Cranfield University has extensive strategic links with the automotive industry and key players in the forefront of automotive research and development. This high level of engagement with industry through short courses, consultancy and research make our graduates some of the most desirable in the UK and abroad for companies to recruit.
The MSc in Automotive Mechantronics is made up of ten compulsory taught modules, a group project and an individual research project. In addition to management, communication, team work and research skills, each student will attain at least the following outcomes from this degree course.
Systematically use a range of calculation methods to formulate an overall concept and detailed design of components, assemblies and systems for road vehicles, to satisfy ergonomic, safety, structural integrity and performance requirements. Critically assess the mechanical design of automotive chassis components using hand calculations, solid body modelling and the finite element method. Undertake thermodynamic and combustion calculations, supported by knowledge of fuel properties and the combustion process in spark ignition and diesel engines. Analyse the vehicle handling behaviour for driver inputs and the ride response due to road surface irregularities. Evaluate modern control systems used in engine management, powertrain, brake and suspension systems. Evaluate and construct mechatronics models within the context of practical automotive design concepts, performance and constrains and interpret the simulation results accordingly. Design control systems that meet the multi-disciplinary requirements of safety and robustness and critically evaluate different hardware implementation strategies. Evaluate energy storage and prime mover technology options for a hybrid or electric vehicle and be able to select between different technologies relative to a given vehicle application and overall system design.
Cranfield University, United Kingdom
Cranfield University has extensive strategic links with the automotive industry and key players in the forefront of automotive research and development. This high level of engagement with industry through short courses, consultancy and research make our graduates some of the most desirable in the UK and abroad for companies to recruit.
The MSc in Automotive Mechantronics is made up of ten compulsory taught modules, a group project and an individual research project. In addition to management, communication, team work and research skills, each student will attain at least the following outcomes from this degree course.
Systematically use a range of calculation methods to formulate an overall concept and detailed design of components, assemblies and systems for road vehicles, to satisfy ergonomic, safety, structural integrity and performance requirements. Critically assess the mechanical design of automotive chassis components using hand calculations, solid body modelling and the finite element method. Undertake thermodynamic and combustion calculations, supported by knowledge of fuel properties and the combustion process in spark ignition and diesel engines. Analyse the vehicle handling behaviour for driver inputs and the ride response due to road surface irregularities. Evaluate modern control systems used in engine management, powertrain, brake and suspension systems. Evaluate and construct mechatronics models within the context of practical automotive design concepts, performance and constrains and interpret the simulation results accordingly. Design control systems that meet the multi-disciplinary requirements of safety and robustness and critically evaluate different hardware implementation strategies. Evaluate energy storage and prime mover technology options for a hybrid or electric vehicle and be able to select between different technologies relative to a given vehicle application and overall system design.
Cranfield University, United Kingdom
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