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College of Engineering and Technology

PROGRAMME HANDBOOK

BSc (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

2015-2016

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Contents Introduction ....................................................................................................................................... 4

Teaching team .................................................................................................................................. 5

Programme leader ........................................................................................................................... 5

Module leaders………........................................................................................................................... 5

BSc (Hons) Mechanical Engineering ………………. ................................................................... 8

Programme title ................................................................................................................................ 8

Final award ......................................................................................................................................... 8

Interim Awards.................................................................................................................................. 8

Programme Support Team............................................................................................................ 9

Programme Structure…………………………………......................................................................... 10

Summary of Module Information ............................................................................................. 12

A note regarding the English language modules ............................................................. 17

Assessment Regulations of Undergraduate Programmes........................................... 18

Assessment of your BSc (Hons) Mechanical Engineering degree ……………………..18

Module mark .................................................................................................................................... 18

Progression through degree programme .............................................................................. 19

Table 1: Summary of progression information................................................................... 19

Failing modules ............................................................................................................................... 19

Referral in an assessment component................................................................................... 20

Deferral .............................................................................................................................................. 20

Outcomes of Assessment……………………… ............................ .................................................. 21

Judging Academic Performance in an Assessment.......................................................... .21

Undergraduate Grading Scales................................................................................................. 21

Assessment Component Grades……..................................................................................... 23

Module Grade……......................................................................................................................... 23

Passing Modules………………………………..................................................................................... 23

Exceptional Extenuating Circumstances, AED…………………………………....................... 23

Retaking modules........................................................................................................................... 24

Classification of Award ................................................................................................................. 24

Degree classification ..................................................................................................................... 24

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Student Responsibilities to assessment ................................................................................ 24

Understanding what is expected .............................................................................................. 24

Academic offences ......................................................................................................................... 24

Policy for Late Entry to Classes by Students ....................................................................... 24

Emails to Academic Staff............................................................................................................ 24

Student Support….. ...................................................................................................................... 25

Personal Tutor ................................................................................................................................ 25

Student Liaison Office.................................................................................................................. 26

Student Support Services .......................................................................................................... 26

Library , IT, Admin support ....................................................................................................... 26

Career and Employment Service............................................................................................. 26

Course Representatives and Programme Committees ................................................ 26

Programme Calendar & Timetable………………………………. ................................................ 26

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Introduction

Dear student,

On behalf of the programme team, I am delighted to welcome you to your programme of study.

In this Programme Handbook, we hope to give you all the essential information you will need in order to successfully complete your qualification. This handbook should be read in conjunction with individual module handbooks and guides, learning resources and website information.

In addition to the help, information and advice available in this Programme Handbook, each module has its own handbook. Module Handbooks should normally include:

a bibliography and list of relevant non-book resources

details of module content, including a week-by-week schedule of sessions

an outline of teaching and learning methods

an explanation of the assessment process and assessment criteria

health and safety information This handbook has been designed to provide information about the programme. It will:

• help you to understand the structure of your degree programme. • guide you through some important regulations • provide you with details about how you can contact us

• give you advice on how we can help ensure that you have a successful time at

Mediterranean College. I wish you a prosperous academic year!

Stelios Panoutsos

School of Engineering Coordinator

Mediterranean College

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Teaching Team

Programme leader

To make sure you get the support you need when studying for your degree each programme of study is administered by a Programme Leader. The programme leader’s role is to ensure that each student enrolled on the BSc (Hons) Mechanical Engineering degree is engaging with the degree programme and being provided sufficient academic and pastoral support whilst undertaking their degree. For the BSc (Hons) Mechanical Engineering degree your programme leader is Mr Stylianos Panoutsos. Programme Leader: Stylianos Panoutsos, Diploma in Civil Engineering, MSc

Stylianos Panoutsos has a Diploma Degree in Civil Engineering by the National Technical University of Athens and also holds a Master’s Degree in Structural Design and Analysis of Structures by the National Technical University of Athens. He is a professional in the sector of higher education teaching modules in the area of engineering mechanics, strength of materials, statics and dynamics and structural design and in the construction industry in the sector of structural design, structural assessment and retrofit and structural strengthening. He is also an experienced site supervisor engineer having involvement in a variety of projects.

Programme administrator: Garyfalia Loukou

Module leaders:

Eleftherios Tzamalis, Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Phd c.

A Diploma in Mechanical Engineering NTUA holder and a PhD candidate, Eleftherios is a young and high motivated Engineer with academic distinctions. Fields of his expertise are Energy – Heat applications.

Vivian Benetou, BEng, MBA

Vivian Benetou is an Architect Engineer, a graduate from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. In 2008 concluded the postgraduate studies in Business Administration (MBA) from University of Macedonia. Thesis subject was: “Evaluation and Management methods of Real Estate for Public Enterprises and Entities: The case study of ΕRΤ S.A.” She has until now collaborated with a large number of Architecture and Construction companies. For a decade she participated in the design and renovation of large hotel complexes. During her professional career she was appointed as Project Manager for complex constructions such as hotels, restaurants, retail shops, offices and residences across Greece. Today she operates as a freelancer Architect engineer and specializes in creating concept and retail Identities for companies. Since 2011 is an accredited tutor in private College “Mediterranean College”, in BSc (Hons) of Mechanical Engineering and BSc (Hons) Civil Engineering and Construction.

Indicative teaching modules are: Management of the Business Environment, Regulatory Systems, Corporate Responsibility, Construction CAD, Project Planning and Development, etc.

Ioannis Kampitis, BEng, MSc

Kabitis Ioannis has studied Civil Engineering at the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA). As a part of his bachelor’s studies he was specialised in the field of Transportation. In

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2010 he was awarded an MSc in Analysis and Design of Earthquake Resistant Structures at Department of Structural Engineering of the School of Civil Engineering at National Technical University of Athens. He has studied Counselling and Guidance at the School of Pedagogical and Technological Education (ASPAITE) and he has received Certification of the teaching qualification of Trainers for Adults of non-formal education from National Organisation for the Certification of Qualifications and Vocational Guidance. He has worked on geotechnical projects at Temeltas (Istanbul). He has worked as an instructor-tutor of the thematic module "Health and Safety at work" in the context of training programs and of the thematic module "Persons with Disabilities and Accessibility" in the context of union education at Therapy Center of Dependent Individuals (KETHEA) and National Confederation of Persons with Disabilities (ESAmeA) respectively. He is a teacher in Private High School “Othisi” teaching the course "Technology". He works as a freelance engineer. He has published several articles in international scientific conferences. He has also coauthored collective volume on Psychopedagogical Approaches.

Dimitrios Lekkos, BSc, MSc

Dimitrios Lekkos has BSc degree in Civil Infrastructure engineering from the Higher Technological Institution of Thessaloniki. Has made his postgraduate studies in Birmingham City University with scholarship from European Union and has MSc in Environmental Pollution Control. Is certified by the Greek Ministry of Environment and Climate Change as Building Auditor and Environmental Inspector. Is in charge of the technical department of UNISTEEL-SAFETY BARRIERS (MARCEGAGLIA BUILDTECH representatives) and working as free agent engineer as well. In the past had worked in ELEMKA, DOKA, CHANIOTIS CONSTRUCTION, EGERSIS, and ELLINOTECHNIKI. In Mediterranean College is working since 2011.

Pavlos Kastanas, BSc, MSc

Pavlos Kastanas graduated from the Physics Department of the School of Science of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, with a specialization in Astrophysics, Astronomy and Mechanics. He went on studying Astrophysics at a postgraduate level (MSc) at Queen Mary, University of London where he received the Astrophysics MSc degree with Distinction. During his postgraduate studies his research was focused on the discovery or Earth-like exoplanets. He has taught science classes to undergraduates and school students in England and in Greece. Since 2012 he has been a member of the staff of Mediterranean College teaching science classes such as Physics, Mathematics and Fluid Mechanics and he has been awarded the "Academic Staff Recognition and Excellence" award.

Alexandros Siasos, Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Phd c.

Alexandros Siasos has Diploma Degree in Mechanical Engineering and also is Doctorate Student at the Mechanical Engineering School of National Technical University of Athens. As a PhD candidate he researches new innovative ways to reduce the cost of design, development and manufacture of textile reinforced composite products, and increase the repeatability and reliability of the manufacturing procedure. Furthermore, he is a freelancer Mechanical Engineer who works in the field of design, engineering and manufacturing of tools and final products.

Maria Kardala, Diploma in Civil Engineering, MSc, Phd c.

Maria Kardala graduated from the Civil Engineering Department of the Democritus University of Thrace. She acquired the Master of Science in “Analysis and Design of Earthquake Resistant Structures” from the National Technical University of Athens (N.T.U.A.). She is elaborating on a PhD Thesis at the School of Civil Engineering of N.T.U.A. on the field of “Numerical Simulation of

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Reinforced Concrete Structures with 3-D finite elements”. As a scientific researcher, she has presented papers at conferences on the field of strengthening of reinforced concrete structures through external confining reinforcement with high deformability fiber ropes. She works as a freelancer Civil Engineer.

Georgios Pantelidis, Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, MSc

Georgios Pantelidis is Mechanical Engineer from the National Technical University of Athens and was awarded Master’s Degree in Advanced Mechanical Engineering in University of London, Imperial College. He has qualified for the certification of European Energy Manger (EUREM). He has been involved in the field of Electromechanical installations with both design and construction experience for over 15 years. He has more than 1.000 teaching hours in energy efficiency and he is the author of the book “New guide for energy audits for buildings”. He is working as scientific collaborator in energy conservation matters in an energy service company.

Georgios Siokos, Diploma in Electrical and Computer Engineering, MSc

Georgios Siokos holds a diploma in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens. He has also been specialized on Smart Grids and Smart Metering in Greece and Germany on behalf of PROTASIS SA. As an expert in Energy Information Systems he has been involved in several AMR-MDM projects in Greece, Cyprus and Middle East providing various services including consulting, system design, management, operation and implementation for electric power transmission and distribution companies. In addition, he is a certified trainer on components of AMR-MDM system with training experience as well as he has made presentations in Greece and abroad on behalf of PROTASIS SA. Dimitrios Pervolarakis, Diploma in Civil Engineering, MSc Dimitrios Pervolarakis is a graduate civil engineer from National Technical University of Athens (N.T.U.A.) and he has obtained a Master of Science in "Analysis and Design of Earthquake Resistant Structures" from N.T.U.A. He has served as a consultant engineer to several private corporations where his main object was designing and planning of infrastructure projects (underpasses, bridges, overpasses, retaining and pile walls). At the present time he is working as a freelance civil engineer mainly in structural design of standard and special constructions. He also participates actively in a company which undertakes projects for the creation, expansion and reconstruction of tourist facilities especially in Greek islands. He is familiar with finite element software (ETABS, SAP2000, Robot) and technical design programs (AutoCAD, CADware). Eirini Varouti, Diploma in Mining and Metallurgical Engineering, MSc, PhDc Eirini Varouti received her Diploma degree in Mining and Metallurgical Engineering (Materials Science and Technology stream) in 2010 and her MSc degree on Materials Science and Technology in 2012, both from the National Technical University of Athens. In 2012 she joined INN as a phD student (group of ‘Superconductivity and Magnetic oxides’). Among her research interestsare: • Synthesis of complex oxides, ferrimagnetic materials and multiferroic materials • Correlation of electromagnetic properties with structure and chemical composition • Physics of interaction of electromagnetic field with ferroic materials and various composite media • Experimental techniques for RF and microwave materials characterization

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The following information in this handbook will supply you with the relevant information and links for you to complete your next year of study. However, if you have any questions about your degree, then please contact the programme leader.

BSc (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

Programme title

BSc (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

Final award

Bachelor of Science (Honours) Awarded for the successful completion of a total of 360 credits, with 120 credits per year. Interim Awards

Higher National Certificate in Mechanical Engineering Awarded for the successful completion of the 120 credits (one year of study at level 4)

Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Awarded for the successful completion of the 240 credits (two years of study at level 4 and 5). You will only receive the interim awards if you leave the programme. You must apply to get these interim awards.

Programme Support Team

Contact Information

Programme/ School Contact Information :

Position Name Room Telephone E-mail Address

Programme Leader

Stylianos Panoutsos

502 210 8899657 spanoutsos@medcollege.edu.gr

Programme Administrator

Garyfalia Loukou

503 210 8899652 gloukou@medcollege.edu.gr

School Coordinator

Stelios Panoutsos

502 210 8899657 spanoutsos@medcollege.edu.gr

College Contact Information

Contact Name Room Telephone E-mail Address

IT Help Kostas Kolios 207 210 it@medcollege.edu.gr

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Desk 8899609

Bursar’s Maria Papoutsi 208 210 8899631

mpapoutsi@medcollege.edu.gr

Student Affairs & Careers

Nota Sotiropoulou

Ground Floor

210 8899653

nsotirop@medcollege.edu.gr

Library Theodoros Oikonomopoulos

Library (1st floor)

210 8899605

t.oikonomopoulos@medcollege.edu.gr

English language department

Dr. Georgia Diomi

3rd floor

210 8899640

g.diomi@medcollege.edu.gr

Reception desk

Eleni Vasileiou 210 8899600

info@medcollege.edu.gr

Programme Structure

Overview

The programme is composed of four levels:

Level 3 generally corresponds to the foundation year of study,

Level 4 generally corresponds to the second year of study,

Level 5 corresponds to the third year of study, and

Level 6 corresponds to the final year.

These levels are sometimes referred to as "Phases", with Phase 0 corresponding to the first year of study, Phase 1 the second year, and so on.

Each level is divided into two terms (also known as "semesters"), an autumn term and a spring term.

Each term is divided into modules, where each module covers a specific topic area. When you successfully complete (i.e., "pass") a module, you will earn a number of credits. You will receive twenty (20) credits for a single semester module. There are also "through year" modules that span two semesters. Depending on the module, these may be worth twenty (20) or forty (40) credits. Please see the Programme Title and Interim Awards section of this Handbook to see how the credits you earn contribute to your final and interim awards.

There are six twenty-credit modules at levels 4and 5, and four twenty-credit modules at Level 6. Level 6 also includes the forty-credit Independent Study and Professional Development module. This is a self-directed project, which gives you an opportunity to independently produce a major work whilst developing specialist knowledge and understanding in an area of your own choosing.

In general, each level's modules build on the mix of academic, practical and vocational skills and knowledge developed in the preceding Levels. Therefore, you need to complete the required credits at Level 4 before proceeding to do Level 5 modules, and so on. 100 credits at a given Level are the minimum required to proceed to the next level, while 120 credits are required to

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fully complete the Level. For further information, please see:

http://www.derby.ac.uk/media/derbyacuk/contentassets/documents/academicregulations/credit-framework.pdf

Studying for a UK Bachelor degree while improving your English The BSc (Hons) Mechanical Engineering programme is delivered in a mixture of Greek and

English. The programme is open to applicants whose lack of fluency in English would prohibit entry to a programme in the UK, while providing intensive English Tuition alongside the Greek taught modules in Levels 3 and 4 to ensure that you can make the

transition to studying in English when it is introduced in Level 5.

List of Modules per Year

Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4

Mathematics for Study in Technology (MC) (20 credits)

Applied Scientific Methods (MC) (20 credits)

Advanced Applied Analytical Methods (MC) (20 credits)

Advanced Mechanical Design and Materials (MC) (20 credits)

Scholarship for Technologists (MC) (20 credits)

Management of the Business Environment (MC) (20 credits)

Thermofluids (MC) (20 credits)

Industrial Engineering (MC) (20 credits)

English for Study in Technology A (MC) (20 credits)

Computer Aided Design (MC) (20 credits)

Engineering Design Modeling (MC) (20 credits)

Advanced Engineering Design Modeling (MC) (20 credits)

Engineering Science (MC) (20 credits)

Engineering Design and Workshop Technology (MC) (20 credits)

Corporate Responsibility and Professional Development (MC) (20 credits)

Applied Thermodynamics (MC) (20 credits)

Introduction to Structural Analysis and Dynamics (MC) (20 credits)

Materials and Manufacturing Processes (MC) (20 credits)

Structural Analysis (MC) (20 credits)

Independent Study and Professional Development (Mechanical Engineering) (MC) (40 credits)

English for Study in Technology B (MC) (20 credits)

Regulatory Systems (MC) (20 credits)

Design for Manufacture and Materials Optimisation (MC) (20 credits)

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English for Study in Technology C (MC) (0 credits)

Summary of module information

Module Specifications Level 3 ENGINEERING SCIENCE (MC) This module deals with basic engineering science concepts, together with analytical and practical applications in mechanical and civil engineering science, providing a broad foundation of knowledge required by students in engineering and therefore preparing them for further studies in specific fields such as mechanical / manufacturing and civil engineering. This module also enables students to use fundamental mathematical techniques for the evaluation, analysis, modelling and solution of realistic engineering problems. It also aims to develop an understanding of basic electrical and electronic theory and principles.

ENGLISH FOR STUDY IN TECHNOLOGY A (MC)

English for Study in Technology A aims to increase students’ general English ability and introduce some features of academic language use with particular focus on the study of technology. By the end of the module students should have reached IELTS 5.0 equivalent level minimum.

ENGLISH FOR STUDY IN TECHNOLOGY B (MC)

English for Study in Technology B aims to further students’ general English ability and knowledge of features of academic language use with particular focus on the study of technology. By the end of the module students should have reached IELTS 5.5 equivalent level minimum.

INTRODUCTION TO STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS AND DYNAMICS (MC)

Engineers require different levels of knowledge in terms of structural behaviour, material properties and design choices, and an adequate understanding of these key areas in order to appreciate the role of structural theory. This module provides the fundamental concepts, together with elementary analytical and practical applications in engineering disciplines in order to reinforce students’ knowledge in scientific principles and thereby prepare students for future engineering studies. It also provides a framework for developing a good knowledge of the important theories, principles, procedures and codes that form the basis of structural analysis and design. It provides the student with basic analytical skills and an appreciation of how this knowledge might be applied in practice.

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MATHEMATICS FOR STUDY IN TECHNOLOGY (MC)

The aim of this module is to provide the fundamental mathematical knowledge and techniques needed to successfully progress to undergraduate study in technology. The module introduces you to, or refreshes your knowledge of, mathematical terms, basic algebra, calculus and geometry and trigonometry.

SCHOLARSHIP FOR TECHNOLOGISTS (MC)

A crucial stage in the development of the student is in the assumption of responsibility for learning. The student must be self-motivated, organised and independent. The development of critical thinking and meticulousness is fundamental to university study. This module will provide you with a variety of scholarly and communication competencies necessary for a successful career in the engineering and technology fields. The module aims to develop your ability to investigate, analyse and communicate technologic concepts effectively.

Module Specifications Level 4

APPLIED SCIENTIFIC METHODS (MC)

The primary aim of this unit is to provide the fundamental analytical knowledge and techniques needed to successfully complete the core modules of FD/UG programmes. It deals with basic concepts, together with analytical and practical applications in mechanical engineering science, providing a broad foundation of knowledge required by students in engineering and therefore preparing them for further studies in specific fields including analytical methods and Mathematics, needed for the more advanced optional units. This module also enables students to use fundamental mathematical techniques for the evaluation, analysis, modelling and solution of realistic engineering problems. It also aims to develop an understanding of basic electrical and electronic theory and principles.

COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN (MC)

This module provides you with an introduction to the skills and knowledge required to use appropriate computer software as an aid to design for the engineering industry. The difference in approach between manual and computer aided design (CAD) is explained. The production of two/three dimensional drawings to introduce basic system commands is investigated. This module concentrates on CAD using software for the production of two dimensional models of engineering components and assemblies. Industry standard layer convention and libraries of standard symbols along with system procedures and functions are used to speed up the drawing process. The three dimensional model is utilised to produce elevations, perspective various views and 3D models. Text insertion and automatic dimensioning to a drawing are investigated.

ENGINEERING DESIGN AND WORKSHOP TECHNOLOGY (MC) The aim of this module is to give students an opportunity to experience the process of carrying out a design and build project. It will enable them to appreciate that design involves synthesising parameters which will affect the design solution. The module will introduce them

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to the workshop and a number of manufacturing process including turning, milling and sheet metal forming. These elements will allow the student to carry out a design and build project fully with the aim being to produce a working prototype/ model of the finished product

MANAGEMENT OF THE BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT (MC)

This module challenges the student to produce professional communications based on research into a range of engineering processes and procedures that are necessary to operate in a competitive global market. Students’ skills are developed using a range of current computer based software packages and tools in order to produce outstanding output for professional development planning and continuing professional development.

ENGLISH FOR STUDY IN TECHNOLOGY C (MC)

English for Study in Technology C aims to further students’ general English ability and knowledge of features of academic language use with particular focus on the study of technology. By the end of the module students should have reached IELTS 6.0 equivalent level minimum.

MATERIALS AND MANUFACTURING PROCESSES (MC)

An awareness of the wide range of materials and manufacturing methods is essential if the designer is to optimise the product for a competitive market with due regard to environmental considerations in terms of energy and resources. The module will emphasise the requirement for interactive consideration of materials, manufacturing method and design in an examination of established and innovative methods of producing to meeting market demands.

REGULATORY SYSTEMS (MC)

This module develops an awareness of the principles of regulatory systems including health and safety planning and implementation at the work place. It covers the UK, EU health and safety legislation and Greek regulations proposed by Hellenic Institute for Occupational Health and Safety including risk assessment and evaluation processes when applied to any potential hazard at work. The module also provides a flavour of continuing professional development, building on associated modules within the programme, such as the development of PDP work and the identification of a suitable professional institution to join.

Module Specifications Level 5

ADVANCED APPLIED ANALYTICAL METHODS (MC)

Mathematics is the “toolbox” which enables engineers to solve applied problems. This module aims to develop the understanding of, and the ability to apply, a broad spectrum of advanced mathematical techniques in a range of typical engineering situations. Basic mathematical concepts (such as algebra, calculus and trigonometry) will be extended further.

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CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (MC)

Appropriate corporate responsibility / environmental awareness and application of environmental principles is an ever growing requirement for industry on a global basis. Initially an understanding of the significant environmental issues and constraints affecting industry is developed, and then appropriate strategies for minimisation of environmental impact (including environmental management systems) for industry are considered and evaluated.The module investigates the role of the engineer in industry and society and to plan out their own career progression as part of a Personal Development Plan (PDP). This could be linked with professional bodies (e.g. IMechE or their equivalent) and the learner should develop an understanding of the varying routes to professional accreditation with a recognised body. It is also a vehicle to develop the technical skills and good practice used by engineers and technologists in the specific area in which they are, or intend to be, working within industry/society.

DESIGN FOR MANUFACTURE AND MATERIALS OPTIMISATION (MC) The engineering designer must have knowledge of the opportunities available, the creative tools and the restraints imposed by manufacturing systems, and processes and materials in order to achieve the design of competitive products. This module will teach you about the important techniques in design for manufacture using appropriate methodologies and selection procedures. You will also become experienced in choosing the optimum material and manufacturing method using design requirements, but with regard to costs and environmental considerations.

ENGINEERING DESIGN MODELLING (MC)

The growing use of Parametric modelling has transformed the Solid Modelling domain into an extremely powerful, near essential tool for the modern day engineer and designer. This inclusion allows you to retain full control over the models definition and scope and further allows the reduction of lead times in the case of variant production of the model. This module, after ensuring that you are comfortable with the utilisation of modern engineering workstations, aims to cover the essential elements of parametric modelling and further concentrates on the parametric aspects from 2-dimensional parametric profiling to 3-dimensional parametric modelling including profile sweeping and primitive manipulation.

STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS (MC) An understanding of the effects of different loading types (bending, shear) on engineering components is vital to ensure that a component can perform satisfactorily during its service life. This module develops basic stress concepts following those covered in the stress section of the Applied Scientific Methods based modules into more complex real-life loading situations. Many actual engineering situations are complex and basic structural calculations can only give approximate answers. THERMOFLUIDS (MC) The aim of this module is to extend your knowledge of the principles of fluid mechanics and the techniques used to predict the behaviour of fluids in engineering applications. The unit looks at the forces exerted by a static fluid on immersed surfaces, viscosity; the flow of fluids through pipelines and around bluff bodies, it examines hydraulic machines, understanding the enthalpy

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and entropy. It also introduces the concept of computer modelling, thermodynamics and fluid dynamics.

Module Specifications Level 6

ADVANCED ENGINEERING DESIGN MODELLING (MC)

Rapidly advancing technology in the area of 3-Dimensional Parametric Solid Modelling and Profiling has caused a significant shift in the working practices of traditional design engineers. This module aims to impart a significant understanding of parametric principles and will update the student's skills to the application of such techniques in a 3-Dimensional Parametric Solid Modelling/Conceptual Design environment using enhanced modelling techniques. It is essential that such a designer be able to parametrically specify and functionally examine models constructed from initial concept

ADVANCED MECHANICAL DESIGN AND MATERIALS (MC)

An integrated design, material and analysis approach provides one of the key enabling capabilities needed in effectively evaluating specific areas of initial concept development and in performing detailed engineering design and analysis throughout a product's development cycle. This integrated engineering approach incorporates the infrastructure and design and analysis formats and tools that can be exercised in a concurrent nature and provides benefits from a standpoint of producing a better design, faster results, lower cost uncertainties and reduced risk.

APPLIED THERMODYNAMICS (MC)

This modules aims to enable students to develop further skills and knowledge for the analysing, designing and evaluating engineering thermodynamics applications.

INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING (MC) This module provides an introduction to the Industrial Engineering (IE) tools and techniques as well as Engineering Ethics basic concepts and methods. Students will gain an appreciation of the ways in which these branches of Engineering support the business objectives, usually in the form of standards data, productivity improvements and ideal ethical behaviours. Opportunities are provided for students to explore applications of the concepts, tools and techniques in different situations, in order to understand which tools to use and how to maximise potential benefits. INDEPENDENT STUDY AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT (Mechanical – MC)

This module requires you to produce a coherent, sustained and comprehensive research based study, demonstrating an ability to generate complex proposals with awareness of current issues in Mechanical Engineering. It provides the continuation of personal development skills from what you have learnt at level 4 and 5. It is a rigorous and distinguishing feature of honours degree programmes. It is a vehicle to both fully develop and test your ability to work independently on a study, critically analyse data, argue rationally, and to draw independent conclusions that are clearly presented. The study encourages in-depth, detailed study of a topic derived from your own area of special interest in order to expand understanding of cultural, managerial, technological, scientific, or design aspects associated with the mechanical

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engineering applications. You will be challenged to demonstrate a critical understanding of how the boundaries of knowledge are advanced through research in production of clear, logically argued and original work related to the field of study.

A note regarding the English language modules

The English language modules in Level 3 & 4 (English for Study in Technology A (MC), English for Study in Technology B (MC), English for Study in Technology C (MC)) are additional to the Level 3 & 4 academic programmes. The Modules are Core, 0 credits and assessed on a Pass/Fail basis. Where students can demonstrate IELTS 6.0 equivalence on entry, they may apply for APL for these modules.

The outcome of the first module will be an IELTS equivalence of 5.5. Students must pass the module (as well as fulfilling any academic programme conditions) in order to progress to Level 5. Where they do not achieve this IELTS equivalence level, and so register a Fail grade, they will be allowed to progress to Level 5 study only under certain defined circumstances (see below). Students who score lower than IELTS equivalence 4.5 will not be allowed to progress, and will leave the programme with the award of Certificate of Higher Education. If students have achieved at least IELTS 5.0 equivalence and it is the opinion of the programme team that they will be able to achieve 5.5 equivalence within a schedule which will allow them to progress, students will be offered an opportunity for re-assessment.

This reassessment opportunity will be after an intensive summer programme, and prior to the beginning of Semester 1 of Level 5 study, in which some modules will be taught and assessed in English. Should students fail to reach the required standard, they will be required to leave the programme with the Award of Certificate in Higher Education but would have the option of re-joining the programme after one year without academic penalty, providing that the IELTS equivalence has been achieved, and is independently certificated.

At the end of Level 5 study, the second module, also 0 credit rated will determine whether the student has reached the level 6.0 IELTS equivalence required to pass the module and progress to Level 6 study. If they do not achieve this, then there will be an opportunity for re-assessment following a summer intensive course. If a student does not achieve the IELTS level 6.0, s/he will not be allowed to progress to Level 6 and will exit the programme with a Diploma of Higher Education. Here too students will have the option of rejoining the programme after one year without academic penalty, providing that IELTS equivalence is demonstrated and independently certificated. Assessment Regulations of Undergraduate Programmes This programme operates within the Universities’ Regulatory Framework and conforms with its regulations on assessment.

Please note you should be aware of the full academic “Rights, Responsibilities and Regulations” (3Rs) document which contains the academic regulations in full. These can be accessed at: http://www.derby.ac.uk/qed/3rs/

Now that you’ve enrolled for 2015/16 academic year, you’ll need to be aware of this year’s

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regulations. It is important that you understand what they are and what they might mean for you. For more detail take a look at www.derby.ac.uk/regs. Below are brief explanations of some of the assessment terms you need to be familiar with: Assessment of your BSc (Hons) Mechanical Engineering Degree Each 20 credit module will require you to undertake a series of assessments. The type of assessment is individual to each module and clear information about each assessment can be found at the module pages for each module you are studying and a summary is given. Module mark

The weightings of coursework vs. exam are applied to the marks achieved in each component of assessment when calculating the overall module mark. If a student passes a module, by achieving an average mark of at least 40%, the credit is awarded. To pass a module the average of the marks for the assessment components must be at least40% and at least a mark of 35% must be achieved in each assessment component. Where this has not been achieved, credits are not awarded and the referral regulations apply. It is not possible to retake a module that has been passed, unless there is allowance made by an external body associated with the programme, explicitly stated in the programme specification To see how your work will be graded please view the undergraduate marking scale provided in each module handbook (along with each assessment’s specific learning outcomes and criteria), induction materials as well as accessing it via the College’s on- line platform.

Please note that all module assessments (apart from exams) are submitted electronically, and returned with feedback electronically. You will to upload assignments to and read the feedback on your marked assignments from the module pages on MC Class. All assessments must be uploaded to MC Class by the due date; we will not make allowances for technical failures so do make sure you know how the system works and allow plenty of time for uploading of work. Progression through degree programme

When you have attempted all the modules in each academic year, you will be awarded the correct passed credits and should be allowed to progress to the next academic year/higher level. However, students may not normally progress to study at a the next year/higher level until they have attempted all elements of assessment in at least 120 credits at their current level and achieved at least 100 credits, including a maximum of 20 credits for a compensated module. This information is summarised in table two. Table 1: Summary of progression information.

Level Minimum total

credits passed and compensated to progress

Minimum

credits at

40% or above

Maximum

credits compensated

Maximum

credits to retake in next stage of study

4 100 80 20 20

5 100 80 20 20

6 N/A 100 20 0

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N.B failure in a 20 credit module may be compensated, providing the grade attained in the

module is between 35-39% and the overall grade for the level is at least 40%. Students may not normally progress to Level 6 of the degree if Level 4 credit requirements have not been met. Failing modules

A module is failed if:

i. The work submitted is not of a high enough standard to warrant an overall mark of at least 40% for the module.

ii. Work has not been submitted for the module assessments. If a student fails to submit an

assignment a mark of NS will be recorded. iii. The student has committed academic offences and a penalty of failing the module has been

imposed. If a student fails a module, the appropriate option from the following will apply:

Referral in an assessment component

A Referral is when a student does not pass an assessment component at the first attempt they may be offered the opportunity to submit further work to achieve a pass standard. If the referral work is of a pass standard, the work will be marked at 40%. For more information on referral please go to the BSc (Hons) Mechanical Engineering programme page>information>assessment criteria>retaking assessment/

Deferral

A deferral is an approved extension to a deadline of an assessment. A deferred assessment will not have the grade capped at 40%. A deferral can occur in respect of illness, or other valid cause, is given only if you have submitted a formal written claim (EEC) and has provided acceptable evidence according to the regulations. If the EEC panel decides to uphold a claim one of the remedies is to offer the opportunity for the student to resubmit the work by a revised deadline. This is a deferral. Deadlines for resubmission of work will usually be within the same academic year. In the case of examinations the student will normally be directed to take the assessment at the next available exam period. The full range of marks will be available provided the work is submitted in line with the approved deadline. If, following deferral, the assessment is not submitted by the stipulated date, the assessment is considered failed and the referral regulations apply.

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Outcomes of Assessment

Judging academic performance in an assessment: In assessing a student's work, the tutor is required to judge the standard achieved in accordance with the criteria stated in Section 3.2. If the work demonstrates that the learning outcomes have been achieved, a grade is assigned on the basis of the grade descriptors in Section 3.2. If the learning outcomes have not been met, the appropriate fail grade is given. In the case of an examination assessment, it is the overall grade which matters, not the grades given for individual answers or sections.

Undergraduate Grading Scale This scale applies to Levels 4, 5 and 6 in the University Credit Framework. The descriptors are typical characteristics of the standard of work associated with each range of marks. The descriptors are illustrative and for guidance only. They are not comprehensive. A mark of 40% is regarded as a minimum pass.

% mark

Mark Descriptors

Cla

ss

70-100%

Excellent

Outstanding; high to very high standard; a high level of critical analysis and evaluation, incisive original thinking; commendable originality; exceptionally well researched; high quality presentation; exceptional clarity of ideas; excellent coherence and logic. Trivial or very minor errors. For the highest marks (90 - 100%): an exceptional standard of work illustrating thorough and in-depth understanding, communicated with exceptional authority

Firs

t 60-69% Very Good

A very good standard; a very good level of critical analysis and evaluation; significant originality; well researched; a very good standard of presentation; commendable clarity of ideas; thoughtful and effective presentation; very good sense of coherence and logic; minor errors only

Seco

nd

Div

1

50-59% Good

A good standard; a fairly good level of critical analysis and evaluation; some evidence of original thinking or originality; quite well researched; a good standard of presentation; ideas generally clear and coherent, some evidence of misunderstandings; some deficiencies in presentation.

Seco

nd

Div

2

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40-49% Satisfactory

A sound standard of work; a fair level of critical analysis and evaluation; little evidence of original thinking or originality; adequately researched; a sound standard of presentation; ideas fairly clear and coherent, some significant misunderstandings and errors; some weakness in style or presentation but satisfactory overall.

Thir

d

35-39% Unsatisfactory

Overall marginally unsatisfactory; some sound aspects but some of the following weaknesses are evident; inadequate critical analysis and evaluation; little evidence of originality; not well researched; standard of presentation unacceptable; ideas unclear and incoherent; some significant errors and misunderstandings. Marginal fail.

Mar

gin

al F

ail

21-34% Poor

Below the pass standard; a poor critical analysis and evaluation; virtually no evidence of originality; poorly researched; presentation unacceptable and not up to graduate standard; ideas confused and incoherent, some serious misunderstandings and errors. A clear fail, short of pass standard.

Fail

1-20% Very Poor

Well below the pass standard, with many serious errors. Standard of presentation totally unacceptable, incoherent and may be severely under- length. No evidence of evaluation or application. A very clear fail, well short of the pass standard.

NS Non-Submission

No work has been submitted.

Z Academic Offence Notation

Applies to proven instances of academic offence

IMPORTANT: An assignment may show the characteristics of two or more marks. The examiner should give careful consideration to the relative importance of the applicable descriptors as indicated by the assessment criteria in deciding the overall standard of the work and the appropriate mark to be awarded.

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Assessment component grades i. The Undergraduate Grading Scale applies to individual assessment components

undertaken by students of modules at Levels 3, 4, 5 and 6 in undergraduate programmes. The examiner identifies the mark descriptor which most closely reflects the quality of the work and awards and records the mark.

ii. If the module involves two or more assessment components, a mathematical weighting is applied to reflect the relative importance of each component. These weightings will be used to compute the overall grade for the module.

iii. Overall module marks will be rounded to the nearest whole percentage point. Calculations of level averages will be to 2 decimal places.

iv. In the case of Honours degree, Integrated Master’s degree, Foundation degree & HND/C programmes, classifications are applied to the final award and are indicative only at module level.

Module grade i. The relative weightings are applied to the marks achieved in each component of

assessment in order to calculate the overall module mark. ii. To pass a module, and therefore be awarded credit, the average of the marks for the

assessment components must be at least a 40% and at least a mark of 35% must be achieved in each assessment component (see Section 3.2 for available grades). Where this has not been achieved, credits are not awarded and the referral regulations apply (see Section 7.2).

iii. At level 6 only those modules marked 40% or above can be used to satisfy the minimum credit requirements at level 6.

Passing Modules

If a student passes a module, by achieving an average grade of at least 40%, the credit is awarded by the Assessment Board. It is not possible to retake a module that has been passed, unless there is allowance made by an external body associated with the programme, explicitly stated in the programme specification.

Exceptional Extenuating Circumstances, AED & late submissions Assessed Extended Deadline (AED)/ support plans

Students with disabilities or long term health issues are entitled to a Support Plan and if you feel you have a disability which affects your academic performance it is your responsibility to contact Student Advisory Service and discuss whether a support plan is appropriate. Please see Assessed Extended Deadline (AED) for more detail.

Exceptional Extenuating Circumstances (EEC)

The Exceptional Extenuating Circumstance (EEC) policy applies to situations where serious, unforeseen circumstances prevent the student from completing the assignment on time or to the normal standard. Please see Exceptional Extenuating Circumstances (EEC) for more detail. All EEC claims will be considered by Faculty/UDC panels, which will convene on a

monthly basis. In clear-cut cases, where a quick response is required, decisions may be made through Chair’s action.

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Retaking modules If you have failed a module (mark below 40%) at the first attempt, including any referral opportunity, there is normally an entitlement to re-enrol for, and retake, the module in full once more. Retaking necessitates attendance and requires completion of all the assessments. Any assessment marks from the previous attempt at the module cannot be carried forward. If you have failed the module, including the referral opportunity on the second attempt there is no automatic entitlement to a further attempt. The offer of a third attempt is at the discretion of the Assessment Board, and will only be made if there are compelling reasons to support that decision. Students may only attempt a module in its entirety a maximum of three times, subject to additional requirements of relevant professional bodies, external agencies or UABEC. The maximum overall mark available for a retaken module is 40%.

Classification of Award Degree classification

A weighted average of all marked credits at levels 5 and 6 is calculated: Level 5 average x 0.2 + Level 6 average x 0.8. Student Responsibilities to assessment

Understanding what is expected

It is the responsibility of the student to ensure that (s)he understands the assessment criteria and learning outcomes against which their work will be marked. Continual engagement with the delivery of the module is important to enable a student to gain this understanding (see the Student Participation Policy), and to fulfil their responsibility to the learning experience of fellow students.

Academic offences

Students must understand what constitutes an academic offence, including plagiarism, collusion, breach of examination room regulations, and ensure that they do not commit such offences in their studies and assessments.

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Policy for Late Entry to Classes by Students

While anyone may occasionally suffer some problem that results in them being late for a class, it is clear that some students are persistent offenders in this respect. This behaviour is perceived by both students and staff as most disruptive, discourteous and not to be condoned.

Emails to Academic Staff

When you register at the University of Derby you will be given a University email address (Unimail) with the suffix @derby.ac.uk along with a Mediterranean College email address with the suffix @mc-class.edu.gr. You should use the latter email address for communication with academic and technical staff. Student emails are guaranteed (by ITS) to pass through the firewall and be delivered to the recipients email address. We aim to reply to relevant emails within 3 working days (subject to staff absence from the College, in which case you will normally receive an out of office notice).

Please note that other means of communication involve office hours. Each member of staff has scheduled office hours throughout the week, where you can make an appointment and discuss any academic issues you have. For queries relating to individual modules please contact the relevant Module leader. More general queries concerning academic matters should go to the Programme leader for your course.

STUDENT SUPPORT

Personal Tutor

You will be allocated a personal tutor upon entry to Mediterranean College as a University of Derby student. This personal tutor will be the primary contact for you and will offer personal, academic support and guidance, enhance your personal development and pastoral support. Your personal tutor will also be able to advise you of the additional support mechanisms available within the College. Student Liaison Office

The College also has a designated Student Liaison Officer (SLO) – Mrs. Nota Sotiropoulou. If a time arises when you are requiring additional support that extends further than general academic advice, your personal tutor will arrange for you to see the faculty’s SLO. It is the role of the SLO to ensure the correct support mechanisms are put in place to guarantee you are obtaining sufficient academic and pastoral support, which is correctly tailored to meet the your individual needs. www.derby.ac.uk/studentliaison

We also operate an open-door policy in our department and if you feel your problem needs a quick resolution we encourage you to seek out any member of staff who can help. This applies especially to problems of a personal nature which should be sorted out as soon as possible. Unless it is an emergency please make sure you email the member of staff concerned first to arrange an appointment. It may be possible to arrange appointments at short notice.

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Student Support Services

As a student of the University of Derby you are eligible for the support of the central Student Support unit to ensure your individual academic and personal requirements are all addressed whilst your are studying at the Derby. Information about student services can be accessed at: www.derby.ac.uk/ssis

Library , IT, Admin support

- Library Learning Centres facilities: library@medcollege.edu.gr - Support for IT can be found at www.derby.ac.uk/library/study-skills/student-it-help or contact Mr. Kostas

Kolios at it@medcollege.edu.gr - Programme Administrative team: Mrs Garyfalia Loukou Chalastani (gloukou@medcollege.edu.gr)

Career and Employment Service

Career centre’s can give you advice, support and guidance for a more focused approach to your career development. They will also help you develop the tools, skills and experience you need to market yourself effectively in a competitive graduate job market (carrers@medcollege.edu.gr or nsotiropoulou@medcollege.edu.gr)

Course Representatives and Programme Committees

Two course representatives are elected from each year whom are invited to programme committees, which occurs around two to three times per academic year. These representatives receive formal training for this role via the Student Union. This is a more formal avenue for students to feedback both positive aspects and areas for improvement to the subject team.

Programme Calendar & Timetable

The College annually publishes an academic calendar identifying the start and end of each semester, and holiday, examination and block study periods. This is available in the College’s electronic platform mc-class and reproduced here for convenience.

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Month Week starting

Teaching & Assessment College & School Events

August

17.08.15 Bachelor/ Master Re-assessment week

24.08.15 Bachelor/ Master Re-assessment week

31.08.15 English preparatory course begins

September

07.09.15

HND Referrals deadline

Executive Diploma Re-sit Exams

14.09.15 MC Employability Fair 2015

21.09.15 Annual Athens/ Thessaloniki Faculty Assembly

28.09.15

Applications submission deadline (for October start)

HND summer semester teaching finishes

English preparatory course finishes

October

05.10.15 Bachelor Autumn semester Induction Week Faculty Meeting

12.10.15

Bachelor Autumn semester teaching begins

Master Autumn semester Induction Week

19.10.15

HND Induction Week

Master Autumn semester teaching begins

26.10.15* HND Autumn semester teaching begins

Library Book Donation 1st Call

Students’ Union Elections

November

02.11.15 1st tutor – tutee session (Bachelor) 1st Employability Activity Week

09.11.15 Executive Diploma Induction Week & Autumn semester teaching begins

Faculty Meeting

16.11.15*

23.11.15

30.11.15

December

07.12.15 2nd tutor – tutee session (Bachelor) Faculty Meeting

14.12.15 1st parent meeting

21.12.15 Christmas break 23/12/15 – 06/01/16

28.12.15

January

04.01.16* Bachelor Autumn semester teaching finishes

11.01.16

Bachelor Assessment Week

Master Autumn semester teaching finishes

Faculty Meeting

18.01.16

Bachelor & Master Assessment Week

HND Autumn semester teaching finishes

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25.01.16

Master Assessment Week

HND make-up/ revision week

Bachelor spring semester Induction Week

February

01.02.16

Master Spring semester Induction Week

Bachelor & Master spring semester teaching begins

HND Assessment Week

MC Annual Learning & Teaching Conference

08.02.16

Executive Diploma Autumn semester teaching finishes

HND Assessment Week

Faculty Meeting

15.02.16 MC Athens/ Thessaloniki Graduation Ceremonies

22.02.16 3rd tutor – tutee session (Bachelor) Lecture

29.02.16

Executive Diploma & HND Induction Week

HND spring semester teaching begins

Executive Diploma spring semester teaching begins

March

07.03.16 2nd Employability Activity Week

14.03.16* Faculty Meeting

21.03.16* 4th tutor – tutee session (Bachelor)

28.03.16

April

04.04.16 2nd parent meeting, Lecture

11.04.16

18.04.16 Bachelor & Master spring semester teaching finishes

Faculty Meeting

25.04.16

Easter Break

May

02.05.16

09.05.16 Bachelor & Master revision/ make-up week

16.05.16 Bachelor & Master Assessment Week

23.05.16 Bachelor & Master Assessment Week

30.05.16 HND spring semester teaching finishes Annual Student Conference

June

06.06.16

Executive Diploma spring semester teaching finishes

HND make-up/ revision week

13.06.16 HND Assessment Week

20.06.16* HND summer semester teaching begins

27.06.16

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July

04.07.16

11.07.16

18.07.16 Bachelor & Master results announced

25.07.16

August

01.08.16 Re-enrollment application deadline

08.08.16

15.08.16*

22.08.16 Bachelor & Master Re-assessment Week

29.08.16 Bachelor & Master Re-assessment Week

September

05.09.16

HND Resubmissions deadline

English preparatory course begins

12.09.16 MC Employability Fair 2016

19.09.16

26.09.16

English preparatory course finishes

HND summer semester teaching finishes

A timetable for the programme delivery will be published at the beginning of each semester. This is posted on the notice boards and it’s available on-line through the College learning platform (mc-class), but it's a good idea to make your own personal copy. It is sometimes necessary to make changes to the timetable during a semester; you will usually be advised of these changes via announcements on the College intranet (mc-class), the notice boards and via e-mail. You should regularly log into your intranet and College e-mail account to check for announcements!