Study a unique course focused on the techniques used to analyse engineering systems. Develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a professional engineer. Understand and apply manufacturing and management techniques.
Overview
Our new BEng Engineering Technologies course will introduce students to a range of engineering systems and concepts. It has been carefully constructed to prepare graduates to work effectively in the modern world of engineering and gain a deeper understanding of this fascinating discipline.
Those who study the course will be introduced to a selection of analytical and management techniques, and the tools to apply these techniques in accordance with the recognised ethical requirements expected of, and by, professional engineers.
Topics of study include; sustainable engineering, smart factories, manufacturing systems design and digital technologies.
Course structure
Teaching methods include seminars, tutorials, groupwork and interdisciplinary groupwork teaming up with mechanical and electrical students.
Students will be assessed in a variety of ways, including online assessment, coursework, group work and laboratory demonstrations. There are no examinations as part of this course.
Facilities
You will be based at the David Goldman Technology Centre. Our specialist labs include:
• Product Development Lab
• Electronics Lab
• Automation Lab
• Project Lab
• Material Characterisation Lab
• Formulation Lab
• Thermofluids Lab
• Mechanical Engineering Lab
You will have access to a range of industry leading technologies at the Industry Centre, the home of the Institute of Automotive and Manufacturing Advanced Practice as well as access to industrial standard software to help prepare you for a future career in a digital context.
Career ready
Throughout the duration of this course, you will have access to our full range of engineering laboratories and workshops, and this will help to prepare you for the world of professional engineering. You'll develop and enhance your skills using specialist equipment, accessible both on and off-campus. After graduating you'll be able to work in a variety of sectors including, aerospace, nuclear, defence, automotive, oil and gas, subsea, marine, and energy.
Graduate success
Our recent Engineering graduates have gone on to work for companies such as McLaren Automotive, General Motors, Jaguar, Perkins Engines, GSK, Northumbrian Water, Hitachi and Parametrics Technology. Other graduates conduct research within major automotive manufacturers such as Ford, Vauxhall and Nissan.
Placements
To further enhance your employability we encourage you to apply for a 48-week placement where available between your second and final year. Placements are subject to availability and interviews are required. They are usually paid, with past students having earned an average salary of £14,000-£18,000 a year depending on location
Placements are an excellent opportunity to put your learning into practice and understand the context for your new knowledge. The contacts made during placements can also be valuable for future job offers. Examples of companies that have offered placements to Sunderland students include Jaguar, Vauxhall, Nissan, Caterham Cars, Cummins Engines and Tata Steel.
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