Mechanical Engineering – B.Eng/B.Eng (Hons)

Qualification: B.Eng (Bachelor of Engineering Related Subjects: Mechanical Engineering
Awarding Body: The University of Sheffield (UK) Professional Accreditation: Institution of Mechanical Engineers (UK)
Duration: 4 years Campus: Bangkok(Thailand), Sheffield(UK)

Course description

Pass-Through Requirements

Modules

     Note: All modules specified with * are pass-through modules which should be completed with Grade B.

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    Foundation Modules

  • Mathematics I*
    Algebra: complex numbers; vectors; linear equations; matrices; vector geometry.
    Calculus: sets; inequalities; functions; limits; properties of continuous functions; differentiable functions; the mean value theorem and applications; inverse functions; curve sketching; integration; integration techniques; applications of integration; logarithms and exponentials; hyperbolic functions.
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  • Physics I
    Base units; fundamental of vectors; one dimensional motion; constant acceleration; motion in plane; forces; torque; equilibrium; Newton’s laws of motions; work, energies; conservation’s law of energies; momentum; conservation’s law of momentum; rotational motion; conservation’s law of angular momentum; oscillation; waves’ motion; mechanical properties of matter; heat and laws of thermodynamics.
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  • Physics II
    Electrostatic; Coulomb’s law; Gauss’s laws; Biot & Savart’s law; Ampere’s law; Ohm’s law; basic DC circuits; Faraday’s law; Maxwell’s law; alternating current; basic electronics; light and modern physics.
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  • Chemistry
    c Atomic structure; quantum theory and the electron structure of atoms; chemical bonding; chemical reactions; mass relationships; intermolecular forces; the gaseous state; chemical kinetics; chemical equilibrium; acids and bases; thermochemistry; thermodynamics; electrochemistry; nuclear chemistry; organic chemistry.
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  • Physics Laboratory I
    The experimental topics are as follows: the precision of measurement, Newton’s mechanics, centripetal force, truss, moment of inertia, heat, acceleration due to gravity force, Young’s modulus, simple harmonic motion, and conservation of linear momentum.
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  • Physics Laboratory II
    The experimental topics are as follows: speed of light and speed of sound, h and e/m measurement, resonance, charge and capacitor, magnetic field, diffraction and interference of light, spectrum of light, light, terminal velocity, and measurement of electricity.
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  • Chemistry Laboratory
    The experimental topics are as follows: heat of reactions, rate of reactions, titration, electrochemistry, galvanic cells, chemical equilibrium, acid-base indicators, displacement reactions, paper chromatography, and semi-micro qualitative analysis.
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    Common Modules

  • English Reading and Listening Skills
    This course incorporates both reading and listening skills in each unit.

    Activities are stimulating and motivating for students. Systematic vocabulary syllabus as well as comprehensive reading and speaking are incorporated.

    Students’ understanding of English is widened, and their ability to use the language for communicative purposes is extended.
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  • English Speaking and Writing Skills
    This course incorporates both speaking and writing skills in each unit with in-depth treatment of grammar.
    Students’ understanding of English is widened, and their ability to use the language for communicative purposes is extended as accuracy, fluency and correct pronunciation are incorporated.
    Report writing and oral presentation tasks are also provided.
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  • Introduction to Computer Programming
    Fundamental programming concepts: programming paradigms, C programming and compiler; Programming style: top-down design, program design and organization concepts; Program testing and debugging; Memory representation of data; Systematic problem solving, program documentation and maintenance.
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  • Basic Tool Skills Practice
    Basic tool skills: filing, basic machine tool, sheet metal working, welding, basic measuring devices, basic electrical work, and workpiece measuring; safety in workshop; introduction to basic engineering practice e.g. discipline, patience, responsibility, and teamwork.
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  • General Science
    Principles in physical and biological science; basic concepts in biology, chemistry, physics and environmental science, effects of science and on technology human and society; Applied science; Modern science and technologies.
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    Preliminary Modules

  • Mathematics II*
    Ordinary Differential Equations. Linear Algebra: linear equationsand matrices; vector spaces; linear transformations; Gram-Schmidt; least squares; QR factorisation; determinants; eigenvalues; eigenvectors and diagonalisation; symmetric and Hermitian matrices; Jordan forms; matrix exponentials; systems of ordinary differential equations.
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  • Engineering Materials*
    Importance and application of engineering materials such as metals, plastics, polymers, semiconductor, concrete, cement, asphalt and wood etc; phase diagrams and meaning; properties testing of engineering materials and meaning; study of microstructure and macrostructure relating with property of material; degradation of materials; production processes and applications of engineering materials in engineering work.
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  • Engineering Mechanics I*
    Force systems, resultant force, moments; resultant moment; equilibrium of particle and rigid body in 2 and 3 dimensions; basic structural analysis, truss, frame and machine; friction; center of gravity; moment of inertia of area and mass; virtual work; stability of structure.
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  • Basic Engineering Drawing*
    Standard drawing practices: lettering, hand-sketching, orthographic drawings and pictorial drawings, orthographic projection, auxiliary views and developments, section views, and assembly drawings; dimensioning and tolerancing; basic computer-aided drawing.
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  • Engineering Design
    Design composition; evolution and history of design; different facets of design; problem solving and problem formulation; design process: concept design, detail design, analysis and manufacturing; reverse engineering; impact on environment and society; hands-on assignments to enhance the learning outcome; written and oral presentation skills.
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Further Information

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