Mechatronics and Autonomous Systems

Awards

Target Award

Award Description:Bachelor of Engineering with Honours - BGH

Alternative Exit

Award Description:Diploma in Higher Education (SW) - SDHE

Award Learning Outcomes:Undertake advanced mathematical and computational studies of engineering systems and problems. Demonstrate the application of basic principles of Electrical circuits, Electronics, Programming, Measurement and Control and microprocessors from level 4 to the solution of standard engineering problems. Demonstrate the intermediate engineering skills. Demonstrate a clear understanding of the business context of engineering development and activities and to demonstrate a range of business skills. A student who successfully completes a placement year will be eligible for the Sandwich award and will, in addition to the above, be able to demonstrate the professional and personal skills necessary for effective employment within a professional environment.

Recruitable Target

Alternative Exit

Award Description:Certificate of Higher Education - CHE

Award Learning Outcomes:Undertake basic mathematical analysis suitable to enable the study of engineering. Apply the basic principles of Electrical circuits, Electronics, Programming, Measurement and Control, Communications and microprocessors to simplified engineering problems. Design, simulate and construct, and test simple circuits. Demonstrate key skills appropriate to the professional engineer.

Alternative Exit

Award Description:Diploma of Higher Education - DHE

Programme Offerings

Full-Time

F2F-JMU-SEP

Sandwich Year Out

F2F-JMU-SEP

Educational Aims of the Course

The BEng. programme in Mechatronics and Autonomous Systems partially fulfils the educational requirements for Chartered Engineer status. It is designed to develop a high level of technical expertise together with the emotional intelligence to be able to practice successfully as a professional engineer in a modern interdisciplinary engineering environment. New graduate engineers are increasingly expected to take on important technical leadership and management responsibilities early in their careers and the knowledge and skills gained from this programme are designed to produce graduates who are able to make an immediate contribution to their employers' organisations. The programme aims to: Provide a programme of study that develops core knowledge and understanding of engineering principles, mathematics, and computation appropriate to the field of Mechatronics and Autonomous Systems. Enable students to develop specialist knowledge, intellectual and practical skills that will enable them to analyse, investigate and develop robust solutions to Mechatronics and Autonomous Systems problems. Develop relevant study and personal skills so that students progressively take responsibility for their learning, becoming, independent learners, while receiving appropriate tutoring and support. Equip students with a range of transferable skills and attributes in the use of computers, software packages, team working, communication, time management and problem solving methodology that will enable them to undertake responsible roles in industry and commerce. Provide a degree programme that meets the accreditation requirements of AHEP-4 UK Spec and the needs of industry. Develop students to work in and manage teams, and work independently at managerial level utilising project management and technical skills. To encourage students to engage with the development of employability skills by completing a self-awareness statement. For students undertaking a placement year, the aim is to provide students with an extended period of work experience at an approved partner that will complement their programme of study at LJMU. This will give the students the opportunity to develop professional skills relevant to their programme of study, as well as attitude and behaviours necessary for employment in a diverse and changing environment.

Learning Outcomes

Maintain and extend a sound theoretical approach in enabling the introduction and exploitation of new and advancing technology.

Communicate in English about engineering topics.

Present and discuss proposals.

Demonstrate personal and social skills.

Comply with relevant codes of conduct.

Manage and apply safe systems of work.

Undertake engineering activities in a way that contributes to sustainable development.

Carry out and record CPD necessary to maintain and enhance competence in own area of practice

Exercise responsibilities in an ethical manner, considering diversity and security of data.

10.

Engage in the creative and innovative development of engineering technology and continuous improvement systems.

11.

Identify potential projects and opportunities.

12.

Conduct appropriate research, and undertake design and development of engineering solutions.

13.

Manage implementation of design solutions, and evaluate their effectiveness.

14.

Plan for effective project implementation.

15.

Plan, budget, organise, direct and control tasks, people and resources.

16.

Lead teams and develop staff to meet changing technical and managerial needs.

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Bring about continuous improvement through quality management.

Teaching, Learning and Assessment

Teaching and learning: Lectures Tutorials Laboratory work Group projects Individual projects Individual and group presentations Poster presentation Design, build and test exercises Computer programming exercises On line formative quizzes Assessment: Written examinations On line summative quizzes Group design projects and reports Individual projects and reports Poster display Laboratory logbook

Opportunities for work related learning

Students are encouraged to undertake a year long industrial placement between Level 5 and 6. There is a further opportunity to undertake summer placements between academic years to gain valuable industrial experience. This work experience will help develop understanding of the world of work environment suitable for the programme and increase a student's professional practical skills.

Programme Structure

Programme Structure Description

Students have the option to undertake a placement year. The placement year, module 5330ELE, will follow Level 5 and students will be enrolled on a 480 credit honours sandwich programme. The Level 5 mean for the final award mark will be calculated based upon the 240 credits at Level 5. Students successfully completing the assessment of the placement year are eligible for a Sandwich award. Students not undertaking a placement year are registered on the non-sandwich version of the programme and will have the opportunity of an additional study year abroad following Level 5. Students will be enrolled on a 480 credit honours with study abroad programme. Of those 480 credits, 120 will be taken via a Level 5 study abroad module 5331ELE. The modules to be studied in the host institution must be agreed in advance. The Level 5 mean for the final award mark will be calculated based upon the 240 credits at Level 5.

Structure

Level 4

Level 4 Core

Level 5

Level 5 Core

Optional placement

Level 6

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. The following criteria will apply for students at Level 5, Level 6: Where a module comprises two or more assessment elements (e.g. examination and coursework), successful completion of the module requires … For more content click the Read More button below.

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

The following criteria will apply for students at Level 5, Level 6: Where a module comprises two or more assessment elements (e.g. examination and coursework), successful completion of the module requires that a mark of at least 30% is achieved in each element. This requirement only applies to assessment elements that contribute more than 30% towards the final module mark. Variance approved on January 21st 2022 (modified July 17th 2024).

Entry Requirements

A levels

Minimum number of A Levels required: 2
Subject specific requirements: Minimum of 64 UCAS points at A2-level (or equivalent) from Maths and one of the following: Physics, Chemistry, Computing, Further Maths, Electronics or Engineering.
Is general studies acceptable? Yes
Average A Level offer: BBC
Are AS level awards acceptable? Acceptable only when combined with other qualifications
Maximum AS Level points accepted: 20

Access awards

Alternative qualifications considered

BTECs

National Certificate (RQF): Acceptable only when combined with other qualifications
National Extended Certificate: Acceptable only when combined with other qualifications
National Diploma (RQF): Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications
National Diploma subjects / grades required: D*D* if studied on its own or To the total of 112 UCAS points when combined with other qualifications. Engineering discipline required with a Distinction grade in Further Mathematics unit.
National Extended Diploma (RQF): Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications
National Extended Diploma subjects / grades required: DMM if studied on its own or To the total of 112 UCAS points when combined with other qualifications. Engineering discipline required with a Distinction grade in Further Mathematics unit.

GCSEs and equivalents

Prior to starting the programme applicants must have obtained Grade C or Grade 4 or above in English Language and Mathematics GCSE or an approved alternative qualification below:

Key Skills Level 2 in English/Maths
NVQ Level 2 Functional skills in Maths and English Writing and or Reading
Skills for Life Level 2 in Numeracy/English
Higher Diploma in Maths/English
Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths/English
Northern Ireland Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication or Application of Number
Wales Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication or Application of Number

IELTS

International Baccalaureate

Interview required

Irish awards

OCR Cambridge Technical

Technical Certificate: Acceptable only when combined with other qualifications
Technical Diploma: Acceptable on its own in a relevant subject area
Technical Extended Diploma: Acceptable on its own in a relevant subject area
Technical Foundation Diploma: Acceptable only when combined with other qualifications
Technical Introductory Diploma: Acceptable only when combined with other qualifications
Technical Subsidiary Diploma: Acceptable only when combined with other qualifications

Awards

Target Award

Alternative Exit

Recruitable Target

Alternative Exit

Alternative Exit

Programme Offerings

Full-Time

F2F-JMU-SEP

Sandwich Year Out

F2F-JMU-SEP

Educational Aims of the Course

Learning Outcomes

Teaching, Learning and Assessment

Opportunities for work related learning

Programme Structure

Programme Structure Description

Structure

Level 4

Level 5

Level 6

Approved variance from Academic Framework Regulations

Entry Requirements

A levels

Access awards

Alternative qualifications considered

BTECs

GCSEs and equivalents

IELTS

International Baccalaureate

Interview required

Irish awards

OCR Cambridge Technical

Reduced offer scheme

T levels

UCAS points

Welsh awards

Extra Entry Requirements

HECoS Code(s)

(CAH10-01) engineering