Course summary

If you want to work at the cutting-edge of mechanical engineering, so that you are able to turn ideas into real systems, then this course is for you. This course is designed for students with a strong interest in developing smart mechanical systems. Drawing on our established expertise in Mechatronics, Robotics, Materials and Instrumentation, the course will produce engineers with a solid knowledge of mechanical systems, control, design and the interplay of these disciplines. Engineering has become a hi-tech discipline requiring integrated expertise across subject areas. For instance, a robot or an autonomous vehicle requires a mechanical platform with sophisticated drive mechanics and control. Employers increasingly require engineers to solve problems using innovative design approaches while improving efficiency and productivity. Therefore, this course teaches mechanical engineering with a strong emphasis on design and smart technologies. To achieve this, you will carry out hands-on projects combining your mechanical designs with control systems under the supervision of specialist academics. Why study Mechanical Engineering at Kent:

• We have undertaken a £3 million redevelopment and modernisation of the Jennison Engineering and Design Hub

• Our excellent facilities include a mechanical workshop, 120 seat laboratory, material testing, 3D printing and CNC, robotic kits, and a dedicated makerspace

• We have strong links with the Royal Academy of Engineering and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)

• You can join our student led societies: TinkerSoc / Kent Engineering Society

• Course modules provide a solid grounding in mechanics, materials, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, mechatronics, robotics, control, instrumentation, mathematics, electronics, and programming

• You will also benefit from the employability and career development activities offered across our degrees; these activities are informed by industrial interaction and include placement opportunities.

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