This module aims to enable you to:

• consolidate topics previously studied
• further develop your knowledge of mathematics
• make a successful transition to undergraduate studies in the fields of engineering and sciences

You'll learn an appropriate numerical computing software, such as MATLAB, in the module.

This module aims to build upon the knowledge acquired in Maths for Science and Engineering 1 (MSE 1), providing further knowledge of mathematics and its applications relevant to undergraduate studies in the fields of engineering and sciences. Further topics in the numerical software learned in MSE 1 will be delivered. After successful completion at the requisite level, you'll be prepared to enter year two of undergraduate study.

This module will enable you to gain essential scientific communication skills such as report writing and visual and oral presentations.

You'll also become familiar with the basic skills and health and safety guidelines required to work in a laboratory environment.

This module aims to provide thorough training in the language and related academic skills which will enable you to best achieve your academic potential at the University of Strathclyde.

During this module, you'll learn how to:

• use effective reading strategies to identify the main lines of argument in academic texts and find specific information
• record effective notes during academic activities
• develop your ability to develop an academic argument

This module equips you with the basic concepts of mechanics:

• trajectory
• velocity and acceleration
• Newton’s laws and the concepts of forces
• equations of motion
• energy
• work done
• power

These key concepts will provide a solid foundation for further study in various engineering fields.

This module prepares you for the development of mathematical applications in engineering and sciences by building upon the base acquired in Applied Mathematics 1. By introducing the basic principles and laws of classical mechanics, you'll develop skills in solving problems related to statics and dynamics.

This module provided an introduction to physics by applying the laws and principles of elementary physics to problem-solving. It also teaches fundamental concepts in classical and modern physics by application to the techniques of experimental physics, practical problems and projects.

This module aims to build on the scientific knowledge and skills acquired in Physics 1 and to provide a stimulating learning experience in basic theoretical principles and associated laboratory skills.

This module continues the study of fluid mechanics and thermodynamics. The behaviour of fluids is an important aspect in the performance of engineering systems: the underlying physics of fluid flow and its application to simple systems is presented. Thermodynamics is the science that is devoted to understanding energy in all its forms and how energy changes form; the aim of is to supply the necessary analytical tools to study these changes when applied in engineering situations, in particular for transportation and power production.

This module aims to develop the general approach to the solution of engineering problems and involves mathematical modelling, numerical methods and the application of computer software. A wide range of engineering topics is presented and includes problems in structures, dynamics, fluids and heat transfer to emphasise the general applicability of the solution processes. The integration of mathematical techniques and the use of the computer as an essential tool in the modelling, simulation and solution of problems in engineering is an important objective of the module.

The module aims to provide basic concepts of material science and engineering for mechanical design and materials selection. Topics include: the structure of solids, strength and stiffness of engineering materials, metals and alloys, strengthening mechanisms and heat treatment. The module also addresses non-metallic materials (ceramics, polymers and composites) and sustainability and environmental considerations in the selection of materials and the design of engineering systems.

The study of engineering design continues to develop understanding of the design process and effective design procedures. This module aims to cover two aspects of mechanical design. Firstly, to develop competency in mechanism design using the SOLIDWORKS software suite, including part creation, assembly and drawing creation competencies. Secondly, to develop competency in materials selection for engineering design, using the Ansys Granta EduPack. As part of this module, students undertake the Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate Exam (CSWA) for an externally recognised qualification.

This module is a continuation of the structures element of the second year module. Topics include: two-dimensional stress and strain; multi-axial elastic constitutive relations and yield criteria; general equations of elasticity leading to classic solutions for thick and thin cylindrical structures; further analysis of beams; energy methods of analysis; instability and buckling.

The first part of this module is a continuation of the dynamics element of the second year module, including principles of the kinematics of rigid bodies; equations of plane motion; angular momentum; vibration of mechanical systems with laboratory practice and demonstrations. The second part aims to introduce control theory and the modelling of linearised physical systems and design of feedback control systems.

This continuing module aims to introduce the theory and application of the two most widely used numerical methods in engineering analysis: Finite Element Analysis (Structural & stress analysis and the commercial FEA program ANSYS) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (Analysis of flow field; recirculation zones/stagnation points; boundary layers and an introduction to the commercial CFD program FLUENT).

This module builds on the students’ previous study of thermodynamics and heat transfer to cover: mixtures, psychrometry, exergy and its applications; conduction, convection and radiation in heat exchanger design. The study of the laws of conservation of mass, energy and momentum moves to a more advanced level and knowledge of fluid flow is extended to provide an appreciation of boundary layers and fluid flow in rotating machinery.

Professional engineers need to have an awareness of the impact of engineering and technology on society. This module provides this awareness through case studies presented by senior representatives from industry, and visiting academics, from a spectrum of engineering industries to cover project management, technical sales, planning and industrial relations and more traditional topics.

This module continues from the third year Engineering Analysis module, and aims to provide an appreciation of computer aided design, analysis and simulation methods over a range of engineering problems and to provide practical experience of the use of industry standard engineering simulation and analysis software to design and investigate the behaviour and performance of specific systems or components.

Students pursue an intensive research, development or design project under the supervision of a member of academic professional staff to produce a major dissertation and technical paper.  At the end of both semesters, panels of academic professional staff conduct oral examinations to assess student performance and technical competence. The supervisor assesses the work separately.

The aims of this module are twofold:

1. to develop the students' ability to apply analytical techniques to the solution of engineering problems where dynamic behaviour is important
2. to provide practical experience in designing lightweight structures to ensure that they have sufficient strength and stiffness to prevent failure, particularly by buckling, when in service

An understanding of heat, mass and momentum transfer processes is a basic requirement for practising engineers. This module aims to build upon the students' previous three year’s exposure to the basic energy transfer mechanisms of conduction, convection and radiation so that multi-dimensional, steady state and transient problems can be recognised and analysed.