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Ultra Precision Techologies – (M.Sc.)
Cranfield University
School of Applied Sciences
| Location: | Cranfield / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 12 months | Start Date: | October |
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| Languages: | English | ||
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Suitable for physics and engineering graduates with an interest in the development of ultra precision systems and processes for high-technology products. The part-time option will allow practitioners to enhance their professional development within their current employment.
Takes you on to a wide range of careers involving ultra precision systems and processes, with responsibilities in research, development, design and management in a range of markets including optoelectronics and displays, medical devices, aerospace, space, defence, and automotive.
You will be taught by world-renowned experts in ultra precision from Cranfield University, with support from subject specialists at the Opto-electronics Technology and Incubation Centre (OpTIC), the Optical Science Laboratory of University College London and the Institute of Manufacturing at the University of Cambridge.
Course descriptionHigh-technology products fundamentally depend on a range of ultra precision systems and processes. Next generation products for space, aerospace, energy production, displays, sensors and advanced medical devices demand ultra precision technologies in order to achieve their superior functionality.
The course has been designed to equip engineers and scientists with an understanding of the underlying principles of important ultra precision technologies as well as provide exposure and understanding of their state-of-the-art applications.
Students will study all aspects of ultra precision technologies including the philosophy of determinism, fundamental precision design and metrology principles, critical computer-based design and application tools, detailed knowledge of ultra precision processes and their applications. Strategic approaches to safeguard technology management, intellectual property and product innovation are reviewed.
The Ultra Precision Technologies programme is truly world-class, led by Cranfield University, with support from the Opto-electronics Technology and Incubation Centre (OpTIC) in North Wales, the Optical Science Laboratory of University College London and the Institute for Manufacturing at the University of Cambridge. Course modules are delivered at three locations - Cranfield, OpTIC and Cambridge.
Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip) students complete eight modules and the group project. Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert) students complete five modules and an assignment.
Group project
There is a strong emphasis on applying knowledge in the industrial environment.This involves working in teams to fulfil demanding objectives within a tight timescale, applying state-of-the-art technologies and approaches, and delivering results to a high professional standard. For part-time students a thesis usually replaces the group project.
Individual thesis project
The individual project provides students with the opportunity to research,develop and apply technologies in their chosen area, developing their depth of understanding and ability to provide ultra precision solutions. Many of the projects are supported by external organisations.
Modules:Course modules:
* Precision Engineering
* Metrology and Optical Testing
* Managing Innovation and New Product Development
* Computer-aided Engineering for Ultra Precision
* Optical Design and Fabrication
* Surface Engineering and Coatings
* Modern Optical Technologies
* Laser Micromachining and Surface Structuring
Accreditation
This course is accredited by the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3) on behalf of the Engineering Council as meeting the academic requirements for Chartered Engineer status.
Contents
The course comprises eight one-week assessed modules, an introductory module, a group project and an individual project.
The modules include lectures and tutorials, and are assessed through written examinations and assignments. The modules equip students with the knowledge required to complete the group and individual projects. The course components detailed above are weighted as follows:
* Taught modules 40% - Understanding "tomorrow's technologies"
* Group project* 20% - Effective application of ultra precision
* Individual project 40% - Demonstrating personal learning and application
* For part-time students an individual research project can replace the group project
The group project is an applied team based activity, in which students apply the skills gained through the taught modules to an industrially-defined problem. Success depends on the integration of various activities in relation to agreed objectives, deadlines and budgets. Students submit a project report and present their findings to representatives from the public sector and/or industry.
For the individual thesis project students select a project in consultation with the Course Director. It provides students with the opportunity to research, develop and apply technologies in their chosen area, working within agreed objectives, deadlines and budgets. Students develop their depth of understanding and ability to provide ultra precision solutions. Part-time students then undertake their individual project at their place of work.
The full-time course is of 12 months' duration commencing in October. The modular format of the taught element permits a high degree of flexibility of attendance at Cranfield for part-time students who may commence the course at any time during the year.
Part-time
Part-time programmes are structured in a similar way to the full-time programme and comprise eight one-week assessed modules, a group project (or dissertation), and an individual project, which results in the production of a thesis. Part-time students are normally expected to complete their MSc in two to three years. The modular nature of the programmes allows students a degree of flexibility in the number and order of modules completed each year. Students may commence the course at any time during the year.
Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip)
Delivered and assessed at Masters level, the PgDip represents the taught element of the associated MSc. Students are expected to complete eight modules and a group project.
Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert)
Delivered and assessed at Masters level, the PgCert comprises a subset of the syllabus for the taught element of the associated MSc/PgDip course. Students are expected to complete six modules.
Advanced Professional Master of Technology (MTech)
The innovative MTech programme is unique to Cranfield. It combines taught course MSc study, company-based research, professional development and industrial experience. The total study period is two years and offers teaching and research to develop effective academic expertise as well as directly relevant industrial research experience to progress your career in your chosen sector
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Requirements
Candidates must possess, or be expected to achieve, a 1st or 2nd class UK honours degree or equivalent in a relevant physics, engineering or science-based discipline. Other relevant qualifications together with considerable industrial experience may be considered.
Where applicable students must achieve a minimum IELTS score of 6.5. Our Academic English Summer Programme offers pre-sessional training courses in English for academic purposes.
Language Proficiency
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade C (Score: 60) |
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