Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Distance Learning Degree Qualification

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Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Distance learning degree qualification

GLOBAL STUDY GLOBAL RECOGNITION 1 QUALIFICATION LEAFLET Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Q65) 2 Qualification details Modules

From microscopic electronic devices to super structures like dams, For a full list of modules available, please refer techniques, including calculus, recurrence relations, bridges and towers, engineering has a vast scope that touches every area to our website, www.openuniversity.edu. matrices and vectors and statistics, and use integrated of our lives. specialist mathematical software to solve problems. Assessment key Exploring mathematics (MS221) EMA = End-of-module assessment The BEng (Hons) is a fascinating and The Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering, leading to thorough general engineering degree the MSc in Engineering. iCMA = Interactive computer marked assessment Credits: 30 at Level 2 course that explores the fundamentals of Qualified engineers are much in demand for their rigorous TMA = Tutor-marked assignment Assessment: 4 TMAs, 1 Examination this creative and analytical subject, and approach to problem solving and high level of numeracy. Exploring mathematics builds on the concepts and Stage 1 provides a firm foundation on which to build These skills open up a wide range of other career techniques in Using mathematics (MST121) and uses opportunities – for example in management or finance – a successful career. the same software. It looks at questions underlying as well as in engineering itself. Engineering the future (T174) some of those techniques, such as why particular It covers the range of techniques, concepts and knowledge patterns occur in mathematical solutions and how you required by professional engineers – from materials Credits: 30 at Level 1 Entry requirements can be confident that a result is true. It introduces the and mechanics to design and modelling – and you’ll There are no formal entry requirements to study this Assessment: 5 TMAs, 1 Examination role of reasoning and offers opportunities to investigate have the opportunity to specialise in a number of areas: degree. However, you will need to assess your current This key introductory Level 1 course examines the range mathematical problems. engineering design, environmental technologies, or competence in mathematics. You will also need to have a of human activity that is ’engineering‘, from design energy and sustainability. Learning outcomes have been proficiency in English as all course material, exams and Stage 2 concepts to the manufacture of products. It introduces defined to fulfil the Engineering Council’s requirements tutor support is in English. under UK-SPEC, and early on in your studies you’ll compile the context in which engineers operate –including issues Engineering: mechanics, materials, design such as product safety and patent law – and looks at a development plan aimed to fulfil your personal and Course duration (T207) professional aims. You’ll work on real projects and there current engineering practice. It considers some of the Typically it takes six years part-time study to complete this are two week-long residential schools where you’ll team developments in engineering methods and applications qualification, but you can take anything up to 12 years. Credits: 60 at Level 2 up with other students to create innovative solutions to that will shape the future. The course is ideal if you are Assessment: 7 TMAs, 1 Examination challenging problems. Modules and pathways considering studying engineering at higher levels and wish to acquire more specialised skills. Engineering is about extending society’s horizons by Career relevance and As part of your registration you can choose a pathway. solving technical problems – from meeting basic needs Pathways are different sets of module options, allowing Engineering: professions, practice and skills 1 employability for food and shelter to generating wealth by trade. you to specialise in certain subjects to complete your (T176) Engineers prefer to see difficulties as challenges or On graduation you should be eligible to apply (via an degree. opportunities – they appear to be solving problems, appropriate engineering institution) to the Engineering To complete your degree you need to achieve 360 credits; Credits: 30 at Undergraduate Level 1 but they’re actually creating solutions: an altogether Council for registration as Incorporated Engineer. 120 credits at Level 1, 120 at Level 2, and 120 at Level 3; Assessment: To be confirmed more imaginative activity. In exploring how technical You might want to carry on with your studies and work with each module being 30-60 credits. solutions are created, this course combines the In this module (planned from February 2014) you’ll take towards registration as a Chartered Engineer. There are There is currently only one pathway for this qualification mechanics of solids and fluids with the structure and the first steps in planning your personal development to two routes: available to international students: properties of materials. gain the experience and skills that lead to professional The MEng – this postgraduate qualification builds on engineering status. An engineering topic will be used as the BEng (Hons), and must be completed within four Design for engineers (T218) the basis for learning development and consideration of years of the undergraduate degree. It is accredited as Engineering design pathway issues in engineering. You’ll gain practical skills invaluable satisfying the educational requirements for registration Credits: 30 at Level 2 for an engineering degree: taking measurements; as Chartered Engineer (see the Engineering website for Assessment: To be confirmed The following pages provide an introduction to the analysing data; seeking and evaluating information; further information) modules you can study on this pathway. modelling; problem-solving; and design for decision- In a new module available from October 2013, you’ll making. learn about the process of designing, about how designs are conceived, presented and developed, as Using mathematics (MST121) well as basic principles of mechanics and materials that are required by the engineering designer. Credits: 30 at Level 1 Assessment: 5 TMAs, 1 CMA, 1 Examination Engineering: professions, practice and skills 2 This broad, enjoyable introduction to university-level (T276) mathematics assumes some prior knowledge, as Credits: 30 at Level 2 described on our MathsChoices website. The course shows how mathematics can be applied to answer Assessment: To be confirmed some key questions from science, technology, and A new module available from October 2013. everyday life. You will study a range of fundamental

Stage 3 FAQs Innovation: designing for a sustainable future (T307)

Credits: 60 at Level 3 Can I study in any country? How do you work towards a Assessment: 5 TMAs, 1 EMA This course is not available in all countries. Please use the qualification? Course Finder menu at www.openuniversity.edu to see what We measure the size of our qualifications in credits – an How do successful innovations emerge? How do courses are available in your country. designers, technologists, managers and end-users create honours degree is 360 credits, made up of three 120-credit and develop new ideas, designs and inventions? How Is an OU qualification recognised in stages. are these translated into marketable products? This Each stage is made up of a number of modules which course examines these questions, but its concerns go my country? cover different parts of the subject. Modules are also beyond innovation just for commercial and competitive An OU degree is equal in academic standard to a degree measured in credits and are set at different ‘levels’. Levels advantage. It also looks at whether and how innovation from any other British university. The University is subject to give an indication of a module’s relative complexity and/ can be directed towards ensuring a socially, economically the same quality assurance procedures, through the Quality or depth of learning. Most modules are worth either 30 or and environmentally sustainable future. You'll work on a Assurance Agency (QAA), as all other British universities, 60 credits and are set at Levels 1, 2 and 3, which roughly project either individually or in a team that makes use of and uses external assessors and examiners to ensure equates to studying in the first, second and third year at a the ideas and methods taught in the course. This course comparability of standard and level in its courses. campus-based university. is fully accessible even if you do not have a technical A leaflet is available on how you can apply for formal So for a typical three-stage honours degree you would background. recognition in your country. To download the leaflet, please study: go to www.openuniversity.edu/brochures/recognition. 120 credits at Stage 1, taking modules worth 30 or 60 Structural integrity: designing against failure pdf. credits at Level 1 (T357) What tutor support will I receive? 120 credits at Stage 2, taking modules worth 30 or 60 credits at Level 2 Credits: 30 at Level 3 The OU excels in its unrivalled support for students. You’ll 120 credits at Stage 3, taking modules worth 30 or 60 Assessment: 3 TMAs, 2 CMAs, 1 Examination have email and online support from a tutor and you will be credits at Level 3. able to discuss your study in online tutor group discussions, Structural integrity is the study of the safe design and using our customised learning environment. Our community In the example given above, each stage could consist of assessment of components and structures under load, websites Platform and OpenLearn offer a different perspective two 60-credit modules or one 60-credit module and two and has become increasingly important in engineering on your subject, and a huge range of OU resources on 30-credit modules, or four 30-credit modules. design. It integrates aspects of stress analysis, YouTube and iTunes U can expand your understanding. materials behaviour and the mechanics of failure into In addition, you can tap into a range of enthusiastic and How long does it take? the engineering design process. The course is well- welcoming OU social network groups on Facebook, Twitter Our qualifications are designed to be flexible. So if you illustrated with case studies, and will be of interest to and LinkedIn. want to vary the amount of time you spend studying, you anyone associated with the design of any component or can. The table below is a guide on the time required, structure that experiences loading, and will be of benefit Are there any entry requirements? but call us today to discuss how you can vary the study in developing skills in the analysis and assessment of intensity and therefore the time taken to complete your product design. It has universal applicability in the UK and For most undergraduate qualifications you don’t need course. across international boundaries. any formal qualifications, or to pass an entry test to study with us. Our undergraduate qualifications are open to Undergraduate Credits Time required to The engineering project (T450) all because we believe anyone who is keen to succeed qualifications required complete1 should have the opportunity to study. Diploma of higher 240 2 years full-time study Credits: 30 at Level 3 As part of the registration process, however, you will be education (Dip HE) or 4 years part-time asked to confirm your proficiency in English. (If you are This course is the compulsory project module of the BEng study unsure, you can take a short online test, which you will (Hons). It gives you an opportunity to demonstrate the BSc degree with 360 3 years full-time study find when completing the online registration form.) knowledge and skills you have already acquired in your honours or 6 years part-time Level 3 engineering studies, by completing an individual Can I count previous study towards study engineering project. You’ll choose the theme from a selection of broad project headings: electronic materials, an OU qualification? How much will it cost? engineering small worlds, environmental monitoring, fluid Any higher-education level studies you’ve successfully If you are studying with us for the first time our standard mechanics, innovation and design, managing complexity, completed elsewhere may count towards your OU fee for 2012/2013 is £5,000 – based on 120 credits of materials failure, solid mechanics and structural integrity. degree or other qualification. We enable you to do this by study – which is equivalent to a year’s full-time study at You’ll develop the project topic, execute it and then write awarding you a certain amount of ‘transferred credit’. By a campus-based university. Of course you don’t have to it up. transferring credit gained from previous study, you can study 120 credits a year and the price you pay will be reduce the amount you need from OU study to achieve proportionate to the standard fee. So, for example, if you your qualification. For more information please go to www. only study 60 credits a year, you will pay 50 per cent of the openuniversity.edu. standard fee.

For more information and to register go to www.openuniversity.edu, or call +44 845 241 6555 For more information and to register go to www.openuniversity.edu, or call +44 845 241 6555 5 QUALIFICATION LEAFLET Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Q65) 6 What do I need to do next? Credit studied Percentage Cost per Time taken each year1 of standard year to complete fee a 360-credit honours degree 120 credits 100% £5,000 3 years full- It takes just 2 simple steps. a year time study Begin the process to secure your place. 60 credits 50% £2,500 6 years a year part-time Here's how easy it is. study 1For illustrative purposes only – in most cases you can vary the number of credits taken per year and therefore the time taken to 1. Register now complete the course. Please note: prices are approximate and subject to change. Visit our website or call us for latest details. Go to www.openuniversity.edu, select the Courses section When can I start? and the degree you require. You will then be asked to select a pathway to register. (Pathways are different selections of course To give you more opportunities to start, most qualifications modules to complete your degree.) have two intakes a year – October and February. To start in October 2013, for example, you need to register no later Alternatively call us on +44 845 241 6555. than 10th September 2013. Don’t worry, you don’t need to pay anything at this Level. What payment options are there? As soon as you have registered you’ll get an email which contains your login details. Your payment options include spreading the cost over confirmation monthly instalments with our own affordable student budget account, OUSBA (for certain EU countries). For more information please go to . www.open.ac.uk/ousba 2. Choose your first module, Can I meet and network with other students? make payment to enrol Definitely – when you start with the OU you automatically become a member of the Open University Student Before you start studying you will need to choose and Association (OUSA). OUSA also runs a popular student register on your first modules and arrange payment; forum site. For more information, go to www.ousa.org.uk. instructions for this will be emailed to you. Once you have gained your qualification, you can join Once complete you will officially be an Open University the OU Alumni Association, our vibrant and active alumni student – welcome! community with 280,000 members worldwide. You will enjoy many membership benefits, including regular newsletters, good networking opportunities and access to the alumni website. How is my privacy protected? We record your personal information when you contact us and use this to manage registration, study, examination and other services. When you register, we’ll tell you more about how we process and use your personal information. The support I got from my tutor was fantastic, and now the When should I apply?

Apply as early as you can – particularly if you wish to claim degree will help me change career. for credit for previous study. Registration open dates are Naomi Clarke, Open University student shown in the Courses section at www.openuniversity. edu.

For more information and to register go to www.openuniversity.edu, or call +44 845 241 6555 For more information and to register go to www.openuniversity.edu, or call +44 845 241 6555 All details shown in this leaflet are correct as at February 2013, but are subject to change. Please call +44 845 241 6555 for the latest details.

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