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Programme code | 4AERO008R |
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Programme type | Postgraduate Research Degree |
Programme director(s) |
Ivana Partridge
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Faculty | Faculty of Engineering |
School/department | School of Civil, Aerospace and Design Engineering |
Teaching institution | University of Bristol |
Awarding institution | University of Bristol |
Mode of study | Full Time |
Programme length | 4 years (full time) |
The EngD programme aims to provide the UK composites manufacturing industry with Research Engineers (REs) equipped with the necessary advanced technical and leadership skills required for effective adoption of new knowledge and technologies in composites manufacture. This will provide a step change in the commercial attractiveness of polymer matrix composites, especially in critically loaded engineering structures.
The theme area is manufacturing of engineering composites structures, specifically those which comprise continuous high performance fibres held together with a polymeric matrix. The relevant industry areas include aerospace, automotive, marine, wind energy and construction.
The IDC is firmly embedded within the Future Composites Manufacturing Hub, and is run in collaboration with Cranfield University, Imperial College London, the University of Manchester, the University of Nottingham and the University of Southampton. The taught component is managed and delivered by the University of Bristol, while REs register with the University which their academic project supervisor is based at.
The taught component of the programme, which consists of a series of 10 credit point units, is delivered in separate one week modules and are held at the National Composites Centre in Bristol and the University of Bristol, with the Business Skills units taking place at the University of Bath. Units are taken in a preferred order, as indicated below, however, should this not be possible due to timetabling restrictions or other commitments, it should have no detrimental effect on the progression of the RE. Existing knowledge and skills of REs joining the programme will also be taken into account and may result in REs not having to complete all units.
Unit 1: AENGM0015 Constituents of composites Unit 2: AENGM0016 Manufacturing of composite structures Unit 3: AENGM0031 Laminate analysis and modelling Unit 4: AENGM0018 CAD for composites design and manufacture Unit 5: AENGMN0014 Mechanical performance of composites Unit 6: AENGM0019 Process modelling and control in composites manufacture Unit 7: AENGM0024 Design for manufacture of composites Unit 8: AENGM0022 Technology strategy and organisation (University of Bath unit MN50420) Unit 9: AENGM0023 Commercialisation of new technology (University of Bath unit MN50416) Unit 10: AENGM0020 Composites Manufacturing Study Tour
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes | Learning and Teaching Methods |
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Lectures, practical demonstrations, case studies, tutorial exercises. Computer based practical exercises. Supported self-learning. Specialist seminars. |
Methods of Assessment | |
Written assignments on each individual technical module, tailored (where appropriate) to fit relevance to the sponsor company. |
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes | Learning and Teaching Methods |
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Lectures, practical demonstrations, case studies, tutorial exercises. Computer based practical exercises. Supported self-learning. Specialist seminars. |
Methods of Assessment | |
Written assignments on each individual technical module, tailored (where appropriate) to fit relevance to the sponsor company. Demonstration of creativity and innovation in problem solving will be made an explicit requirement of individual pieces of coursework. |
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes | Learning and Teaching Methods |
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Guided reading, lectures, seminars, workshops and Master classes. Presentations and practical activities, VLE learning and group support. |
Methods of Assessment | |
Written coursework, reflective learning logs, team exercises and presentations, peer review, dissertation. |
Statement of expectations from the students at each level of the programme as it/they develop year on year.
Level M/7 - Postgraduate Masters |
Exit routes in cases of non-completion or inadequate research progress will be governed by the particular host HEI. It is expected that the satisfactory completion of the compulsory taught element and an M-level research project would result in the award of an M-level degree (exit award). For REs registered with the University of Bristol, the satisfactory completion of 100 credit points in taught units and an 80 credit point research project would result in the award of an MRes in Composites Manufacture. |
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Level D/8 - Doctoral |
Expected level of study throughout programme. |
The intended learning outcome mapping document shows which mandatory units contribute towards each programme intended learning outcome.
For information on the admissions requirements for this programme please see details in the postgraduate prospectus at http://www.bristol.ac.uk/prospectus/postgraduate/ or contact the relevant academic department.
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Please contact Jo Brooks (jo.brooks@bristol.ac.uk; ext 15315) for any further information needed.
The maximum period of study for full-time students is 4 years. This catalogue only shows the taught units on the programme and may not show all years of study.
Students enter on to the EngD and take a number of units from the list below (the exact number to be agreed).
Unit Name | Unit Code | Credit Points | Status | |
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All taught units are mandatory but students may undertake these in different years of study. | ||||
Constituents of composites | AENGM0015 | 10 | Optional | AYEAR |
Manufacturing of composite structures | AENGM0016 | 10 | Optional | AYEAR |
Laminate analysis, modelling and design of composites | AENGM0031 | 10 | Optional | AYEAR |
CAD for composites design and manufacture | AENGM0018 | 10 | Optional | AYEAR |
Mechanical performance of composites | AENGM0014 | 10 | Optional | AYEAR |
Process modelling and control in composites manufacture | AENGM0019 | 10 | Optional | AYEAR |
Design for manufacture of composites | AENGM0024 | 10 | Optional | AYEAR |
Technology Strategy and Organisation | AENGM0064 | 10 | Optional | TB-2 |
Commercialisation of new technology (University of Bath unit MN50416) | AENGM0023 | 10 | Optional | AYEAR |
Composites Manufacturing Study Tour | AENGM0020 | 10 | Optional | AYEAR |
Students who wish to exit the programme with an MSc and not continue to undertake the EngD research should choose: | ||||
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Unit Name | Unit Code | Credit Points | Status | |
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All taught units are mandatory but students may undertake these in different years of study. | ||||
Constituents of composites | AENGM0015 | 10 | Optional | AYEAR |
Manufacturing of composite structures | AENGM0016 | 10 | Optional | AYEAR |
Laminate analysis, modelling and design of composites | AENGM0031 | 10 | Optional | AYEAR |
CAD for composites design and manufacture | AENGM0018 | 10 | Optional | AYEAR |
Mechanical performance of composites | AENGM0014 | 10 | Optional | AYEAR |
Process modelling and control in composites manufacture | AENGM0019 | 10 | Optional | AYEAR |
Design for manufacture of composites | AENGM0024 | 10 | Optional | AYEAR |
Commercialisation of new technology (University of Bath unit MN50416) | AENGM0023 | 10 | Optional | AYEAR |
Composites Manufacturing Study Tour | AENGM0020 | 10 | Optional | AYEAR |
Students who wish to exit the programme with an MSc and not continue to undertake the EngD research should choose: | ||||
180 |
Unit Name | Unit Code | Credit Points | Status | |
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All taught units are mandatory but students may undertake these in different years of study. | ||||
Technology Transfer in Practice | AENGM0083 | 20 | Mandatory | TB-4 |
Students who wish to exit the programme with an MSc and not continue to undertake the EngD research should choose: | ||||
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Unit Name | Unit Code | Credit Points | Status | |
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Students would normally be expected to complete all mandatory units in years 1-3 | ||||
All taught units are mandatory but students may undertake these in different years of study. | ||||
Technology Transfer in Practice | AENGM0083 | 20 | Mandatory | TB-4 |
Students who wish to exit the programme with an MSc and not continue to undertake the EngD research should choose: | ||||
180 |
The assessment of the taught component of a doctoral degree is governed by the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes and is assessed separately from the research project. Progression to the research project may be dependent on the successful completion of the taught component - please refer to the relevant handbook for the structure of the particular programme.
The pass mark set by the University for any level 7(M) unit is 50 out of 100.
It may be possible to exit the programme with a taught award. For detailed rules on progression please see the Regulations and Code of Practice for Research Programmes and the relevant faculty handbook.
Students may exit with a Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma or MRes on successful completion of the required number of credit points.
Please note: This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided.
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