Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Emirates Aviation University and Coventry University UK are offering you the chance to study towards a part-time Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering degree. The programme presents an overview of the techniques of modern mechanical engineering themes, presenting examples of use from a wide range of disciplines and industries applicable to the gulf region.

Those include : Solar Thermal Energy, Refrigeration and Air-condition, Advanced Materials and Processes, Computer Aided Engineering with Finite Element Analysis, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Engineering Analysis and Simulation, Advanced Structural Analysis and Concepts, and Stress and Dynamics. The programme is taught on a part-time basis, in five day blocks per module, held every two months. Modules are delivered by a specialist team of academics drawn from EAU’s pool of international visiting faculties flying from across the globe.

The following qualification is also available as an exit award:

• Postgraduate Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Obtain a PgDip in Mechanical Engineering by completing 8 modules of the Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering programme.

Why enrol on this programme?

The Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering will enable you to develop your understanding and analytical skills in various mechanical engineering related topics. It provides advanced postgraduate education in the theory and practice of the specialisation. It includes a broad range of mechanical engineering topics designed to suit the requirements of the region.

The programme’s general aims are:

• To develop, learn and apply new theories, concepts and methods in new and challenging situations.
• To develop extensive knowledge and understanding of a wide range of engineering materials, manufacturing processes, systems and components in unfamiliar scenarios.
• To apply mathematical and computer-based models for solving problems in untried areas and environments.
• To comprehensively understand the design processes and to generate innovative designs for products, systems, components or processes.
• To analyse and assess commercial risks, management and business practices, associated with the introduction in new situations and environments.
• To analyse developing technologies and analytical techniques related to Mechanical Engineering technology and their limitations.

Accreditation 

• The programme is accredited by the Ministry of Education – Higher Education Affairs, UAE.
• The programme is accredited by the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS), UK and meets the further learning requirement for CEng registration. Students would have the exemplifying qualifications for Chartered Engineer status as per the UK-SPEC directives.
• Students that successfully complete the programme have the option of obtaining a Coventry University certificate in addition to Emirates Aviation University award.

This degree has been accredited by the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) under licence from the UK regulator, the Engineering Council.  Accreditation is a mark of assurance that the degree meets the standards set by the Engineering Council in the UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC).  An accredited degree will provide you with some or all of the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills for eventual registration as an Incorporated (IEng) or Chartered Engineer (CEng).  Some employers recruit preferentially from accredited degrees, and an accredited degree is likely to be recognised by other countries that are signatories to international accords.

Career Prospects

A wide range of potential careers will be open to you on graduation including the opportunity to work as a mechanical engineer in energy, oil and aerospace industries. You will learn to manage the process of industrial development which is essential to assure future commercial success. Mechanical engineers are employed in all sectors of industrial operation and, in addition, their analytical and management skills are keenly sought in a wider commercial context. 

Knowledge and Understanding

On successful completion of the programme a student should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:

• KU01 New and emerging materials, manufacturing and product technologies to meet component structure design variables;
• KU02 The application and capability of the principles of engineering science to static bodies and bodies in motion within different mediums with varying boundary conditions and energy states;
• KU03 Innovative mechanical (electro-mechanical) design, control processes and methodologies;
• KU04 Analysis of static structures and dynamic components, structures and vessels;
• KU05 Management and business practices, processes and projects to promote the commercial success of an engineering enterprise.

Cognitive (thinking) Skills

On successful completion of the programme a student should be able to:

• CS01 Apply systemic engineering modelling, analysing and research skills to solve complex stress analysis, heat transfer, dynamics and fluid mechanics problems with data that might by incomplete or uncertain;
• CS02 Develop innovative designs and adapt design processes and methodologies to fulfil the requirements of current and future mechanical systems;
• CS03 Critically evaluate and optimise solutions to analytical, design and practical problems in mechanical engineering.

Practical Skills

On successful completion of the programme a student should be able to:

• PS01 Use laboratory equipment for investigative work to support product development;
• PS02 Use commercial software in the solution of engineering problems;
• PS03 Communicate graphically the design of a component or system through sketches, CAD;
• PS04 Apply engineering management and design tools in the product development cycle;
• PS05 Research information relevant to Mechanical Engineering programme topics from a variety of sources and to critically analyse ideas, arguments and points of view.

Transferable Skills

On successful completion of the programme a student should, to a professional level of competency, be able to:

• TS01 Effectively apply problem solving skills to unfamiliar and complex problems;
• TS02 Demonstrate leadership, conflict resolution, communication and work planning skills within a team;
• TS03 Apply communication and problem-solving skills and demonstrate a professional approach to written reports and oral presentations;
• TS04 Initiate and manage self-directed project work and present a portfolio of subject specific or professional skills, taking account of mechanical industrial and commercial constraints;
• TS05 Function autonomously and take responsibility for engaging in self-directed study and continuous professional development (CPD) to remain abreast of current professional and work practices.