MSc in Automotive Systems Engineering For the development of Engineering Specialists Dr Thomas Steffen Programme Director

Loughborough University - The Automotive Triangle Strong industrial heritage International Airport Ca 1 Hour to Birmingham, Coventry, Warwick, Oxford Several OEMs: JLR, Nissan, BMW, Ford Location of most Formula 1 Teams

MSc in Automotive Systems Engineering Background Overview of the programme Course content and delivery Current and future developments Example of module content and delivery in the new format 24 June 2016

Postgraduate Development Prof Steven Kenny, Associate Dean Teaching Thomas Steffen, Senior Lecturer, Postgraduate Programme Director Prof Gary Page, Associate Dean Research + ca 20 academics with specialist expertise Flexible research lead teaching and research offers Emphasis on integration of the fundamentals with simulation and testing to develop problem solving skills Flexibility to provide for single modules, blocks to develop speciality (PGCert) or full Automotive MSc, including a research project Modules are block taught to allow industrial students Full time and part time PhD offers

Who is it for ? aimed initially at prospective product development engineers also offers significant value to prospective manufacturing engineers strong technical focus with systems engineering theme choice of modules: gives breadth to course provides depth in chosen topics (

Key Elements of Automotive Systems Engineering Corporate strategies and mind-set - organizational infrastructure - corporate engineering knowledge Core Business developed & passed on by automotive companies General engineering knowledge fundamentals vehicle engineering broader perspective Education can be & taught most efficiently by universities

Graduates should acquire: knowledge and technical expertise in a wide range of automotive disciplines - essential for effective communication specific skills in formulating automotive engineering systems in terms of functional requirements, safety, reliability, performance and robustness relevant and in-depth knowledge in chosen areas through specialist modules the ability to apply new skills and knowledge via the MSc project

Programme structure (full-time) Year 1: six 20-credit taught modules (180 credits) Select six taught-modules according to your choice Spread over Semester 1 and Semester 2 Year 1 + Summer: MSc project (60 credits) Develops ideas, tools and understanding Spread over Semester 1, Semester 2 and the summer

Module Groups and Seelction Modules come in three groups (Postgraduate Certificates) You do not have to chose two groups, although that may be a good starting point. Powertrain Simulation and Test Vehicle and Powertrain Functional Performance Sustainable Vehicle Powertrains Powertrain Calibration Optimisation Intelligent Vehicle Systems Vehicle Dynamics and Control Vehicle Electrical Systems Integration Autonomous Vehicle Systems Body and Chassis Simulation and Test Vehicle Systems Analysis Body Engineering Vehicle Aerodynamics

Module Delivery 2 Weeks prestudy (with a test or a report) 1 Week lectures 6-8 Weeks for coursework reports (typically two pieces)

Provisional Module Dates for 2017/18 Academic Year Module Name Provisional Module Date Induction 5 January 2018 17TTP401 Sustainable Vehicle Powertrains 08 – 12 January 2018 17TTP451 Powertrain Calibration Optimisation 12 – 16 March 2018 17TTP800 Powertrain Calibration Optimisation + MATLAB Exercises Deadline: ca End of April 2018

Provisional Module Dates for 2017/18 Academic Year Start 2017-08-14 2017-08-21 2017-08-28 2017-09-04 2017-09-11 2017-09-18 2017-09-25 2017-10-02 2017-10-09 2017-10-16 2017-10-23 2017-10-30 2017-11-06 2017-11-13 2017-11-20 2017-11-27 2017-12-04 2017-12-11 2017-12-18 2017-12-25 2018-01-01 2018-01-08 2018-01-15 2018-01-22 2018-01-29 2018-02-05 2018-02-12 2018-02-19 2018-02-26 2018-03-05 2018-03-12 2018-03-19 2018-03-26 2018-04-02 2018-04-09 2018-04-16 2018-04-23 2018-04-30 2018-05-07 2018-05-14 2018-05-21 2018-05-28 2018-06-04 2018-06-11 2018-06-18 2018-06-25 2018-07-02 TTP301 1 2 3 4 5 6 TTP408 TTP302 TTP404 TTP401 TTP409 TTP402 TTP451 TTP452 MPP602

Standard Module Timeline 20 academic credit = 200 hours of effort 2 Weeks of pre-study (ca 20 hours): background& basics short report or test (10%) Intensive week: block taught (ca 40 hours) lectures, labs, tutorials may include a minor test 8 Weeks of post-study (ca 140 hours) individual research & engineering 2 large reports (90%)

Example module: 17TTP401 Sustainable Vehicle Powertrain Pre-study Intensive week: lectures, PC labs Post-study Report on hybrid powertrain control Report on alternative propulsion

Sample: Previous Schedule

Time Line We have received your applications (2 October) We will send out the acceptance letters towards the end of the week October: Apply for the VISA October: Apply for Erasmus Mobility Grant Soon: start looking for accommodation (Since TTP401 is at the end of Semester 1, options are limited. We can make a group booking for the University lodge, but it is pricy.) If you have any questions, please contact Anoma Malalakesera <W.M.A.Malalasekera@lboro.ac.uk> (MSc tutor)

Conclusion Welcome in Loughborough If there are any issues with the course, talk to Anoma or myself You have to schedule your time carefully