll take part in a Residential Course to prepare you for your life after university. This includes seminars by key industry speakers, presentations by graduates working in industry, interview preparation workshops and practical team activities. FACILITIES When studying such a hands-on subject as engineering, it is essential that you are able to apply the knowledge you gain in your lectures to a practical environment. The wide range of facilities we provide within the School will enable you to bring your studies to life.

STUDY OPTIONS Our flexible approach puts you in control, enabling you to make an informed choice when deciding which Engineering pathway to take. If you are unsure about which direction to take, it is possible to transfer between the Electrical and Mechanical courses at the end of semester 1 in first year. If you are studying one of the Mechanical Engineering degrees, you can also choose to change your specialism at the end of year 2. PART-TIME STUDY All of our Engineering courses are available on a part-time basis. Contact us for further information: ugoffice@rgu.ac.uk

Part-time Evening Class Study - BSc (Eng) This qualification applies to the part-time evening class courses in Mechanical Engineering and Electronic and Electrical Engineering. These courses draw on the specialist expertise of the staff in the School of Engineering. DEGREE-LINK Advanced entry to some of our courses is possible through our ‘Degree Link’ partnerships with further education colleges. For full information go to www.rgu.ac.uk/future-students and click on Degree Link.

These include: ‘Slice of the ocean’ wave machine Electrical Machines Laboratory Water tank for ROV testing Cisco Networking Laboratory Our wide range of laboratory facilities also include: Structural Testing/Materials Fluids Dynamics/Control Electronics Microcomputer Control Power Electronics Wind Tunnel Each year has two 15 week semesters. You’ll study four modules in each semester. Each module contains a combination of lectures, tutorials and practicals. You’ll be involved in projects which could include building Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs) or land yachts. You’ll be assessed by a combination of coursework and exams.

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING MENG UCAS H304 BENG (Hons) UCAS H301

Mechanical Engineering encompasses the design, construction and operation of machines, structures and industrial plant used in a very wide range of industries. Mechanical engineers are constantly striving to produce safer, durable, cheaper, useful and more efficient machines and mechanical systems to benefit us all. These can range from small components to extremely large plant, machinery or vehicles. Mechanical engineers must have the ability to work methodically and logically to solve real-life problems in the face of conflicting requirements.

The first two years are common to all three of our Mechanical Engineering courses. At the end of year 2, you can make an informed decision about which route you wish to follow. Professional Accreditation The MEng and BEng courses are accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers. The MEng provides you with the full academic requirements for Chartered Engineer status. The BEng (Hons) course requires further study at Masters level to satisfy the academic requirements for Chartered Engineer status.

WHAT YOU WILL STUDY Year 1

MEng ‘Fast-Track’ only

• • • • • • • •

• Principles of Asset Management • Socially Responsible Management • Pre-Project Industrial Placement (double module)

Maths 1A Statics and Dynamics Introduction to Electrical Engineering Professional Skills Maths 1B Introduction to Design, Materials and Manufacture Thermofluids 1 Product Development

Year 2 • • • • • • • •

Mechanics of Solids Thermofluids 2 Mechanical Engineering Design 1 Introduction to Industrial Electronics Maths 2 Dynamics Mechanical Engineering Design 2 Electrical Power

Year 3 • • • • • • • •

Maths 3 Signal Acquisition, Instrumentation and Control Environmental Engineering Project Management, Team Working and Leadership Engineering Analysis 1 Industrial Plant Renewable Energy Systems Group Project

Year 4 • Engineering Analysis 2 • Failure Analysis • Safety, Risk and Reliability Management • Systems Engineering • Plant Performance • Control and Instrumentation • BEng: Honours Project • MEng: Individual Project MEng ‘Fast-Track’ only • • •

Engineering Analysis 3 Quality Management for Engineers Post-Project Industrial Placement (double module)

Year 5 (5-Year MEng only) • • • • • • •

Principles of Asset Management Socially Responsible Management Advanced Thermofluids Quality Management for Engineers Engineering Analysis 3 Materials and Corrosion Science MEng Group Project

The modules quoted in this description are currently available for study. However, as we review the curriculum on a regular basis, the exact selection may change over time.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS MENG UCAS H304

BENG (Hons) UCAS H301

SQA HIGHER

AABB to include Maths and either Engineering Science, Physics or Technological Studies, one of which must be at grade A. English at National 5 grade C or above is required if not held at Higher.

GCE A LEVEL

GCE A LEVEL BBB to include Maths and either Design and Technology, Engineering or Physics. GCSE English at grade 5 or above is required if not held at A Level. IRISH LEAVING CERTIFICATE HIGHER

ABBB to include Maths and either Engineering Science, Physics or Technological Studies. English at National 5 grade C or above is required if not held at Higher. BBC to include Maths and either Design and Technology, Engineering or Physics. GCSE English at grade 5 or above is required if not held at A Level.

IRISH LEAVING CERTIFICATE HIGHER

H2H2H2H3 to include Maths and either Physics or Technological Studies. English at grade O3 or above is required if not held at Higher.

H2H2H2H2 to include Maths and either Physics or Technological Studies. English at grade O3 or above is required if not held at Higher.

IB DIPLOMA

APPLICANTS FROM PARTNER COLLEGES

30 to include Higher Level Maths and Physics, one of which must be at grade 6 and one at grade 5. English is required at a minimum of Standard Level grade 4.

29 to include Higher Level Maths and Physics, one of which must be at grade 6 and one at grade 5. English is required at a minimum of Standard Level grade 4.

A relevant HND from one of our partner colleges will be considered for entry into Year 3.

ADVANCED ENTRY

All other applicants who are interested in applying for advanced entry will be considered on an individual basis.

STUDY OPTIONS

Full-time: 4 years/5 years

MECHANICAL AND OFFSHORE ENGINEERING

WHAT YOU WILL STUDY

MENG UCAS H351 BENG (HONS) UCAS H350

Year 1 This course includes the core aspects of the Mechanical Engineering course and combines it with a specialism in Offshore Engineering. Offshore Engineering involves the study of oil and gas exploration and recovery, platform design, pipelines, down-hole instrumentation and energy transformation.

Aberdeen is the Energy Capital of Europe, and the School of Engineering is an international focus for the many technologies associated with energy. Mechanical and offshore engineers must have the ability to work methodically and logically to solve real-life problems in the face of conflicting requirements. This course will equip you with the skills needed to face these challenges and prepare you for your future career. The first two years are common to all three of our Mechanical Engineering courses. At the end of year 2, you can make an informed decision about which route you wish to follow. Professional Accreditation The MEng and BEng courses are accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers. The MEng provides you with the full academic requirements for Chartered Engineer status. The BEng (Hons) course requires further study at Masters level to satisfy the academic requirements for Chartered Engineer status.

• • • • • • • •

Maths 1A Statics and Dynamics Introduction to Electrical Engineering Professional Skills Maths 1B Introduction to Design, Materials and Manufacture Thermofluids 1 Product Development

Year 2 • • • • • • • •

Mechanics of Solids Thermofluids 2 Mechanical Engineering Design 1 Introduction to Industrial Electronics Maths 2 Dynamics Mechanical Engineering Design 2 Electrical Power

Year 3 • • • • • • • •

MEng ‘Fast-Track’ only • Principles of Asset Management • Socially Responsible Management • Pre-Project Industrial Placement (double module) Year 4 • Engineering Analysis 2 • Oil and Gas Engineering A • Safety, Risk and Reliability Management • Oil and Gas Engineering B • Plant Performance • Control and Instrumentation • BEng: Honours Project (double module) • MEng: Individual Project (double module) MEng ‘Fast-Track’ only • • •

Engineering Analysis 3 Quality Management for Engineers Post-Project Industrial Placement (double module)

Year 5 (5-Year MEng only) • • • • • • •

Principles of Asset Management Socially Responsible Management Advanced Thermofluids Quality Management for Engineers Engineering Analysis 3 Materials and Corrosion Science MEng Group Project (double module)

The modules quoted in this description are currently available for study. However, as we review the curriculum on a regular basis, the exact selection may change over time.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS MENG UCAS H351

BENG (Hons) UCAS H350

SQA HIGHER

AABB to include Maths and either Engineering Science, Physics or Technological Studies, one of which must be at grade A. English at National 5 grade C or above is required if not held at Higher.

GCE A LEVEL

BBB to include Maths and either Design and Technology, Engineering or Physics. GCSE English at grade 5 or above is required if not held at A Level.

IRISH LEAVING CERTIFICATE HIGHER

H2H2H2H2 to include Maths and either Physics or Technological Studies. English at grade O3 or above is required if not held at Higher.

IB DIPLOMA

30 to include Higher Level Maths and Physics, one of which must be at grade 6 and one at grade 5. English is required at a minimum of Standard Level grade 4.

ABBB to include Maths and either Engineering Science, Physics or Technological Studies. English at National 5 grade C or above is required if not held at Higher.

GCE A LEVEL

BBC to include Maths and either Design and Technology, Engineering or Physics. GCSE English at grade 5 or above is required if not held at A Level.

IRISH LEAVING CERTIFICATE HIGHER

H2H2H2H3 to include Maths and either Physics or Technological Studies. English at grade O3 or above is required if not held at Higher.

IB DIPLOMA

29 to include Higher Level Maths and Physics, one of which must be at grade 6 and one at grade 5. English is required at a minimum of Standard Level grade 4.

APPLICANTS FROM PARTNER COLLEGES

A relevant HND from one of our partner colleges will be considered for entry into Year 3.

ADVANCED ENTRY

All other applicants who are interested in applying for advanced entry will be considered on an individual basis.

STUDY OPTIONS

Full-time: 4 years/5 years

CONNECT WITH FUTURE EMPLOYERS “You cannot underestimate the benefit of bringing fresh, young talent into an established engineering team. Youth, willingness to learn, innovative and new approaches to tasks and raw ability rubs off on the entire team and boosts everyone’s motivation.” Mark Sinclair, Dana Petroleum 23

MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

WHAT YOU WILL STUDY

MENG UCAS H300 BENG (HONS) UCAS HH36 There is a great demand in industry for engineering graduates that have a broad range of knowledge, covering both Mechanical and Electrical Engineering disciplines. This course includes the core aspects of the Mechanical Engineering course and combines it with a specialism in Electrical Engineering.

Mechanical Engineering is concerned with the design, construction and operation of machines, structures and industrial plant used in a very wide range of industries. Electrical Engineering involves the technology of power generation and transmission, electrical generators, motors, the development and operation of renewable energy schemes and environmentally-friendly engineering systems. The first two years are common to all three of our Mechanical Engineering courses. At the end of year 2, you can make an informed decision about which route you wish to follow. Professional Accreditation The MEng and BEng courses are accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers and the Institution of Engineering and Technology. The MEng provides you with the full academic requirements for Chartered Engineer status. The BEng course requires further study at Masters level to satisfy the academic requirements for Chartered Engineer status.

Year 1

MEng ‘Fast-Track’ only

• • • • • • • •

• • •

Maths 1A Statics and Dynamics Introduction to Electrical Engineering Professional Skills Maths 1B Introduction to Design, Materials and Manufacture Thermofluids 1 Product Development

Year 2 • • • • • • • •

Mechanics of Solids Thermofluids 2 Mechanical Engineering Design 1 Introduction to Industrial Electronics Maths 2 Dynamics Mechanical Engineering Design 2 Electrical Power

Year 3 • • • • • • • •

Maths 3 Signal Acquisition, Instrumentation and Control Electrical Machines and Drives 1 Project Management, Team Working and Leadership Engineering Analysis 1 Industrial Plant Electrical Power and Energy Systems Group Project

Principles of Asset Management Socially Responsible Management Pre-Project Industrial Placement (double module)

Year 4 • Engineering Analysis 2 • Electrical Machines and Drives 2 • Safety, Risk and Reliability Management • Power Systems Analysis and Protection • Plant Performance • Control and Instrumentation • BEng: Honours Project (double module) OR MEng: Individual Project (double module) MEng ‘Fast-Track’ only • • •

Engineering Analysis 3 Quality Management for Engineers Post-Project Industrial Placement (double module)

Year 5 (5-Year MEng only) • • • • • • •

The modules quoted in this description are currently available for study. However, as we review the curriculum on a regular basis, the exact selection may change over time.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS MENG UCAS H300

BENG (Hons) UCAS HH36

SQA HIGHER

AABB to include Maths and either Engineering Science, Physics or Technological Studies, one of which must be at grade A. English at National 5 grade C or above is required if not held at Higher.

GCE A LEVEL

BBB to include Maths and either Design and Technology, Engineering or Physics. GCSE English at grade 5 or above is required if not held at A Level.

IRISH LEAVING CERTIFICATE HIGHER

H2H2H2H2 to include Maths and either Physics or Technological Studies. English at grade O3 or above is required if not held at Higher.

IB DIPLOMA

30 to include Higher Level Maths and Physics, one of which must be at grade 6 and one at grade 5. English is required at a minimum of Standard Level grade 4.

ABBB to include Maths and either Engineering Science, Physics or Technological Studies. English at National 5 grade C or above is required if not held at Higher.

GCE A LEVEL

BBC to include Maths and either Design and Technology, Engineering or Physics. GCSE English at grade 5 or above is required if not held at A Level.

IRISH LEAVING CERTIFICATE HIGHER

H2H2H2H3 to include Maths and either Physics or Technological Studies. English at grade O3 or above is required if not held at Higher.

IB DIPLOMA

29 to include Higher Level Maths and Physics, one of which must be at grade 6 and one at grade 5. English is required at a minimum of Standard Level grade 4.

APPLICANTS FROM PARTNER COLLEGES

A relevant HND from one of our partner colleges will be considered for entry into Year 3.

ADVANCED ENTRY

All other applicants who are interested in applying for advanced entry will be considered on an individual basis.

STUDY OPTIONS

Full-time: 4 years/5 years

ELECTRONIC AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING MENG UCAS H600 BENG (HONS) UCAS H606 Electronic and Electrical Engineering encompasses the design and utilisation of a broad range of vital circuits and systems that fulfil society’s needs in electrical and electronic technologies. Electronic Engineering covers analogue and digital design with integrated circuits applied to robotics, instrumentation, computer and communication systems. Electrical Engineering involves power generation and transmission, electrical motors and renewable energy. In years 1

and 2 you will study a variety of topics in electronic and electrical engineering, with introductions to communications and computer engineering. To put into practical application what you have learnt in lectures, you will be involved in challenging team projects, such as building underwater robots and armoured sumo wrestling robots at year 2. In the later stages of the course, you will have the opportunity to specialise in two areas from the following: Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Communications Engineering and Computer Engineering. This allowance for specialisation has been designed to further enhance your employability. PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION The MEng and BEng courses are fully accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). The MEng provides you with the full academic requirements for Chartered Engineer status. The BEng course requires further study at Masters level to satisfy the academic requirements for Chartered Engineer status.

WHAT YOU WILL STUDY Year 1 • Introduction to Electrical Engineering • Maths 1A • Statics and Dynamics • Professional Skills • Introduction to Analogue Electronics and Signals • Maths 1B • Introduction to Digital Electronics and Microcontrollers • Product Development Year 2 • Electronics 2 • Electrical Systems • Computer Engineering • Introduction to Telecommunications • Electrical Power • Maths 2 • Applied Management • Design Exercise Year 3 • Electronics 3 • Signal Acquisition, Instrumentation and Control • Electrical Machines and Drives 1 • Embedded Systems • Project Management, Teamworking and Leadership • Elective (Data Networks or Offshore Engineering) • Elective (Electrical Power and Energy Systems or Object Oriented Software Development) • Group Project

MEng ‘Fast-Track’ only • Principles of Asset Management • Socially Responsible Management • Pre-Project Industrial Placement (double module) Year 4 • Advanced Electronics • Control and Signal Processing • Advanced Digital System Design • Safety, Risk and Reliability Management (BEng only) • Quality Management for Engineers (5 year MEng only) • Elective (Advanced Data Networks or Power Systems Analysis and Protection or Renewable Energy Systems) • Elective (Optical and Radio Communications or Electrical Machines and Drives) • BEng Honours Project (double module) or MEwng Individual Project (double module) MEng ‘Fast-Track’ only • Advanced Signal Processing and Systems Analysis • Reliability and Risk Management • Quality Management for Engineers • Post-Project Industrial Placement (double module) Year 5 (5-Year MEng only) • Principles of Asset Management • Socially Responsible Management • Real-Time Embedded Systems • MEng Group Project (double module) • Safety, Risk and Reliability Management • Internet Security • Advanced Signal Processing and Systems Analysis (Please Note: Fast-Track may be the only route on offer)

The modules quoted in this description are currently available for study. However, as we review the curriculum on a regular basis, the exact selection may change over time. 29

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS MENG UCAS H600

BENG (Hons) UCAS H606

SQA HIGHER

GCE A LEVEL

IRISH LEAVING CERTIFICATE HIGHER

IB DIPLOMA

H2H2H2H3 to include Maths and either Physics or Technological Studies. English at grade O3 or above is required if not held at Higher. 29 to include Higher Level Maths and Physics, one of which must be at grade 6 and one at grade 5. English is required at a minimum of Standard Level grade 4.

BBBB to include Maths and either Engineering Science, Physics or Technological Studies. English at National 5 grade C or above is required if not held at Higher. BCC to include Maths and either Design and Technology, Engineering or Physics. GCSE English at grade 5 or above is required if not held at A Level.

H2H2H3H3 to include Maths and either Physics or Technological Studies. English at grade O3 or above is required if not held at Higher. 28 to include Higher Level Maths and Physics at grade 5. English is required at a minimum of Standard Level grade 4.

APPLICANTS FROM PARTNER COLLEGES

A relevant HND from one of our partner colleges will be considered for entry into Year 3.

ADANCED ENTRY

All other applicants who are interested in applying for advanced entry will be considered on an individual basis.

STUDY OPTIONS

EXTRA-CURRICULAR OPPORTUNITIES “I had the opportunity to participate in the MATE Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) challenge as a member of the RGU team, Special ROV Service. Held in a different locale in North America every year, students from all

over the world compete against each other with purpose built ROVs. It’s a fantastic opportunity to meet fellow peers, make contact with influential members of industry and show off your engineering skills.” Bruce Mackenzie MEng Electronic and Electrical Engineering

Full-time: 4 years/5 years

ENGINEERING GROUP PROJECTS

SCHOLARSHIPS

GROUP PROJECTS (Y3) MECHANICAL - LAND YACHTS

GROUP PROJECTS (Y3) ELECTRICAL - RADIO CONTROLLED LAND YACHTS

YEAR 1 AND 2 PROJECTS

Our School has developed close links with the Engineering industry to improve your employment prospects and to ensure all of our courses meet the needs of your future employers. As a result, many companies offer our students placements and scholarships, which often lead to employment on graduation. As a reflection of the quality of our undergraduates and our strong links with industry, we have a range of generous scholarship schemes with some of Aberdeen’s major Engineering companies: Atkins Ltd BP Bureau Veritas CNR International FMC Technologies KCA Deutag Kongsberg Maritime OPITO Petrofac Poyry Energy Aberdeen Ltd Sparrows Offshore Technip Zenith Oilfield Technology The many benefits of scholarships can include financial support, mentoring and, in most cases, a work placement. To find out more about our scholarship opportunities, including how to apply, visit www.rgu.ac.uk/scholarships

“The experiences that RGU provides all engineering students with are exemplary. For example there are many scholarships to apply for, guest lectures from people working in the oil and gas industry and also engaging our year in many group projects which builds on our teamwork skills. My personal highlight would be being awarded the Talisman Sinopec Energy UK Engineering Scholarship last year.” Victoria Allan MEng Mechanical and Offshore Engineering

“I applied for the Talisman Scholarship as I was sure the relationship with such a company would open up many opportunities to maximise my university experience. The mentoring scheme opens up a resource of great knowledge and experience from some key employees of Talisman. The financial support which the scholarship provides is very generous and securing a placement with Talisman has been one of the most important and beneficial parts of my course.” Barry Mitchell MEng Electronic and Electrical Engineering

PLACEMENTS

“By employing placement students, we can hopefully encourage students into the oil and gas industry and

All students are encouraged to undertake relevant

prevent the skills shortages we have experienced in

work experience and MEng students can convert

the past.”

that experience to an assessed placement and gain

Jim MacRae

access to the fast-track route. Work placements

Nexen

give you a valuable opportunity to put your learning into practice and enhance your employability. Standard MEng and BEng students are also encouraged to undertake work experience, although this is not counted towards your final assessment. Our dedicated Placement Office will help you in securing your placement. They can provide assistance in dealing with companies offering placements and will support you in arranging placements found through your own contacts. For all of our courses, placements are not guaranteed.

“For my summer placement I worked at Spartek Systems UK Limited. It is a global company which specialises in the manufacturing, testing and servicing of down-hole tools in the oil and gas industry. My job involved a lot of soldering, testing of pcb boards and manual calibration of tools. I got to meet many different clients that use the intelligent triggers and gauges Spartek offers. I also received exposure to the company’s quality management procedures. I found my MEng Fast-Track Placement with help from the Placement Office.” Matthew Downie MEng Electronic and Electrical Engineering

Recent placement partner companies have included:

“I think the opportunity to carry out a placement whilst at university is crucial. Not only did I receive industrial experience in the Petrofac offices, I was fortunate enough to be put through my survival course by Petrofac and visit the Heather and Thistle platforms, which are operated by them. Travelling on helicopters, familiarising myself with being on an offshore platform, and generally getting used to the surroundings offshore has been an invaluable experience.” William West, MEng Mechanical Engineering

Kongsberg, BP, Shell, SPIE, Weatherford, Wood

“Over the years, we have been continually impressed

Group, Taqa, James Fisher Divex, Bureau Veritas,

by the calibre of the students we have employed as a

Halliburton, Sparrows Offshore, Fugro, Score

result of the University’s placement programme.”

Energy, AGR Automation, PaR Marine, Control Valve Solutions, Enovate Systems, PD&MS, CNR, Helix Well Ops, Proserv, Matrix International, KCA Deutag, Metrol Technology Group, Cirrus Logic, Leonardo, iXblue Ltd, Wärtsilä, Cirrus Logic, Stena Drilling, Xodus Group, Total E&P UK, Saipem, Repsol Sinopec Resources Ltd, Nexen, Premier Oil, Subsea7, Rotojar, EnerMech Ltd and BW Offshore. A learning contract will be put in place at the start of your placement, agreed by you and your employer, to ensure that you get the very best out of your experience. A member of our academic team will also support and visit you during your placement as an academic supervisor.

Morven Spalding Senior Specialist Organisational Development, Aker Solutions “Placed at Sand Monitoring Services, my job was to work in the Tech Group Engineering team to manage existing technology used by the company in the field and to develop new techniques and new technologies to give a better quality of data to clients. The placement gave a great opportunity to put theoretical and practical university skills into practice in a real engineering team as well as a soft-start transition between education and work.” Matthew Head MEng Mechanical & Electrical Engineering

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