MSc in Advanced Mechanical Engineering

Program Overview

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MSc in Advanced Mechanical Engineering

Degree Overview

The MSc program in Mechanical Engineering builds on the knowledge, understanding, and skills acquired at the BSc level, and aims to expand the horizons of the students and enable them to become leading engineers capable of meeting the demands of modern day industry or potential researchers.

Program Objectives

The program also includes a directed research and/or design component in the form of two connected modules (MSc Thesis I and MSc Thesis II) that expose students to the modern trends and developments in the field and are intended to consolidate and strengthen their research and innovation capacities and other related skills.

Program Details

• Program length: 18 Months (Full-time), 36 Months (Part-time)
• GPA needed to earn the degree: 2.0 or higher
• Credits needed to earn the degree: 45 US credits / 90 ECTS
• Degree level: MQF Level 7

Entry Requirements

• Applicants with a background in a technological field and a bachelor’s degree in a STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) field.
• Applicants with a bachelor degree other than Mechanical Engineering may be required to take some remedial courses depending on their respective backgrounds.
• Admissions standards follow the MFHEA Guidelines for Accreditation of MQF Level 7 Courses minimum entry requirements.

Admission Requirements

• Official AUM application: to be submitted online.
• Scanned copies of qualifications and transcripts in the original language, as well as certified English translations.
• Students with an average GPA of 2.5 and above will be accepted unconditionally. Students with an average of 2.2-2.49 will be granted conditional acceptance subject to them achieving a 2.5 GPA in their first semester of study without failing any module.
• Proof of English Proficiency.

English Language Proficiency

• The English language proficiency requirement may be waived if students are a native speaker of English and they have completed their secondary education in an English medium institution in a country where English is the official language.
• AUM reserves the right to request English test results from any applicant.
• Examining Boards recognized by AUM and minimum scores required:
  • IELTS: 6.5
  • TOEFL: 79
  • PTE: 55
  • iTEP Academic Plus: 4.0
  • iTEP – EAP Institutional: 4.9

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the MSc programme, the learner will be able to:

1. Design complex thermal and mechanical systems or components.
2. Design, build, instrument, and run experiments and analyze their results.
3. Apply research methodologies and conduct research to advance and develop Mechanical Engineering know-how.
4. Use technical and theoretical know-how to pursue a successful career in Engineering.
5. Solve advanced engineering problems and analyze and resolve complicated situations.
6. Use advanced computational technologies to solve mechanical engineering problems.
7. Practice professional mechanical engineering and deal with its professional challenges and requirements.
8. Apply the notions of life-long-learning.

Learning Outcomes for Competence

Upon successful completion of the MSc programme, the learner will be able to:

1. Manage complex thermal and mechanical installations.
2. Lead teams, manage people to accomplish engineering tasks.
3. Advise on the selection of equipment and systems.
4. Optimize system performance and ensure safe and sustainable operation.
5. Think outside the box and come up with solutions to complex problems, whether technical or resource-related.
6. Communicate ideas and concepts using different media and modalities.
7. Comply with necessary standards, whether legal, environmental, or health and safety-related.

General Pedagogical Methods

The proposed MSc programme in Advanced Mechanical Engineering will use a balanced mix of teaching and learning modalities to ensure that its learning outcomes are optimally realized. These include:

• Formal lectures
• Invited lectures by industrial personalities
• Tutorials
• Supervised lab experiments
• Computer simulation applications
• Supervised hands-on workshop exercises
• Practical projects and independent research
• Industrial site visits
• Video demonstrations within formal face-to-face lectures, etc.

General Assessment Policy and Procedures

Students will demonstrate their mastery of subject matter and attainment of program objectives through a combination of assessment schemes which include:

1. Tests, quizzes, and final exams
2. Laboratory and training reports
3. Term papers
4. Academic projects
5. Practical projects
6. Case studies and directed research
7. Presentations

Graduation Requirements

In order to graduate with an MSc in Advanced Mechanical Engineering, a student must have completed all modules listed below, with a cumulative GPA of 3.0/4. Students who complete the programme with a cumulative GPA of 3.5/4 or above will graduate “with distinction”.

Course Structure Sample

Module/Unit Title	Compulsory (C) or Elective (E)	ECTS	MQF Level	Mode of Teaching	Mode of Assessment
ENR511: Research Methodology	C	6	7	Lectures, Tutorials	Projects
ENR511: Research Methodology	C	6	7	Lectures, Tutorials	Examination, Assessment
MEE512: Advanced Mechanics of Materials	C	6	7	Lectures, Tutorials	Examination, Assessment
MEE513: Contemporary Topics in Thermo-Fluids	C	6	7	Lectures, Tutorials	Examination, Assessment
MEE514: Rotating Machinery	C	6	7	Lectures, Tutorials	Examination, Assessment
ENR521: MSc Thesis I	C	6	7	Lectures, Independent Research	Presentation Report
ENR522: Engineering Seminars	C	3	7	Lectures, Independent Research	Report
MEE521: Computational Fluid Dynamics	C	6	7	Lectures, Tutorials, Computer Simulations	Simulation Reports
MEE522: Finite Element Analysis	C	6	7	Lectures, Tutorials, Computer Simulations	Simulation Reports
MEE523: Modern Engine Technologies	C	6	7	Lectures, Tutorials	Exam
MEE524: Experimental Techniques in Mechanical Engineering	C	3	7	Lectures, Lab Experiments	Exam, Lab Reports
ENR531: MSc Thesis II	C	6	7	Lectures, Independent Research	Presentation Thesis
ENR532: Operational Safety in Engineering	C	6	7	Lectures, Site Visits	Exam Assignment
ENR533: Sustainability & Engineering	C	6	7	Lectures, Tutorials, Independent Research	Exam Assignment
MEE531: HVAC	C	6	7	Lectures, Projects	Exam, Project
MEE532: Robotics & Automation	E	6	7	Lectures, Tutorials	Exam
MEE533: Mechanics of Composite Materials	E	6	7	Lectures, Tutorials	Exam

Total ECTS for Programme Completion: 90 ECTS

Post-Graduate Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

• Credits: 60 ECTS
• Level: MQF 7

Module/Unit Title	ECTS
ENR511: Research Methodology	6
MEE511: Advanced Fluid Mechanics	6
MEE512: Advanced Mechanics of Materials	6
MEE513: Contemporary Topics in Thermo-Fluids	6
MEE514: Rotating Machinery	6
ENR521: MSc Thesis I	6
ENR522: Engineering Seminars	3
MEE521: Computational Fluid Dynamics	6
MEE522: Finite Element Analysis	6
MEE523: Modern Engine Technologies	6
MEE524: Experimental Techniques in Mechanical Engineering	3

Program Outline

MSc in Advanced Mechanical Engineering at AUM Malta: Detailed Extraction

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Degree Overview:

• Objective: To build upon knowledge gained at the BSc level and expand the horizons of students to become leading engineers or researchers.
• Scope: Provides advanced knowledge and skills in design, innovation, and critical thinking, while considering social, economic, and environmental influencers.
• Duration: 18 months for full-time (face-to-face or blended) and 36 months for part-time.
• GPA required to graduate: 2.0 or higher.
• Credits required to graduate: 45 US credits / 90 ECTS.
• Degree level: MQF Level 7.
• Pass rate: 73%.

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Outline:

• Program content: Focuses on advanced studies in Mechanical Engineering, including topics like design, innovation, research, and critical thinking.
• Program structure: Includes a mix of formal lectures, tutorials, supervised lab experiments, computer simulations, and independent research.
• Course schedule: Available upon request.
• Individual modules:
• ENR511: Research Methodology
(6 ECTS): Introduces students to research methods and techniques.
• MEE512: Advanced Mechanics of Materials (6 ECTS): Covers advanced topics in mechanics of materials.
• MEE513: Contemporary Topics in Thermo-Fluids (6 ECTS): Explores current trends in thermo-fluids.
• MEE514: Rotating Machinery (6 ECTS): Studies the design and operation of rotating machinery.
• ENR521: MSc Thesis I (6 ECTS): First part of the thesis project.
• MEE521: Computational Fluid Dynamics (6 ECTS): Applies computational methods to fluid flow problems.
• MEE522: Finite Element Analysis (6 ECTS): Uses finite element analysis software for engineering problems.
• MEE523: Modern Engine Technologies (6 ECTS): Examines recent advancements in engine technology.
• MEE524: Experimental Techniques in Mechanical Engineering (3 ECTS): Focuses on experimental methods in mechanical engineering.
• ENR531: MSc Thesis II (6 ECTS): Second part of the thesis project.
• ENR532: Operational Safety in Engineering (6 ECTS): Covers safety principles and applications in engineering.
• ENR533: Sustainability & Engineering (6 ECTS): Explores sustainable practices in engineering.
• MEE531: HVACC (6 ECTS): Studies heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.
• MEE532: Robotics & Automation (6 ECTS): Introduces Robotics and Automation concepts.
(Elective)
• MEE533: Mechanics of Composite Materials
(6 ECTS): Examines the behavior of composite materials. (Elective)

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Assessment:

• Assessment methods: Include tests, quizzes, laboratory reports, term papers, projects, case studies, research, and presentations.
• Assessment constraints: No single assessment contributes more than 40% of the total score, every question aligns with learning outcomes, attendance contributes max 10%, and each learning outcome contributes at least 10%.
• Grading: A = 4.0, B+ = 3.7, B = 3.5, C+ = 3.0, C = 2.0, F = 0.
• Pass mark: 2.0/73%.

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Teaching:

• Teaching methods: Combine lectures, tutorials, hands-on experience, learner-centered approach, and interdisciplinary and intercultural team work.
• Online mode delivery: Utilizes online meeting/lecture software for real-time lectures, VLE for asynchronous learning, and technical support with ticketing system.
• Faculty: Experienced and qualified professionals in the field of Mechanical Engineering.

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Careers:

• Potential career paths: Design Engineer, Research Engineer, Project Manager, Maintenance Engineer, etc.
• Opportunities: Work in various industries like automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, energy, and more.
• Outcomes: Graduates can become technology leaders in management or engineering positions, with advanced skills and knowledge.

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Other:

• Post-graduate diploma option: Available after completing the first two semesters (60 ECTS).
• **Program accredited by the MFHEA.

• **Emphasis on communication and judgment skills development.