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University of Bradford

School of Engineering, Design and Technology

Awarding and teaching University of Bradford institution: Final award: MSc [National Qualifications Framework level M] Programme titles: Engineering Quality Improvement Programme accredited by: Duration: 2½ years part time UCAS code: Subject benchmark statement: Date produced: original: 18 April 2003, Updated 30th March 2007

The School of Engineering, Design and Technology has close links with industry and has developed this innovative programme in collaboration with the Ford Motor Company to meet the needs of the modern automotive industry. The MSc is a flexible programme of workplace-based research supported by an individually tailored system of learning support material; hence, it is designed for graduates employed within this particular industry. You will work with a university specialist to complete a work-based project of Masters quality which also delivers real benefits to the company. This close alignment with the job maximises your input to the learning programme while minimising the off-site commitment. The Programme allows the company to get maximum business benefit from the continuing professional development of its key employees.

The aims of the Programme are to allow you to  Develop and enhance personal research, technical and motivational skills.  Master the understanding and application of modern specialist tools and techniques.  Learn from expert guidance in up-to-date engineering knowledge. and your employer to  Improve its processes and products by applying world-class professional knowledge and expertise.  Bring academic standards of research into the workplace.  Provide learning opportunities tailored to individual and company requirements.  Identify potential efficiency and cost savings.

These aims are achieved by a focus on Reliability and Robustness, Virtual Prototyping, Product and Process Improvement, Quality Improvement, Cost Reduction and Shorter Development Times by the application of the best from Total Quality Excellence, Statistical Analysis, Process Control, Computer Modelling and Simulation, Virtual Engineering and Testing to achieve Total Customer Satisfaction through Continuous Improvement of products and processes.

Learning outcomes indicate what a graduate should know and understand, and be able to do on successful completion of the programme. Engineering is an interactive process usually involving data collection, planning, analysis, design, economic evaluation, construction, operation and maintenance and decommissioning with a view to minimising environmental impact. As such, you will develop the following:

 Mastery of up-to-date Engineering Quality Improvement tools and disciplines.  Competence in modern methods and procedures for data collection, modelling and analysis.  Production of new research material and critical evaluation of existing work both within the Company and wider public domain.  Enhanced skills in the presentation and defence of work of advanced standing.

The curriculum The Programme is a project-based research degree with individually tailored tuition. The major element of work comprises the workplace based research project conducted over the duration of the programme. You must qualify in 5 practitioner (FTEP or equivalent) Engineering Quality modules. You will also be Effective for the academic year 2007-2008 © 2007 University of Bradford encouraged to follow appropriate University enhancement modules via a distance learning mode. Although this learning support forms an integral part of the Programme it is not directly assessed; the assessment being conducted via the consideration of the final thesis.

Assessment regulations: a summary (the text of the progression regulations is maintained on the Web) http://www.brad.ac.uk/admin/acsec/QA_Hbk/Postgrad_Taught_Regs.html

You will have to satisfy the examiners of the quality of your research via the presentation of an acceptable thesis and its defence at a viva-voce examination.

 Induction module  5 days at the University  Major research project  Up to 150 days, work-based  Study weeks (2, one per year)  10 days at the University  Quarterly reviews  6 days (3 at the University, 3 at Company)  Practitioner courses (FTEP or  Typically 10 days (or by distance equivalent) learning)  University enhancement units  Up to 15 days by distance learning  Contact with academic supervisor  Typically 1 hour per week for 2 ½ years Course Structure The programme is flexibly structured so that you will be able to join at any time of the academic year. It comprises the following

An extract from the Programme brochure and reproduced on the last page indicates the typical chronological structure of your studies. Within this programme you will be referred to as a “delegate” rather than as a student reflecting your status.

 Applied Consumer Focus  Experimental Design  Failure Mode & Effects Analysis  Global 8D  Parameter Design  Process Control Methods  Reliability  System Engineering Fundamentals  Tolerance Design  Design Verification, Production and Process Validation  Engineering Statistics

The instructional element of the MSc programme is centred on the core competences of the tools of Engineering Quality Improvement, which include:

Practitioner-level professional training modules in these tools are provided either through the University or through an approved training supplier. Obtaining qualification in at least five of the above modules is a requirement for obtaining the degree. University enhancement units are then used to provide academic underpinning of the professional training modules, for example:

Effective for the academic year 2007-2008 © 2007 University of Bradford  Engineering Quality Management  Statistical Design of Experiments  Statistical and Probability Methods  Reliability Engineering  Data Processing and Analysis  Virtual Engineering (using I-Deas, MATLAB, ADAMS)

Some of these modules are available online through the University's Internet-based Distance Learning programme.

Lectures and group seminars on the principles of Quality Engineering and Management are provided during the Induction week (5 days residential at the University). Also, study group seminars, lectures and individual tuition in Data Analysis and Applied Statistics, Regression Analysis and Significance Testing, Reliability and Life Testing are provided during the Study weeks (twice a year). You may also be advised to take specialist technical courses, such as Finite Element Analysis, Numerical Methods, Dynamic Analysis, Braking of Road Vehicles, Automotive Electronics and Telematics, which are available through the School of Engineering, Design and Technology at Bradford University. There is no formal assessment for the University enhancement modules. You are encouraged to follow these modules when and as required by the course of your research and to demonstrate their knowledge in the thesis.

Teaching, learning and assessment strategies You will experience a wide range of teaching and learning environments within your workplace. Your research will be supported by regular meetings with your supervisor whilst taught material will be presented via distance learning formats.

The formal assessment is by the examination of a research thesis, which is supported by the submission of Quarterly Reviews. The thesis is examined under the University Regulations governing the assessment of MPhil dissertations.

Admission requirements Each student is a selected individual, in a professional role within the product research, design, purchasing, supply, or manufacturing function.

English Language Requirements All students must satisfy the English language requirements for admission as described in http://www.brad.ac.uk/international/english-prepare.php. If your native language is not English, you will have to pass a test in English approved by the University before you can be admitted. The following qualifications are acceptable as satisfying this requirement. Both are available internationally. . The International English Language Testing Service Test (IELTS) administered by the British Council is the test which is preferred by the University. You will need to achieve an Overall Band of at least 6, with at least 5 in each of the four sub-tests. Testing facilities are available at most British Council overseas offices. When you take your test, you should ask for a copy of your Test Report Form to be sent to the University. . The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) administered by the Educational Testing Service, Princeton, New Jersey, 08540, USA. You will need to score at least 550 (220 on the computer-based test). If you take this test, you should enter the University’s code 0828, on your answer sheet.

Should you not be able to offer these grades then you should contact the Admissions Tutor for further advice.

Student support and guidance This is provided both by the Company and your University Supervisor.

The contents of this Programme Specification may change, subject to the University's course and regulatory approval, monitoring and review procedures.

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