Design Methodologies to include research for design, customer needs, production of product design specification (PDS), concept screening, testing and selection processes, FMEA, Design for X and Quality in Design.
Computer based 3D modelling - understanding parametric relationships, part modelling, assembly, drawings including tolerances.

A single portfolio of reflective research and problem solving exercises of approximately 3,000 words weighted at 100%, providing proof of achievement of all learning outcomes.

The module will run over 24 weeks (12 weeks in both Semesters 1 and 2).

Summative Assessment:
This will normally include 4 weeks for you to complete the assessments to be marked.

Formative Assessment:
Over this period, you will work through weekly self-instructional material (a mixture of text and video based materials and web resources) provided via the Blackboard VLE platform. These materials will provide a structured programme of specific activities and tasks which you will be asked to complete. This will involve reading and critically engaging with key texts, papers and other information sources. This work will mainly be undertaken on an individual basis, but at regular points throughout the module you will be expected to interact and share material, ideas and thoughts with the Module Tutors and other students studying this module.

Online Learning Activities will include a combination of the following:
Lectures/Tutorials
Practical work in Company’s facilities or Practical work in University’s Lab (if required)
Computer-based work using industry-standard packages
Group tutorials (Feedback)

Independent Learning Activities will include the following:
Independent Study
Reading and research

It is expected that you allocate a minimum of 15 hours to engage and interact with your Module Tutors and peers on the module and 135 hours on independent learning activities.

Ulrich, K.T. & Eppinger, S.D. (2016) Product Design and Development, 5th Edn., McGraw Hill

Access to the Blackboard VLE platform used for delivering the module,
Access to e-library resources provided by the University,
Access to University’s software packages such as OnShape, a 3D solid modelling system software,
Access to University laboratories if required,
Access to Company own facilities.

Module can only be studied as part of the MSc Engineering conversion course.

1. DEMONSTRATE A SYSTEMATIC UNDERSTANDING OF A DESIGN METHODOLOGY FOR PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT, FROM A DESIGN BRIEF, THROUGH RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT OF A PRODUCT DESIGN SPECIFICATION, TO SELECTION AND DEVELOPMENT OF A CONCEPT.
(Knowledge & Understanding)

2. APPLY 3D COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN TOOLS TO CREATE A SOLUTION TO AN ENGINEERING DESIGN PROBLEM AND CRITICALLY APPRAISE THE SOLUTION
(Application, Analysis, Problem Solving)

3. PRESENT DESIGNS WHICH DEMONSTRATE CLEAR UNDERSTANDING, JUSTIFICATION AND REFLECTION ON EFFECTIVENESS OF THE SOLUTION
(Communication)