The module explores the stages of a products development from initial concept and customer requirement, through design, manufacture, installation and design maintenance.

Topics covered include:

Customer specifications
Relevant industry standards affecting quality requirements
Commercial awareness and importance of contracts
Design process
Transition from design to manufacture
Installation, commissioning and after sales service
Quality systems and continuous improvement

For apprentices enrolled on an Engineering degree apprenticeship this module supports the development of relevant knowledge, skills and behaviours.

The learning strategy for this module will include introductory lectures followed by a period of work based learning to develop the knowledge necessary to complete the assessments. During the work based learning period support will be provided by regular on line one to one meetings with the module tutor.

Access to internet to view reference texts and other relevant information.
Access to company information on company structure and quality system.

‘Project Success and Quality: Balancing the Iron Triangle’ A J Wright and T F Lawlor-Wright, Taylor and Francis, 2019.

1. Analyse the product design and new product development process in an organisation and how this is controlled by the quality system. (AHEP 3: D1, EL2, EL4, P5, P7)

2. Reflect on work experience where knowledge of the organisation and systems has been gained. (AHEP 3: EL2)

A written 3000 word report identifying the departments within the company and explaining their role in the product design cycle and the function of the company quality system. Weighted at 100% of the overall module mark and addressing learning outcomes 1 and 2. Meeting AHEP 3 Outcomes D1, EL2, EL4, P5, P7.