100% coursework assessing learning outcomes 1 to 5 through a portfolio of separate written reports, each approximately 600 words

The Engineering Application module provides students with the opportunity try a short taster project based on some of the modules that would be studied on a full undergraduate degree. It enables them to use and develop their specific technology skills, knowledge and experiences with project based on real word engineering problems.
Students will get the opportunity to work on different areas to enable them to focus on a future engineering path. (Electrical/ Mechanical/ Aeronautical/ Automotive/ Mechatronic)

- Students will be expected to evaluate, analyse and reflect on their self-development and the decisions made during the course of the module.

- Each of the projects will be at an intellectual depth appropriate to a Foundation Year, where the literature survey shows breadth as well as variety of sources to include internet, journals and books on a chosen subject.

- Students will be expected to reflect on their own experiences during each of the mini projects.

A variety of learning strategies will be employed, including lectures, tutorial sessions and practical sessions. Lecture material will demonstrate and explain fundamental engineering concepts and techniques.
The tutorials and practical sessions will give students the opportunity to attempt experiments and exercises which will reinforce the lecture material and provide an opportunity to practice the techniques. Students will also be expected to attempt further exercises in their own time.
Students will undertake 5 mini projects over the course of the module and select any 4 for their portfolio.

Introductory lectures as required and weekly lab/tutorial sessions

Mechanical Lab
Electrical Lab
Automotive Lab

Student must be registered on the Foundation Year/Award in Engineering.

As appropriate to the work undertaken. Some possible texts include;

Smarter Student's Study Guide: Skills and Strategies for Success at University, Kathleen McMillan and Jonathan Weyers, 2006, Pearson Education Ltd, ISBN-10: 0273695320
Foundation Engineering Handbook, Robert Day, 2010, 2nd Edition, McGraw-Hill, ISBN-10: 0071740090
Electrical & Electronic Technology, E Hughes, 2008, Pearson, ISBN: 978 0 13 206011 0
Electronic Fundamentals, TL Floyd, 2013, Prentice Hall, ISBN: 13 978 1 292 02568 1
Fundamentals of Motor Vehicle Technology, A. Hillier, 2012, Nelson Thornes, ISBN 978 1 4085 1518 1
Vehicle and Engine Technology by H Heisler, Elsevier Limited, 1998, IISBN 0340691867
Aerodynamics, Engines and Systems by David Robson, Pub Crowood Press 2001, ISBN 184037330X