In this module, you will explore the fundamentals of control engineering and apply your knowledge to develop an autonomous robotic system in the laboratory. You will learn about system dynamics, feedback control and block diagram analysis, with a focus on linear, single-degree-of-freedom systems. Concepts will be illustrated through case studies from mechanical, electronic and robotic systems. The syllabus includes mechanistic modelling, first- and second-order systems, time and frequency responses (including Bode diagrams), transfer functions, classical control theory, and industry-standard PID control, incorporating proportional, integral, and derivative actions. You will also work as part of a team to design, test, and refine an autonomous robotic system for tasks such as navigating an obstacle course using onboard sensor data and simple control systems. The project will provide hands-on experience with microcontroller programming, sensor integration, and hardware-software development within a fully functional electro-mechanical system.

Discover how digital systems power the world around us. In this module, you will explore the essential building blocks of digital electronics, including logic gates, flip-flops and registers, and learn how to design and implement them using industry-standard hardware description languages like VHDL and Verilog. You'll also dive into CMOS inverter design and understand how noise margins and memory elements shape the performance of modern circuits. Through hands-on lab sessions, you will bring theory to life—building physical circuits and configuring FPGAs to test your designs. You will develop skills that are vital in fields like embedded systems, robotics and integrated circuit design. Alongside technical knowledge, you will strengthen your problem-solving and critical thinking abilities, preparing you for advanced study and real-world engineering challenges. Assessment includes in-lab quizzes and a final exam, ensuring you graduate with practical expertise and a deep understanding of digital electronic systems.

In the first part of this module, you'll explore the fundamental components of electrical circuits and examine how they behave when connected in various configurations. You'll learn to analyse these circuits in both time and frequency domains using mathematical equations and computer simulations. Through a combination of assignments and hands-on projects, you'll deepen your theoretical understanding while improving your practical skills in electrical design. The second part of the module will introduce the principle of the most important solid-state devices, such as diodes and bipolar junction transistors. The main electronic circuit configurations at the foundation of modern electronic equipment will be discussed and analysed with the aid of circuit simulations and practical examples.

This module introduces the foundations of engineering mechanics, equipping you with the skills to analyse and design advanced mechanical systems subjected to general loads. It focuses on the foundations of statics and dynamics, with principles of structural mechanics; it covers system equilibrium for statically determinate and statically indeterminate structures, stress and deformations and buckling, along with kinematics and dynamics of material points and rigid bodies. You will develop an understanding of the physical behaviour of structural and mechanical systems and their design, fulfilling stress, deformation and stability constraints, while gaining proficiency in mathematical and physical modelling for analysing these systems. Additionally, the module provides you with a comprehensive understanding of mechanical system dynamics, enabling to analyse time-dependent loads of mechanical components undergoing general motion. All theory will be supported by worked examples of diverse complexity to assist learning from consolidations of the foundations to their application to real mechanical systems.

Many things in engineering move from a simple door hinge through to the complex interactions found within an automotive transmission system. Mechanisms that move all have fundamental components that allow them to perform their task. This module introduces the underlying components and the scientific understanding behind their design to allow you to design machines that move better and more sustainably. Topics covered include bearings, gears, shafts, couplings and threaded fasteners along with power transmission, efficiency and the importance of component tolerance. The latest science understanding behind contact stress, tribology friction and wear, will lead you to safer and more effective, sustainable design choices. Alongside improved technical knowledge you will develop key skills in understanding technical literature and graphical communication.

In this module, you will explore the fundamental concepts of electrical machines, power electronic converters and power systems. You will dive into detailed studies on a range of DC and AC machines. This includes the operating principles and control methods of brushed DC motors, brushless DC motors and induction motors. It also covers power generation with synchronous generators and induction generators. Additionally, you will explore power electronic converters, focusing on their application in solar and wind energy systems, electric vehicles and industrial actuators. You will also learn about how electrical power systems work from generation to distribution, including traditional and smart grids. Hands-on laboratory sessions and practical projects will give you valuable experience working with real-world equipment and simulations. By the end of the module, you will have a solid foundation in power engineering and develop skills to tackle real-world engineering challenges in the rapidly evolving power industry.

This module provides you with practical competences in dynamics and industrial mechatronic design. It focuses on the dynamic modelling of mechanical and mechatronic systems in the time and frequency domain using a range of mathematical techniques. It will explore the fundamental principles and practical applications of dynamic analyses in engineering system, including vibration of multiple degree of freedom systems, impact, concepts of precision location and guidance of moving parts; design with flexural elements; kinematic design; and causes of errors in machine systems. The module emphasizes both analytical and computational approaches that will help you to identify, model and mitigate vibration and motion –related issues in mechanical and mechatronic engineering, machinery, and prepare them to tackle complex dynamic challenge in their future career.

In this module, you will gain essential skills in engineering management, covering key areas such as scheduling, project risk management, quality management, and cost and resource management. You will also explore entrepreneurial topics, including business model generation, market segmentation, and effective communication of business proposals. At the heart of the module is a group business proposal, where you will apply management theory from lectures and entrepreneurial workshops. Through presentations, pitches, and valuable insights from industry experts, you will develop your business ideas with creativity, innovation, and an entrepreneurial mindset—focusing on idea generation, start-ups, and venture planning. With a strong emphasis on ethical engineering and Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI), this module will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to take on management roles and drive positive change in your future career.

In this individual project, you will deepen your understanding of a specific engineering topic of your choice. You will conduct a detailed review of the topic, which will serve as a foundation for enhancing the technical content of your project. Depending on the nature of your work, you may need to perform computer simulations, mathematical analyses, and/or practical experiments. You will be assigned a project supervisor who is an expert in your chosen field and will provide guidance on both the technical aspects and project management. Additionally, you will receive support from academic staff, postgraduate students, and technical personnel.

The integration of mechanical engineering with electronics and intelligent computer control provides greater flexibility and increased functionality, it has become ubiquitous in a connected technology driven society. You will learn about the various building blocks: digital and analogue sensors and measurement systems; drive and actuation systems; and microprocessor systems together with the integration and software architecture necessary to ensure successful design. Automation is considered in the more general sense along with challenging ethics and responsibilities of advanced technologies with a brief introduction to machine intelligence. Robotics is used as a case study and there is a significant coursework exercise where you will demonstrate your skills in critical analysis, interfacing, programming and task planning to enable Bradley, a two-legged bipedal machine, to walk.

This module explores essential techniques for processing signals in digital systems. You’ll dive into the analogue to digital conversion process including sampling and quantisation, transforms, , digital filtering, signal synthesis, and error correction coding. A key focus is understanding discrete-time and frequency-domain signals, analysing them using MATLAB, and designing digital filters. Beyond theory, you’ll explore hardware implementation in digital CMOS circuits, together with software including power, speed and cost metrics. You’ll also explore datapath and memory design, system-level integration challenges, and the journey from design to implementation. Practical applications include the implementation of signal processing algorithms on FPGAs and microcontrollers, that will bridge the gap between theory and real-world embedded systems. By the end, you’ll have a solid foundation in digital signal processing and integrated circuit engineering, equipping you with skills crucial for working with modern digital communication, control and image processing technologies.

This module introduces power electronic switching devices and their role in single-phase and three-phase converters and inverters. You'll learn to analyse power electronic circuits, calculate switching losses, and design snubbers and electricity grid stabilisers. You will also learn to design medium- and high-frequency transformers for isolated power converters. You'll also develop control systems and gate drivers for power electronic devices. Beyond theory, you'll explore real-world applications, including using converters and inverters to control motors and generators in industrial settings. You'll also see how these technologies drive green energy solutions, such as wind turbines and solar power systems. By the end, you'll have the skills to design efficient, high-performance power electronics for modern energy and industrial applications.