M.Sc. Product and System Design
Aalesund University College
| Application deadline: | Non-EU citizens -1 March; Norwegian, Nordic and EU/EEA citzens - 15 April |
| Credits: | 120 ECTS |
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| Delivery mode: | On Campus |
Description
Advanced Maritime Operations are in the center of Western Norways shipping activities. The future for product- and system design is unlimited.
You can be part of moulding the offshore-future with a Masters Degree in Product and System Design from Aalesund University College.
Program
The program focuses on the design of ship equipment and maritime systems. You will be challenged in developing new solutions that are safe, environmentally friendly and efficient. You will learn about advanced systems that include robots, cranes and winches used in deck solutions which address the complex interactions between operators.
You will also concentrate on the maritime operations that the ship is performing, and you will be simulating these operations in order to design the required maritime systems in the most efficient way.
Part of the program combines theory and practice by students spending time with the nearby maritime companies. The maritime cluster around Aalesund is among the most complete in the World, and Norwegian maritime enterprises together form an internationally competitive, expertise-based industry that comprises an unrivalled degree of professionalism. You will acquire skills and attitudes to act efficiently within the design of maritime products and systems in the offshore industry throughout the world.
Career opportunities
With a Master Degree in Product- and System Design from Aalesund University College you are well prepared to work in design and engineering companies, shipbuilding and ship owner companies, and in the offshore industry all over the world. During your studies you will be able to spend time with the nearby industry.
Contents
The MSc program is internationally oriented. All subjects are taught in English
Dicipline oriented MSc, full time study (120 ECTS)
- Product family design
- Industrial design and Human Factor
- Computer Aided Engineering, CAE
- Mechatronics, robots and deck machines
- Machinery systems
- Best practice modules
- Product - and system design
- Managing international corporations
- Scientific theory and methods
- MSc thesis, dicipline oriented, 120 ECTS
Dicipline oriented MSc, part time study (120 ECTS)
- Product family design
- Industrial design and Human Factor
- Computer Aided Engineering, CAE
- Mechatronics, robots and deck machines
- Machinery systems
- Best practice modules
- Product - and system design
- Managing international corporations
- Scientific theory and methods
- MSc thesis, dicipline oriented, 120 ECTS
Common Best Practice Modules Best Practice Subjects: SYSTEMS
- Lean Systems
- System Modeling
- System Simulation
- System Simulation in Matlab/Simulink
Best Practice Subjects: ADVANCED MARINE OPERATIONS
- Safety evaluation of advanced marine
- operations
- Man-Machine-Interaction and Usability
- Testing
- Advanced Marine Operations
- Ships and systems for cold and harsh environments
Spesial Best Practice (second year students)
- 3D Visualization
- Life-Cycle-Cost Management
- Structural integration of heavy equipment on hull structures
- Advanced Marine Operations II - subsea
Professional MSc, full time study (90 ECTS)
- Product family design
- Industrial design and Human Factor
- Computer Aided Engineering, CAE
- Mechatronics, robots and deck machines
- Machinery systems
- Best practice modules
- Product - and system design
- Managing international corporations
- MSc thesis, professional master (90
ECTS)
Professional MSc, part time study (90 ECTS)
- Product family design
- Industrial design and Human Factor
- Computer Aided Engineering, CAE
- Mechatronics, robots and deck machines
- Machinery systems
- Best practice modules
- Product - and system design
- Managing international corporations
- MSc thesis, professional master (90
ECTS)
Common Best Practice Modules Best Practice Subjects: SYSTEMS
- Lean Systems
- System Modeling
- System Simulation
- System Simulation in Matlab/Simulink
Best Practice Subjects: ADVANCED MARINE OPERATIONS
- Safety evaluation of advanced marine operations
- Man-Machine-Interaction and Usability Testing
- Advanced Marine Operations
- Ships and systems for cold and harsh environments
Special Best Practice (second year students)
- 3D Visualization
- Life-Cycle-Cost Management
- Structural integration of heavy equipment on hull structures
- Advanced Marine Operations II - subsea
Requirements
Discipline Oriented Master Degree (120 ECTS credits):
- BSc in engineering in mechanical or marine technology or a documented, equivalent education
- Documented English skills
- Sufficient funding
Professional Oriented Master Degree (90 ECTS credits):
- BSc in engineering in mechanical or marine technology or a documented, equivalent education
- Documented English skills
- Two years documented, relevant experience in product development, engineering and design
- Sufficient funding
Applicants with other BSc specialisation may be considered for admission, but must enclose detailed information in English concerning the contents of their BSc programme (list of courses and preferably syllabus with detailed course descriptions).
English Language Requirements
| IELTS band: | 6 |
| TOEFL paper-based test score: | 550 |
| TOEFL computer-based test score: | 200 |
| TOEFL internet-based test score: | 80 |
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test if you come from a non-English speaking country.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
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