Awards

Target Award

Award Description:Master of Engineering - MG
Alternative Exit
Alternative Exit
Alternative Exit
Alternative Exit

Accreditation

Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE)

Programme Offerings

Part-Time

F2F-JMU-SEP

Educational Aims of the Course

The overall aim of the programme is to develop knowledge, understanding and intellectual and practical skills appropriate to a variety of roles within the Building Services Engineering sector. The intention is to provide a stimulating and challenging programme of study that accurately reflects the activities in the Building Services Engineering industry and prepares students for effective, productive and responsible employment in the sector. The programme will offer the appropriate type and level of support as students build their knowledge, understanding and skills to become independent learners for the future. Since the programme has a bias towards providing students with engineering skills and knowledge and the design of engineering services systems for buildings, it is suited to those employed in or seeking employment in the design and consultancy arm of the Building Services Engineering industry. To facilitate study for employed students the programme is offered in part-time attendance mode. Students studying part-time whilst employed in the industry, will develop, in addition to those skills they acquire as part of the main programme, a range of skills and knowledge suitable for continued employment in the Building Services Engineering industry and higher levels of responsibility. The specific aims of the programme are to provide: 1. A programme of study in Building Services Engineering which facilitates acquisition of the essential skills and knowledge of the subject supported by industry. 2. The appropriate learning experiences to enable students to develop their skills and attitudes as independent researchers and innovative problem solvers to the fullest potential in the Building Services Engineering Sector. 3. An awareness of existing and future issues in the construction and property industry and how they are likely to impinge on the role and function of the Building Services Engineer. 4. Opportunities for development of the student's interpersonal and communication skills, with special reference to aspects of Engineering, Technology, Design and Management. 5. Opportunities for development of the student's professional attitude commensurate with that of the practicing Building Services professional and to permit them to specialise in selected areas of Building Services Engineering. 6. Raised awareness of the responsibilities of the Building Services professional in relation to sustainability, energy efficiency and environmental issues within the built environment. 7. To ensure that successful graduates will have the potential to contribute to significant advances in engineering and technological issues associated with their chosen industry. 8. To provide students with appropriate learning experiences to enable them to develop their skills and attitudes as independent researchers and innovative and creative problem solvers to the fullest possible potential in the Building Services Engineering sector. 9. To prepare students for the transition from Higher Education to employment within a professional context; and develop those transferable, specialist and employability skills that all stakeholders could reasonably expect of students who successfully complete a Building Services Engineering programme. 10. To encourage students to engage with the development of employability skills by completing a self-awareness statement.

Teaching, Learning and Assessment

The programme will be delivered using a mixture of lectures, tutorials, workshops, laboratory practical classes and design studio sessions. All aspects of the programme will seek to develop vocationally relevant skills and knowledge. Assessment will be carried out using a mixture of examinations and coursework; specifically assessments could consist of formal unseen examinations, in-class open book tests, online multiple choice tests, technical and/or research based written reports, and simulated design projects.

Opportunities for work related learning

The part-time course is designed specifically for students in employment in the Building Services industry. The modules and assessments have been carefully planned to mimic real projects that the student would encounter in the workplace. Work related learning is included within the programme, so students will have the opportunity to engage in real work projects and activities. In doing so, students will be able to apply their knowledge and employability skills in a 'world of work' context. Having experience of the workplace and current issues is incredibly valuable in developing career aims and when applying for future employment. Work-related learning may take different forms, the most common being: work placements, internships, simulations of workplace activity and employer-driven case studies. As part time students, the application of their work experience is expected to be applied in differing work contexts through simulations and scenario based assessments. The programme has active links with industry and involves employers in the projects modules at each level of the programme. Real world case studies are used wherever possible.

Programme Structure

Programme Structure Description

The programme is offered in part-time attendance mode. Entry to the programme is normally at level 4 for suitably qualified candidates, but entry may be offered to applicants at other levels dependent upon the applicant's prior qualifications (see "Admission" below). The part-time delivery pattern is typically as follows: Year 1 … For more content click the Read More button below.

Structure

Approved variance from Academic Framework Regulations

In accordance with Engineering Council requirements, a maximum of 30 credits on this programme can be awarded by compensation.

Entry Requirements

A levels
Alternative qualifications considered
BTECs
International Baccalaureate
NVQ
Other international requirements

HECoS Code(s)

(CAH13-01) architecture, building and planning