This module will focus on recent developments in electrical automotive engineering

Module content will be derived from tends seen in industry and academia, and will include input from the University’s Research and Enterprise activities, and LEONI Wiring Systems business activities, and will typically include:

Advances in automotive engineering; automotive wiring and harness design; electrical power generation, distribution, and storage; energy harvesting; organic solar cells; power electronics; electrical rotating machines; automotive hybrid technology; and renewable energy

The module will incorporate practical experimental research, along with independent student centred research into a new/developing area, leading to the writing of a review paper suitable for presentation and publication at a suitable technical conference.

100% Portfolio of Evidence – 2 components
Review Paper (1500 words) – LO3 and LO4 (50%)
Assignment (1500 words) – LO1 and LO2 (50%) – Final Assessment

1.25 hours lecture/tutorial for 6 weeks, minimum of 15 minutes distance learning contact with a supervisor per week for 6 weeks.

Kumar, R. (2014) Research Methodology: a step-by-step guide for beginners, ISBN 9781446269978

Creswell, J.W. (2014) Research Design: qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods approaches, ISBN 9781452226101

Engineering Laboratories

Students must be enrolled on BEng(Hons) Electrical Automotive Engineering and Distribution Systems

1. Demonstrate a systematic understanding of new developments in electrical automotive engineering.
(LEARNING, KNOWLEDGE & UNDERSTANDING)

2. Analyse and critically evaluate new and emerging engineering technologies.
(ANALYSIS)

3. Research into recent advances in electrical automotive engineering techniques and technologies.
(ENQUIRY, TEAM WORKING, APPLICATION)

4. Communicate and reflect on research findings.
(COMMUNICATION, REFLECTION)