MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering Integrated Master's degree at the University of Leeds

This is an introductory module that aims to equip you with a practical set of computing skills using MATLAB and Arduino-based microcontroller systems, enabling you to solve engineering problems. Computing skills are increasingly important to engineers seeking to measure, analyse and control physical systems and are hugely valuable when you're working in industry.

Explore the engineering design of simple assemblies using an engineering methodology, including preparation of simple specifications, sketches and a solid model using a CAD system. You'll also get hands-on experience, manufacturing a simple mechanical prototype using workshop hand tools.

Discover the fundamental theories of fluid mechanics and thermodynamics, along with their practical application. The module covers fundamental concepts of fluid statics and dynamics, as well as the conservation of mass, energy and momentum, applying these to engineering problems. In thermodynamics, you'll be introduced to real/perfect gases and thermodynamic cycles.

Learn the basic engineering principles required for analysing motion and the forces that produce it. You'll also develop an understanding of the fundamental principles of structural analysis and its application to the general field of engineering. You'll be able to apply structural analysis techniques to tackle typical dynamics and structural problems and produce solutions for applications in mechanical engineering.

Develop a good understanding of engineering principles relating to structure-property relationships and how these can be controlled by various manufacturing methods including heat treatment. You'll learn how to distinguish between microstructure, crystal structure and other material aspects determined by intrinsic bonding.

This module covers the core mathematical concepts, notation and techniques – including skills in mathematical modelling and problem solving – all of which you'll need throughout your degree – and beyond.

Learn how to estimate the safety of mechanical designs from the point of view of mechanics. Therefore, a wide range of mechanics topics (i.e., direct stress in asymmetric bending, shear stress, deflection, buckling, collapse, elasticity theory and reliability analyses) will be addressed. Moreover, the mathematical techniques (e.g. solving second order differential equations using analytical methods, solving differential equations numerically and vector calculus, etc.) necessary for the mechanics

Vibration control is the management of vibration energy to improve the performance and stability of mechanical devices and structures. This module will introduce you to the nature and significance of free and forced vibrations in machines and their frequency response. The module will also cover examples of open loop and feedback control and briefly introduce digital control systems. There'll also be extensive use of practical and computer simulation of control systems.

The module includes team-based design and build activities involving the design and construction of, typically, a buggy. This can include solid mechanics and fluid mechanics principles, use of simulation, and use of controllers with sensors and actuators. A strip and rebuild of a simple mechanism such as a lock will introduce multi-objective design, and more specifically, design for assembly. Throughout the module, you'll also build transferrable skills, including the writing of reports, team wo

Explore the principles of business management, organisation and economics relevant to an engineering business enterprise.

Learn the principles of mechatronics, including basic analysis and design of circuits (digital and analogue), sensor systems, actuator systems and computer interfacing, as well as simple mechatronic and measurement systems.

This module expands your knowledge in the area of thermofluids. You'll also be introduced to new concepts in both fluid mechanics and thermodynamics. These give you a better understanding of the function of relevant engineering applications.

This project gives you the chance to choose a project area from a variety of predefined areas and carry out your own research, bringing in the concepts you've learned from the core engineering science and design modules. This is your opportunity to really utilise and develop those professional skills, including project planning, risk assessment and management. You'll also apply critical analysis and detailed research, alongside building your communication skills.

This module will introduce you to key concepts of Additive Manufacturing and demonstrate different techniques commercially available. You'll also cover the latest developments in this rapidly evolving field, including elements of research-led teaching. The course will also cover Additive Manufacturing for use in production development, rapid tooling and Reverse Engineering (RE) with case examples from a range of industrial sectors including automotive, medical and electronics. You'll learn throu

In this module, you'll develop the theoretical and practical knowledge needed to perform Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis of fluids problems and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) of structural problems, using commercial software packages used in industry. Lecture sessions will cover the underpinning theory and quality control processes, while the computer-based practical sessions will establish software skills for the development, solution and interpretation of computational models includ

Throughout this module, you'll design a medical device that is directly informed by local hospitals and addresses a real clinical need. You'll come up with your own solution, developing user needs, an Engineering Design Specification and a subsequent Conceptual design. This will be complemented by lectures in medical engineering science and medical regulations from internal staff and external consultants. You'll then develop the device from concept to prototype. The clinical problems change annu

The primary aim of the module is to prepare you for an advanced understanding and system perspective of vehicle propulsion systems and processes, and their application within industry. As such, this module provides a thorough but broad technology grounding in modern propulsion systems, e.g. advanced combustion engines, hybrid propulsion and electric vehicles including battery, fuel cell and ultra-capacitor.

Gain the technical skills in the design and construction of robotic devices, programming of robotic controllers, as well as developing an understanding of their limitations. The module will also provide an introduction to Machine (or Artificial) Intelligence (where systems emulate the human mind to learn, solve problems and make decisions on their own – without needing the instructions specifically programmed), with applications in robotics such as route planning and obstacle avoidance. The modu

Develop an understanding in the principles of vehicle modelling, tyre behaviour and tyre-ground forces. You'll also critically address the acceleration behaviour of a road vehicle, braking system characteristics and vehicle handling behaviour relating to the vehicle design process.

Build on the foundations in thermodynamics and fluid mechanics learned in previous years, covering more advanced concepts and applications. You'll investigate the effects of the major operating parameters controlling the performances of various energy-converting engines that include all the principal, combustion-powered, gas and steam power plants. You'll also analyse refrigeration and vapour compression systems. Fluid mechanics will be extended to include high speed fluid mechanics and compress

This exciting group project is supervised by a member of staff – and mentored by a collaborator from industry. The projects are set up to emulate professional practices meaning you'll be required to develop a tender or business plan with industrial mentors acting as customers. This is a great opportunity to get a taste of what it'll be like working in industry as a professional engineer in the context of enterprise, business and management.

Gain a comprehensive knowledge of electric and hybrid vehicle technologies, including aspects of energy storage, driveline, transmission, powertrain, clutches, differential and brakes.

This module takes a detailed approach to the design, construction and operation of a road vehicle except for the motive power unit and transmission. Included in this definition are therefore the body structure and materials, suspension and steering systems, occupant safety and ergonomics and vehicle refinement i.e. lack of noise, vibration & harshness (NVH)