Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Mechanical Manufacture
The Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Mechanical Manufacture focuses on the mechanics of advanced manufacturing processes, including mechanical design of manufacturing components, interaction between process equipment and workpieces for optimum process design and failure analysis and finite element analysis for advanced machine components. Typical areas of interest include structural mechanics, heat transfer and fluid flow, and wear and lubrication.
Graduates will be able to contribute to the competitiveness of the manufacturing sector by designing and optimising modern manufacturing processes.
What will I study on this apprenticeship standard?
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 |
|---|---|---|
| • Engineering mathematics and computing | • Further mathematics and computing for engineering | • Advanced and modern materials
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| • Electrical engineering and instrumentation | • Control and automation | • Design of composites
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| • Manufacturing processes and materials engineering | • Professional engineering and sustainable manufacturing | • Lubrication and wear |
| • Fundamentals of science for engineers | • Multidisciplinary design | • Machine element design and analysis of failure
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| • Professional development
for engineers | • Engineering mechanics for manufacture | • Finite element analysis for machines
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| • Introduction to design and CAD/CAM | • Thermodynamics and fluid mechanics for manufacture. | • Industrial project with project management. |
| • Operations management. |
Degree apprenticeship entry requirements:
You will need one of the following:
- A minimum of two A-Levels at grade B or above, including a mathematical-based subject and a science, technology, engineering or an additional mathematics-related subject
- An Engineering BTEC Level 3 with at least 120 credits at DM (Distinction Merit) level or above
- Level 4 HNC (Pass)
- Level HND (Pass)
- EAL Diploma in an engineering-based subject at distinction level
- Equivalent qualifications such as Technical Levels (T-Levels) at DM or above.
Candidates with a HND or Foundation Degree or who have completed the second year of a degree in a relevant subject can be assessed for direct entry onto the 2nd or 3rd year of the programme (BEng top-up), but 1st year entry or an alternative pathway may still be recommended.
Candidates who have not studied in the UK can submit transcripts for qualifications equivalent to level 3 which the admissions panel will review and may be taken in lieu of the specified qualifications.
Applicants are also required to successfully complete a series of assessments at the University of Sheffield’s AMRC Training Centre, as well as an employer recruitment and selection process to secure a place on an apprenticeship programme.
How do I apply?
"Definitely doing an apprenticeship is the way to go. I love learning on the job and having that one day a week at university to complete my studies. You get a real feel for what engineering is truly about, plus you get the experience."
Gabriella Spencer - Stanley Black & Decker