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

2. 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

3. 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

4. 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

5. 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 (

6. 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

7. 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

8. 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

9. 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

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

11. 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

12. Provisional Module Dates for 2017/18 Academic Year
Start
TTP301 1 2 3 4 5 6
TTP408
TTP302
TTP404
TTP401
TTP409
TTP402
TTP451
TTP452
MPP602

13. 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%)

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

15. Sample: Previous Schedule

16. 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 (MSc tutor)

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