MSc in Advanced Mechanical Engineering

Program Overview

The MSc in Advanced Mechanical Engineering at AUM Malta is a 18-month full-time or 36-month part-time program that builds upon undergraduate knowledge and expands horizons in design, innovation, and critical thinking. It offers advanced studies in mechanical engineering, including research, computational methods, and experimental techniques. Graduates can pursue careers as design engineers, research engineers, project managers, and more, in industries such as automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing.

Program Outline

MSc in Advanced Mechanical Engineering at AUM Malta: Detailed Extraction

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%.

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)

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%.

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.

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.

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.