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IMechE approved distance learning modules

Key Information

Course code

Start date

September and January

Subject area

Mechanical and Automotive Engineering

Credits

15 credits per module

Fees

See below for module fee table

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Entry requirements

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Overview

Step closer to Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with IMechE approved master’s distance learning courses.

Acquiring the professional title Chartered Engineer demonstrates your skills, experience and knowledge as an engineer. It’s proof of your professional competence against internationally recognised standards. It'll build your skills and enhance your career development. Brunel is one of four UK universities partnering the IMechE in its Distance Learning programme by offering a number of IMechE approved master’s distance learning courses you can study as part of your Further Learning Plan - the essential step toward achieving recognition as a Chartered Engineer.

How to apply

The first steps are carried out directly with the IMechE, where you'll need to complete the Approved Distance Learning Application form listed on their website and return it to them. They will then be in touch to confirm whether your plan has been approved and you'll be directed to apply to a university. Before completing the Further Learning Plan, you must have been informed that further learning is required, either by the Academic Review or after completing the Qualification Checker. Your plan will indicate the modules you need to take toward achieving recognition as a Chartered Engineer. You can then apply to Brunel using the 'Apply now' link on the right of this page - please note you will be asked to attach your Further Learning Plan to your application.

If you have any queries about your application, please email cedps-aco@brunel.ac.uk

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This module aims to introduce the principles and concepts underpinning the movement of fluids and the transfer of heat in building service equipment, and to develop and apply principles to typical and practical design problems in building services.
This module aims to develop an appreciation of energy demand by buildings, to provide an understanding of main drivers for installing renewable energy systems in the built environment, and to provide an introduction to the integration of renewable energy systems in the built environment for the non-building services specialist.
This module aims to provide an appreciation of the theoretical basis of control and communication systems and their application to building services plant, in particular through the use of building management systems.
This module aims to develop a wider understanding of the role and behaviour of individuals and groups undertaking engineering activities.
This module aims to establish an appreciation of the structures of organisation, and to establish an appreciation of the tools used in effecting change within the building services engineering sector.
This module aims to establish an appreciation of the procedures and tools used in managing engineering businesses, and to develop an awareness of the external factors affecting engineering businesses.
This module aims to provide awareness of legislation related to energy, environment and sustainability, to provide theoretical and practical hands-on training in conducting a site environmental review and audit, and to provide training on energy audit and management.
This module aims to provide experience in the evaluation of building internal environment and the effect of building services design solutions, to introduce the principles and expose students to the practice of engineering services design for buildings, and to develop an understanding of the way in which assets are managed within business.
This module aims to develop an understanding of the way in which assets and engineering contracts are managed within the business and legal framework.
This module aims to consider the principles of solar energy and its environmental impact, to provide an understanding of solar energy conversion technologies , to learn design principles of solar energy systems, and to gain knowledge in the criteria and methodology for performance evaluation of solar energy systems.
This modules enables students to learn the principles for power generation technology and systems of wind, tidal, wave and hydroelectricity, to understand the energy conversion systems of wind, tidal, wave and hydroelectricity, to acquire design principles for power generation technology and systems of wind, tidal, wave and hydroelectricity, and to evaluate the criteria and methodology for performance of wind, tidal, wave and hydroelectricity energy systems and their environmental impact.
This module aims to consider the principles of renewable resources including geothermal, biomass and hydrogen as an energy carrier and their environmental impact, and to provide an understanding of renewable energy conversion technologies.
This module aims to introduce the design principles of noise control, fire safety, public health and vertical transportation in buildings.
This module aims to provide the knowledge and understanding of the principles of electrical services design and power distribution with an emphasis on local energy conversion, and to introduce the principles and practice of modern energy conversion technologies and their application in power generation for renewable energy applications.
This module aims to provide the essential appreciation and understanding of electrical services design in building services applications, with particular reference to safety requirements, and to explain and illustrate the principles of lighting design in building services applications.
  • Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the advanced principles and practice of modern energy conversion technologies
  • Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the processes for local energy conversion and utilisation in buildings.
  • Systematically evaluate the appropriate techniques for the solution of engineering problems in this field, analyse, apply complex mathematical or technical solutions and physical principles.
This module aims to familiarise the students with principles of heat transfer, to develop the principles of building heat transfer, to examine the dynamic thermal behaviour of buildings, to reinforce and apply the principles of psychrometrics, and to provide an overview of the characteristics of air conditioning systems, design requirements and criteria for system selection.

Fees

Each module is priced individually and can be found on our postgraduate fees page in the 'Fees for Associate module students' section. You can then open the corresponding fee table for the correct academic year.

If you have any questions regarding module fees, please contact the Admissions team at admissions@brunel.ac.uk.