Mechanical Engineering BEng (Hons)

 *Course is subject to validation and change*

First year

• Engineering Maths 1
• Mechanical Principles - Statics
• Materials Engineering
• Electrical and Electronics Engineering
• Engineering Maths 2
• Mechanical Principles - Dynamics
• Design and Manufacture
• Programming

Second year

• Fluid Mechanics
• Materials Processing
• Instrumentation and Control
• Engineering Mathematics 3
• Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer
• Product Design Analysis
• Project Management
• Design of Machine Elements

Third year

• Individual Project
• Power and Energy
• Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT)
• Fracture Mechanics
• Finite Element Analysis and Design
• Advanced Materials (optional)
• Sustainable Manufacturing (optional)
• Advanced Power Systems and Green Technologies (optional)
• Turbomachinery (optional)

Mechanical Engineering is taught by knowledgeable and experienced staff giving you the opportunity to gain a sound understanding of the engineering principles along with the personal skills that will enable you to study successfully and embark on a rewarding career.

A variety of techniques are used throughout the Mechanical Engineering course with an emphasis on lectures, supporting tutorials and laboratory classes.

Student-centred learning takes place through the research and presentation of findings, report writing, individual and group assignments and practical work-based exercises for the development of skills and understanding. 

You will be exposed to industry-standard 3D design and FEA Analysis software and have access to computer and experimental laboratory facilities throughout the course.

You will normally attend around 12–16 hours of timetabled taught sessions each week, and are expected to undertake around 20 further hours of directed independent study and assignments as required.

You can improve your CV, become highly employable and put the skills you learn on your course into practice by taking a work placement as part of your studies.

Technology's dedicated Placement Team provides support to all of our students looking to integrate a placement within their university career on both undergraduate degrees and postgraduate masters programmes. The placement unit will help you search for placement opportunities, create and refine your CV and interview approach, and offer any advice you need to find a great placement.

In the past, our students have undertaken work experience placements at companies such as Cummins Generators, Network Rail and Caterpillar.

Placements can enhance your career prospects and give you the chance to use theory from the classroom in a real-world scenario before you have graduated.

There is also the opportunity to join the DMU Racing team, where students are challenged to design and build a single-seat racing car, which is then tested in a competitive environment at the famous Silverstone Circuit.

While studying you also have the opportunity to apply your knowledge of engineering and project management to propose a design solution for a real problem in a developing country based on the Engineering without Borders (EwB) Challenge. This can help you to become more socially and environmentally aware, teach you to manage stakeholders’ expectations throughout the project and to integrate Sustainable Development in the design process. This will be of benefit because employers are increasingly looking for “well rounded” engineers who understand sustainability and are keen to take on complex global challenges, with practical experience helping you stand out from the crowd.