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Advanced Mechanical Engineering with Power Plant Technologies at University of Strathclyde - UCAS

University of Strathclyde

Degree level: Postgraduate

Advanced Mechanical Engineering with Power Plant Technologies (Taught)

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Course summary

The courses is aimed at students who want to study advanced topics in mechanical engineering with a focus on power plant technologies. It provides mechanical engineering graduates with an in-depth technical understanding of advanced mechanical engineering topics relevant to the power generation industry. You’ll also develop generic skills that allow you to contribute effectively in developing company capabilities. The course helps to make you more employable and also satisfies the further learning requirements necessary to obtain Chartered Engineer status.

Modules

Compulsory classes: Electrical power systems; gas and steam turbines; boiler thermal hydraulics. Optional classes: Engineering composites; pressurised systems; aerodynamic performance; aerodynamic propulsion systems; machinery diagnosis and condition monitoring; spaceflight mechanics; advanced topics in fluid systems engineering; materials for high temperature applications; energy and resources and policy; energy modelling and monitoring; industrial metallurgy. All MSc students will do an Individual Project. Generic modules: Design management; project management; risk management; financial engineering; sustainability; environmental impact assessment;

Assessment method

Assessment is by written assignments, exams and the individual project.


How to apply

International applicants

This course has a subject classification which requires students whose nationality is outside the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland to have an ATAS certificate, irrespective of country of residence at the point of application.

Further information can be found on the UK Government's website: www.gov.uk/academic-technology-approval-scheme

Entry requirements

Normally a first or second-class Honours degree, or overseas equivalent, in engineering or physical sciences, or equivalent professional qualification.


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.

Sponsorship information

https://www.strath.ac.uk/studywithus/scholarships/

Advanced Mechanical Engineering with Power Plant Technologies at University of Strathclyde - UCAS