Engineering

The following modules are available to incoming Study Abroad students interested in Engineering.

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ENGR4001: Engineering Science

  • Terms Taught: Michaelmas
  • US Credits: 5 US Semester credits
  • ECTS Credits: 10 ECTS
  • Pre-requisites: A Level / high school equivalent maths, physics, subject to agreement of School of Engineering

ENGR4002: Engineering Skills

  • Terms Taught: Michaelmas
  • US Credits: 5 US Semester Credits
  • ECTS Credits: 10 ECTS
  • Pre-requisites: A Level/ high school equivalent maths, physics, subject to agreement of the School of Engineering.

ENGR4003: Fundamental Engineering Mathematics

  • Terms Taught: Michaelmas
  • US Credits: 5 US Semester Credits
  • ECTS Credits: 10 ECTS
  • Pre-requisites: A Level / high school equivalent maths, physics, subject to agreement of School of Engineering

ENGR4004: Engineering Thermofluids

  • Terms Taught: Lent / Summer
  • US Credits: 5 US Semester Credits
  • ECTS Credits: 10 ECTS
  • Pre-requisites: A Level / high school equivalent maths, physics, subject to agreement with School of Engineering

ENGR4005: Engineering Systems

  • Terms Taught: Lent / Summer
  • US Credits: 5 US Semester credits
  • ECTS Credits: 10 ECTS
  • Pre-requisites: A Level / high school equivalent maths, physics, subject to agreement of School of Engineering

ENGR4006: Applied Engineering Mathematics

  • Terms Taught: Lent / Summer
  • US Credits: 5 US Semester Credits
  • ECTS Credits: 10 ECTS
  • Pre-requisites: A Level / high school equivalent maths, physics, subject to agreement of School of Engineering

ENGR5001: Control and Robotics

  • Terms Taught: Full Year
  • US Credits: 5 US Semester credits
  • ECTS Credits: 10 ECTS
  • Pre-requisites: 1 year of (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of the School of Engineering 

ENGR5002: Fluid Mechanics and Mass Transfer

  • Terms Taught: Michaelmas
  • US Credits: 5 US Semester credits
  • ECTS Credits: 10 ECTS
  • Pre-requisites: 1 year of (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng.NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering 

ENGR5003: Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer

  • Terms Taught: Michaelmas
  • US Credits: 5 US Semester credits
  • ECTS Credits: 10 ECTS
  • Pre-requisites: 1 year of (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of the School of Engineering

ENGR5004: Engineering Mechanics

  • Terms Taught: Lent / Summer
  • US Credits: 5 US Semester credits
  • ECTS Credits: 10 ECTS
  • Pre-requisites: 1 year of ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng, subject to agreement of the School of Engineering

ENGR5005: Digital Electronics and Software

  • Terms Taught: Michaelmas
  • US Credits: 5 US Semester Credits
  • ECTS Credits: 10 ECTS
  • Pre-requisites: 1 year of (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering

ENGR5006: Electrical Circuits and Analogue Electronics

  • Terms Taught: Michaelmas
  • US Credits: 5 US Semester Credits
  • ECTS Credits: 10 ECTS
  • Pre-requisites: 1 year of (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering

ENGR5007: Electromagnetism and Communications

  • Terms Taught: Michaelmas
  • US Credits: 5 US Semester Credits
  • ECTS Credits: 10 ECTS
  • Pre-requisites: 1 year of (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering

ENGR5008: Nuclear Engineering

  • Terms Taught: Michaelmas
  • US Credits: 5 US Semester Credits
  • ECTS Credits: 10 ECTS
  • Pre-requisites: 1 year of (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering

ENGR5009: Chemical Engineering Practice

  • Terms Taught: Michaelmas
  • US Credits: 5 US Semester Credits
  • ECTS Credits: 10 ECTS
  • Pre-requisites: 1 year of (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering

ENGR5010: Power Engineering

  • Terms Taught: Lent / Summer
  • US Credits: 5 US Semester credits
  • ECTS Credits: 10 ECTS
  • Pre-requisites: 1 year of (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering

ENGR5011: Machine Design

  • Terms Taught: Lent / Summer
  • US Credits: 5 US Semester Credits
  • ECTS Credits: 10 ECTS
  • Pre-requisites: 1 year of (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering

ENGR5012: Engineering Materials

  • Terms Taught: Lent / Summer
  • US Credits: 5 US Semester credits
  • ECTS Credits: 10 ECTS
  • Pre-requisites: 1 year of (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering

ENGR5013: Electronics Materials and Manufacturing

  • Terms Taught: Lent / Summer
  • US Credits: 5 US Semester Credits
  • ECTS Credits: 10 ECTS
  • Pre-requisites: 1 year of (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering

ENGR5014: Nuclear Decommissioning and Disposal

  • Terms Taught: Lent / Summer
  • US Credits: 5 US Semester Credits
  • ECTS Credits: 10 ECTS
  • Pre-requisites: 1 year of (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering

ENGR5015: Chemical Engineering Design

  • Terms Taught: Lent/Summer
  • US Credits: 5
  • ECTS Credits: 10 ECTS
  • Pre-requisites: 1 year of (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering

ENGR5016: Chemical Reaction Engineering

  • Terms Taught: Lent/Summer
  • US Credits: 5
  • ECTS Credits: 10 ECTS
  • Pre-requisites: 1 year of (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering

Course Description

This module aims to help students to develop an understanding of the basic principles of chemical engineering with respect to chemical reaction in homogeneous systems; enhance their problem solving skills; they will be able to develop their analytical skills, improving their ability to extract useful "information" from "data"; they will learn how to synthesise the information gained into new knowledge and designs; communicate their conclusions to both an expert and non-expert audience; and to apply this knowledge to real world situations.

Educational Aims

Upon successful completion of this module, students will be able to:

  1. Formulate and solve a range of problems in the field of homogeneous reaction engineering;
  2. Apply mathematical analysis to define key parameters in the formulation of problems;
  3. Interpret the fundamentals of basic reaction engineering principles to construct design of experiments, equipment and processes, considering the environmental and societal impact of the solution;
  4. Identify batch and continuous operation and the criteria for selection of each;
  5. Plan and manage time and workloads effectively;
  6. Evaluate and determine the chemical reactor size and operation.

Outline Syllabus

This module provides the students fundamental skills on formulate rate laws of chemical reaction engineering, covering key concepts and practical applications essential for designing and analysing reactors. Students will explore reaction kinetics, including simple integer and non-integer order reaction rates, and gain an understanding of how to classify reactions based on their characteristics. The course delves into ideal reactor systems such as batch and continuous reactors, with a focus on graphical interpretation of design equations and the principles of reactor sizing. Through the study of homogeneous reactions, students will examine systems of continuous reactors, including those arranged in series, parallel, or with recycle streams.

Emphasis is placed on the analysis of multiple reactions, exploring crucial concepts such as conversion, selectivity, and yield. Students will learn to design and evaluate reactors for various reaction systems, including series, parallel, independent, and mixed reactions, integrating energy balance considerations for isothermal and adiabatic reactors. Practical applications are further extended to continuous reactors.

The module addresses non-ideal reactor behaviours, offering insights into the complexities of real-world systems. Students will study advanced topics, such as the pseudo-steady-state hypothesis (PSSH), as well as main differences of homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysis, equipping them with a comprehensive understanding of the reaction engineering principles and their applications.

Assessment Proportions

The module employs a balanced assessment approach comprising a progress test, two-hour end-of- term examination and an individual coursework project. This strategy reflects the module's dual emphasis on assessing practical applications of chemical reactors with homogeneous reactions.

The progress test covers the fundamentals delivered in the first five weeks of the module, and the examination evaluates students' grasp of fundamental principles and analytical problem-solving capabilities, assessing all outcomes, but focusing on learning outcomes related to analysis. The coursework projects complement this by evaluating practical competence and application skills. The project focuses on chemical reactors design and modelling using computational tools and software packages. The coursework allows students to demonstrate their ability to solve reaction engineering problems using industry-standard tools whilst developing essential professional skills in analysis, design, and technical communication.

This assessment strategy ensures comprehensive evaluation of all learning outcomes while maintaining academic rigour and professional relevance, reflecting the practical and theoretical demands of modern chemical engineering practice.

ENGR5017: Particle Technology & Separation Processes

  • Terms Taught: Lent/Summer
  • US Credits: 5 US Semester Credits
  • ECTS Credits: 10 ECTS
  • Pre-requisites: 1 year of (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering.

ENGR6003: Engineering Management and Entrepreneurship

  • Terms Taught: Michaelmas
  • US Credits: 5
  • ECTS Credits: 10 ECTS
  • Pre-requisites: 2 years of (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering.

ENGR6004: Computer Aided Engineering

  • Terms Taught: Michaelmas
  • US Credits: 5
  • ECTS Credits: 10
  • Pre-requisites: 2 years of (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering.

ENGR6005: Mechatronic Systems and Automation

  • Terms Taught: Michaelmas
  • US Credits: 5
  • ECTS Credits: 10
  • Pre-requisites: 2 years of (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering

ENGR6006: High Frequency Circuit Engineering and Communications

  • Terms Taught: Michaelmas
  • US Credits: 5
  • ECTS Credits: 10
  • Pre-requisites: 2 years of (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering.

ENGR6007: Process Dynamics and Control

  • Terms Taught: Michaelmas
  • US Credits: 5
  • ECTS Credits: 10
  • Pre-requisites: 2 years of (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering.

ENGR6008: Nuclear Monitoring and Protection

  • Terms Taught: Michaelmas
  • US Credits: 5
  • ECTS Credits: 10
  • Pre-requisites: 2 years of (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering.

ENGR6009: Dynamic Systems

  • Terms Taught: Lent/Summer
  • US Credits: 5
  • ECTS Credits: 10
  • Pre-requisites: 2 years of (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering.

ENGR6010: Power Electronics and Applications

  • Terms Taught: Lent/Summer
  • US Credits: 5
  • ECTS Credits: 10
  • Pre-requisites: 2 years of (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering.

ENGR6011: Product Design

  • Terms Taught: Lent/Summer
  • US Credits: 5
  • ECTS Credits: 10
  • Pre-requisites: 2 years of (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering.

ENGR6012: Digital Signal Processing

  • Terms Taught: Lent/Summer
  • US Credits: 5
  • ECTS Credits: 10
  • Pre-requisites: 2 years of (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering.

ENGR6013: Sustainable Process Engineering

  • Terms Taught: Lent/Summer
  • US Credits: 5
  • ECTS Credits: 10
  • Pre-requisites: 2 years of (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering.

ENGR6014: Applied Reaction Engineering

  • Terms Taught: Lent/Summer
  • US Credits: 5
  • ECTS Credits: 10
  • Pre-requisites: 2 years of (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering

ENGR6015: Nuclear Medicine

  • Terms Taught: Lent/Summer
  • US Credits: 5
  • ECTS Credits: 10
  • Pre-requisites: 2 years of (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering.

ENGR7003: Industrial Consultancy

  • Terms Taught: Full Year
  • US Credits: 5
  • ECTS Credits: 10
  • Pre-requisites: Bachelor level or equivalent in (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering

ENGR7004: Mechatronics and Control Engineering

  • Terms Taught: Michaelmas
  • US Credits: 5
  • ECTS Credits: 10
  • Pre-requisites: Bachelor level or equivalent in (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering

ENGR7005: Nuclear Fusion

  • Terms Taught: Michaelmas
  • US Credits: 5
  • ECTS Credits: 10
  • Pre-requisites: Bachelor level or equivalent in (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering

ENGR7006: Advanced Materials in Design

  • Terms Taught: Michaelmas
  • US Credits: 5
  • ECTS Credits: 10
  • Pre-requisites: Bachelor level or equivalent in (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering

ENGR7007: Electric Vehicles

  • Terms Taught: Michaelmas
  • US Credits: 5
  • ECTS Credits: 10
  • Pre-requisites: Bachelor level or equivalent in (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering

ENGR7008: Advanced Embedded Systems

  • Terms Taught: Michaelmas
  • US Credits: 5
  • ECTS Credits: 10
  • Pre-requisites: Bachelor level or equivalent in (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering

ENGR7009: Hydrogen Technologies and Fuel Cells

  • Terms Taught: Michaelmas
  • US Credits: 5
  • ECTS Credits: 10
  • Pre-requisites: Bachelor level or equivalent in (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering

ENGR7010: Electrochemical Engineering

  • Terms Taught: Michaelmas
  • US Credits: 5
  • ECTS Credits: 10
  • Pre-requisites: Bachelor level or equivalent in (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering

ENGR7011: Interfacial Phenomena and Microfluidics

  • Terms Taught: Michaelmas
  • US Credits: 5
  • ECTS Credits: 10
  • Pre-requisites: Bachelor level or equivalent in (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering

ENGR7012: Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering

  • Terms Taught: Michaelmas
  • US Credits: 5
  • ECTS Credits: 10
  • Pre-requisites: Bachelor level or equivalent in (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering

ENGR7013: Control and Machine Learning

  • Terms Taught: Lent/Summer
  • US Credits: 5
  • ECTS Credits: 10
  • Pre-requisites: Bachelor level or equivalent in (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering

ENGR7014: Advanced Nuclear Engineering

  • Terms Taught: Lent/Summer
  • US Credits: 5
  • ECTS Credits: 10
  • Pre-requisites: Bachelor level or equivalent in (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering

ENGR7015: Renewable Energy Systems

  • Terms Taught: Lent/Summer
  • US Credits: 5
  • ECTS Credits: 10
  • Pre-requisites: Bachelor level or equivalent in (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering

ENGR7016: Nuclear Fuels Engineering

  • Terms Taught: Lent/Summer
  • US Credits: 5
  • ECTS Credits: 10  
  • Pre-requisites: Bachelor level or equivalent in (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering

ENGR7017: Electrical Power Systems

  • Terms Taught: Lent/Summer
  • US Credits: 5
  • ECTS Credits: 10
  • Pre-requisites: Bachelor level or equivalent in (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering

ENGR7018: Advanced RF Engineering

  • Terms Taught: Lent/Summer
  • US Credits: 5
  • ECTS Credits: 10
  • Pre-requisites: Bachelor level or equivalent in (ChemEng/EEE/MechEng/MXEng/NuclEng), subject to agreement of School of Engineering

NATS6201: Teaching, Outreach and Public Engagement

  • Terms Taught: Lent/Summer
  • US Credits: 5 US Semester Credits 
  • ECTS Credits: 10 ECTS Credits
  • Pre-requisites: None