Design & Prototyping Projects 2

Overview

Application of a structured product design process through a series Design-Build-Test (DBT) projects . Projects will normally be carried out in groups of no fewer than 3 students. The themes of the projects will vary to give a breadth of experience. Typically one project will be of and engineering design optimization nature using some form of software (CAE) analysis. One project will normally have a more open design brief and provide scope for developing creative and innovative solutions.

Learning Objectives

Apply knowledge of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles to the solution of complex problems. Some of the knowledge will be at the forefront of the particular subject of study.

Formulate and analyse complex problems to reach substantiated conclusions. This will involve evaluating available data using first principles of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles, and using engineering judgment to work with information that may be uncertain or incomplete, discussing the limitations of the techniques employed.

Select and apply appropriate computational and analytical techniques to model complex problems, discussing the limitations of the techniques employed.

Select and evaluate technical literature and other sources of information to address complex problems.

Design solutions for complex problems that evidence some originality and meet a combination of societal, user, business and customer needs as appropriate. This will involve consideration of applicable health & safety, diversity, inclusion, cultural, societal, environmental and commercial matters, codes of practice and industry standards.

Use practical laboratory and workshop skills to investigate complex problems.

Select and apply appropriate materials, equipment, engineering technologies and processes, recognising their limitations.

Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader of a team. Evaluate effectiveness of own and team performance.

Communicate effectively on complex engineering matters with technical and non-technical audiences, evaluating the effectiveness of the methods used.

Skills

Apply their skills in problem solving, communication, information retrieval, working with others and the effective use of general IT facilities.

Plan and carry out a personal programmes of work, adjusting where appropriate.

Exercise initiative and personal responsibility, which may be as a team member or leader.

Assessment

None.