2013英国Cranfield大学工程类研究生招生简章

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      2013英国Cranfield大学工程类研究生招生简章
 
      克兰菲尔德大学于1969年正式成立,多年来,学校一直不断的壮大和细分化,尤其是在1969年被授予皇家宪章学位颁发资格之后,其发展速度更是明显。如今,大学在自动控制工程、制造和原料、操纵、生物技术、农业和国防技术等方面的杰出地位再一次证明了其在航空航天领域的领先实力。
 
  克兰菲尔德大学是英国唯一一所仅开设研究生课程的大学。因此,它在科技和工商管理专业领域的研究出类拔萃。克兰菲尔德凭借世界级的教学科研、一流的现代设施以及与工商企业,尤其是国防业的良好合作关系而享誉全球。克兰菲尔德大学是一所十分具有特色的国际性大学,其教学与研究集中在航空航天、汽车和赛车、应用科学、医学和生物医学、农业和环境科学以及管理等方面;同时,与工业、商业、国防、环境以及公共服务等紧密相关。大学在管理和机械工程主要学科的教学质量被英国政府评为优秀;近几年,其农业、制造业和材料技术专业的排名也跃居前茅。大学的毕业生就业率十分骄人;97%的毕业生在毕业几周内就可找到与专业相关的工作。
 
  精悍的教育规模、高超的专业水平以及仅向研究生开放的模式,非常有助于营造成熟、专注的校园氛围,学生身在其中学习与研究均卓有成效。大学的每一校区都配备完善:计算机化的图书馆,先进的计算机和网络工作站,大量的实验室和设施实现不同科研和实验工作。当然还有广泛的娱乐、体育设施。
 
  Cranfield校区距离伦敦以北50英里处,在剑桥以东30英里。Shrivenham校区在伦敦以西55英里,距离牛津大约15英里。坐落在牛津大学和剑桥大学等几所传统大学和当地的工商业区之间,因此既能保持良好的学术传统和严谨的治学氛围,又能与现代工商业的焦点接轨,学生人数虽少,但课程很严,标准极高,是一所极富盛名的国际性大学。
 
     南航工程类大四学生均可申报Cranfield大学研究生,详情请见以下招生简章,南航学生可以得到每年2000-4000英镑左右的学费折扣。
 
 
Manufacturing and Materials Department
 
Masters' level courses: total 21
 
・                                 Advanced Materials              MSc/MTech/PgDip/PgCert
 
Full and part-time
The key features of this postgraduate level Advanced Materials programme include:
Industry needs materials experts. Developments in the design of aircraft, cars, electronic equipment, domestic appliances, etc., depend critically upon the availability of novel materials. Of equal importance is an understanding of both advanced processing techniques and the latest computer based design procedures, essential for product commercialisation from the concept phase. Technological, economic and environmental pressures will ensure that the demand for materials experts will increase in the future.
This course is suitable for graduates with science, applied science, engineering or related degrees keen to pursue careers in the development or exploitation of materials; or graduates currently working in industry keen to extend their qualifications; or individuals with other qualifications who possess considerable relevant experience.
There are numerous benefits associated with undertaking a postgraduate programme of study within the Materials Department at Cranfield University, including:
Study in a postgraduate-only environment where Masters' graduates can secure positions in full-time employment in their chosen field, or undertake academic research
Work alongside a strong research team within the Materials Department
Dedicated support including extensive information resources managed by Cranfield University's library
Consultancy to companies supporting their employees on part-time programmes, through groupand individual projects.
 
 
 
・                                 Cost Engineering          PgCert
 
Part-time 
The key features of the Cost Engineering postgraduate certificate level programme include:
Cost engineering is a well established area of research, training and development at Cranfield University. It is recognised that improving cost engineering capabilities within industry contributes to the development of affordable products and technologies. There is growing demand at local, national and international levels to impart cost and affordability engineering knowledge to support organisations that seek high quality cost engineers.
This course is suitable for engineers, buyers and people with a commercial background eager to further their skills and knowledge in cost engineering; or graduates currently working in industry keen to extend their qualifications; or individuals with other qualifications who possess considerable relevant experience.
There are numerous benefits associated with undertaking a postgraduate programme of study within the Manufacturing Department at Cranfield University. These include
study in a postgraduate-only environment where Masters' graduates often go on to secure positions in full-time employment in their chosen field, or undertake academic research
receive instruction from leading academics as well as industrial practitioners
dedicated support for off-campus learners including extensive information resources managed byCranfield University's library
consultancy to companies supporting their employees on part-time programmes, in relation to individual projects.
 
 
 
・                                 Design and Innovation for Sustainability          MDes/PgDip/PgCert
 
Full and part time
The key features of this postgraduate level Design and Innovation for Sustainability programme include:
Growing global concerns about environmental and social issues have placed increasing importance on sustainable innovation and development worldwide. Governments and companies recognise the need to innovate to meet competitive pressures. Design provides a vital tool for organisations to improve their competitive advantage while addressing environmental performance. This course enables graduates to apply design-thinking across business disciplines to improve organisational sustainability, while meeting the needs of consumers.
Graduates from a range of disciplines with an interest in sustainable innovation and development are invited to apply for this course � most important is the desire to be at the forefront of sustainable design-led innovation.
Students work within the Centre for Competitive Creative Design, and benefit from a dedicated architect-designed facility that enhances collaboration and creative thinking.’
The course is delivered through the Centre for Competitive Creative Design (C4D), a collaboration with the University of Arts London which aims to inspire organisations to apply design thinking to enhance competitiveness.
 

 
 
・                                 Design, Strategy and Leadership        MDes/PgDip/PgCert
 
Suitable for mid-career professionals in the creative industries sector looking to improve their skills in the strategic, tactical and implementation aspects of the management of creativity and innovation in business.
Takes you on to essential leadership roles in the creative industries, public and private sectors, embedding creative and innovation techniques into all areas to fill the provision gap between creativity and commerce.
You will be taught by industry-active experts from Cranfield’s Centre for Competitive Creative Design (C4D) and School of Management, with an established track record in design and innovation, supported by guest speakers from industry.
Course description
The successful use of strategic and tactical design within industry and private sector organisations is  able to impact on business performance, build market share, generate and sustain growth, improve productivity and increase competitiveness (Design Council, 2011). The Cox Review Report (2005) stresses the importance of the creative sector in the national competitiveness of the UK. It highlights the notion that future growth can only be achieved through a long-term commitment to promoting and harnessing the wealth creating potential of creativity and innovation.
Offered by Cranfield’s Centre for Competitive Creative Design (C4D), the MDes in Design, Strategy and Leadership exploits existing expertise within Cranfield’s School of Applied Sciences and School of Management. This executive Master's course reflects the need for qualified professionals with a range of skills in both the creative and strategic domains, who can combine the disciplines of creative innovation strategy and design leadership in order to deliver growth and increased competitiveness. 
The course integrates world-class design-driven innovation and strategic management teaching and research activities through a unique teaching approach. The MDes course comprises eight assessed modules, in which students engage in creative leadership, strategic design management, financial and business planning, design thinking and innovation strategy. Modules are delivered in facilities in London, supported by seminars, workshops and lectures in creative and design agencies, providing a closer link to professional practice. Residential elements will be delivered at Cranfield. Students also undertake a group project, in which students apply their skills to real business challenges, and an individual thesis project.
Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip) students complete eight modules and the group project. Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert) students complete six modules.
Group project
The group project involves students working in teams to fulfil demanding objectives within a tight timescale, applying state-of-the-art technologies and approaches to addressing major challenges in design strategy, and delivering results to a high professional standard. A dissertation may also replace the group project for part-time students.
Individual thesis project
The individual thesis project offers students the opportunity to develop their research capability, depth of understanding and ability to provide world-class solutions to real problems in design strategy and leadership.
 
 

 
・                                 Engineering & Management of Manufacturing Systems        MSc/PgDip/PgCert
 
Scholarships available - up to £9k plus UK fees*
The key features of this postgraduate level Engineering & Management of Manufacturing Systems programme include:
World-class manufacturing research activity
This course provides a thorough understanding of the processes, skills and behaviours needed to create and manage competitive manufacturing operations. It majors on industrially relevant projects, team working, and transferable skills. Many graduates take on appointments with a wide range of manufacturers or, increasingly, apply their skills to other sectors from financial services through to health care. This option is a well established course, having run for over 20 years, and is therefore well known, respected, and has a growing Alumni.
There are numerous benefits associated with undertaking a postgraduate programme of study within the Manufacturing Department at Cranfield University. These include:
Study in a postgraduate-only environment where Masters' graduates often go on to secure positions in full-time employment in their chosen field, or undertake academic research
Receive instruction from leading academics as well as industrial practitioners
Dedicated support for off-campus learners including extensive information resources managed byCranfield University's library
Consultancy to companies supporting their employees on part-time programmes, in relation to individual and group project

 
 
・                                 Global Product Development and Management              MSc/PgDip/PgCert
 
 
Full and part-time 
Global product development is a new way of thinking that aims to utilise and manage the power of the global market to design and manufacture intelligent, sustainable and internationally competitive products.
Global product development provides advanced techniques for integrating all global ‘players’ at different levels from engineers to management.
The course develops highly employable leaders able to respond to the challenges and demands of modern globalised markets. As a result of successful study of the course these leaders will have developed their innovative thinking and possess advanced research skills. They will have been exposed to cutting-edge, real-world technologies in the context of global product development and management.
The key features of this postgraduate level Global Product Development and Management course include:
International lecturers from all parts of the world
Industrial speakers from global businesses, including BAE, Siemens, Airbus, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Rolls-Royce
All course material is provided electronically ready for your laptop
High quality facilities and equipment, such as the Virtual Reality Laboratory, CAD Studio and rapid prototyping
Face-to-face contact with leading business organisations
Delivery of  knowledge related to cutting-edge technologies for global businesses
Partnership with Factura, a leading specialist recruiter in the manufacturing, engineering and technology sectors
This course is suitable for graduates with engineering, computer science, design, information technology, physics, chemistry or business management degrees keen to pursue careers in  global product development and management.  In addition to internationally focused graduates, we welcome suitably qualified candidates with distributed product development experience who can join the Global Product Development and Management MSc course on a part-time basis.

 
 
・                                 Innovation and Creativity in Industry         MDes/MTech/PgDip/PgCert
 
The key features of this Master of Design programme include:
Study with C4D, named one of the world's best design schools by BusinessWeek
In today’s highly competitive world, business success depends increasingly on the ability to innovate. Business leaders are already recognising the importance of design thinking in shaping business strategy. Forward thinking professionals with the ability to integrate creativity and design thinking in the business functions of engineering, management, communication and commerce, will be sought after by employers across multiple sectors.
The course has been developed in collaboration with employers to address the demand from government** and industry for modern business leaders able to exploit creativity in business. The course develops creative design literate engineers, scientists and management postgraduates. It is suitable for graduates from a variety of disciplines who recognise the importance of how creative practice and process can improve product and service development. 
 "This course encourages design thinking and innovation. It gives students a deeper understanding of how business, engineering and design work by learning each of the processes first hand. Students from any field or skill can be exposed to other disciplines therefore it gives them the ability to apply ‘design thinking’ in all aspects of industry."
Tania D'Souza, Innovation and Creativity in Industry student, 2008-09
Students study within the Centre for Competitive Creative Design, a partnership between Cranfield and the University of the Arts London (UAL) which aims to inspire organisations to apply creative design capability and enhance competitiveness. 
This Master of Design (MDes) Innovation and Creativity in Industry programme is offered on a full and part-time basis.
Look out for the next Cranfield University Open Day if you would like to visit us.
 
 

 
・                                 Integrated Vehicle Health Management             MSc/PgDip/PgCert
 

Part-time

Integrated Vehicle Health Management (IVHM) is an emerging discipline bringing together the use of intelligent sensors and real-time data communication to enable operations and maintenance decisions based on accurate condition monitoring of equipment and assets. IVHM has wide application across a range of vehicles and sectors including aerospace, marine, automotive and rail. The through-life asset and environmental benefits demonstrated have put IVHM on the capability roadmap of major engineering companies, with growing interest from the energy and health sectors.
This unique MSc develops professionals with the ability to take a holistic and systematic approach to IVHM, integrating the range of technologies to deliver significant business benefits and improve competitiveness.
The Integrated Vehicle Health Management MSc/PgDip/PgCert was developed through theCranfield Integrated Vehicle Health Management Centre, launched in 2008 in partnership with major industry organisations (Boeing, BAE Systems, Rolls-Royce, Meggitt, Thales, MOD, Alstom Transport) and EEDA, to enable the incorporation of IVHM technology into UK and global businesses. The technology enables businesses to realise significant benefits in business productivity, environmental impact, and vehicle performance.
Drawing on leading research being conducted in the IVHM Centre, the course is designed to deliver a holistic approach to IVHM. Students learn to identify business opportunities where IVHM can make a real difference. They are trained through the concepts and practice of the end-to-end process from sensing data from assets, communicating the data for analysis, and formulating operational decisions from the resulting data base.
Qualifications of Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip), comprising the eight taught modules and the group project, and Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert), comprising six taught modules, are also available. 

 
・                                 Knowledge Management for Innovation           MSc/MTech/PgDip/PgCert
 
 
Scholarships available - up to £9k plus UK fees*
The key features of this Masters Knowledge Management for Innovation programme include:
Industry practitioners teach alongside Cranfield academic subject specialists
In an increasingly competitive environment, where new business practices are regularly introduced, organisations have to be innovative to survive. Such innovation is dependent upon companies developing effective knowledge management internally as well through external interaction. In order to exploit the potential of the 'knowledge base' organisations need to engage and develop specialists with the ability to implement knowledge management practice to aid the development of business.
Students on this programme develop a range of skills, from people management and innovation through to data management techniques and business process planning. The course develops the next generation of technical and business leaders who can drive strategic innovation and collaboration by effective management of organisational knowledge within their specialised domains.
The Decision Engineering Centre boasts a wide range of facilities, many of which are unique to Cranfield. All courses are designed to meet the training needs of industry and have a strong input from experts in their sector. Our focus is on applied research and developing industry’s future engineers, managers, consultants, and entrepreneurs.
Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip) qualification is also available.
 

 
・                                 Management & Information Systems         MSc/PgDip/PgCert
 
The key features of these postgraduate level Management and Information Systems programme includes:
World-class manufacturing research activity
A major knowledge gap exists between managers in industrial, commercial and governmental organisations who need to run the business but are confused by the IT systems, and the 'techies' who deliver working IT solutions but are not addressing the business needs.
The MSc Management and Information Systems develops your understanding of the interaction between IT, organisation and people behaviour to prepare you for managerial positions in business operations and ICT projects. Graduates of this course play a crucial role in integrating the language and practice management and technology in business.
Past students from the course have progressed to positions of IT Director, Chief Information Officer and Managing Director.
There are numerous benefits associated with undertaking a postgraduate programme of study within the Manufacturing Department at Cranfield University. These include:
Study in a postgraduate-only environment where Masters' graduates often go on to secure positions in full-time employment in their chosen field, or undertake academic research
Receive instruction from leading academics as well as industrial practitioners
Dedicated support for off-campus learners including extensive information resources managed byCranfield University's library
Consultancy to companies supporting their employees on part-time programmes, in relation toindividual and group project
 

 
・                                 Manufacturing Consultancy         MSc/PgDip/PgCert
 
The key features of this postgraduate Manufacturing Consultancy programme include:
World-class manufacturing research activity
This course was created in response to the high proportion of Cranfield manufacturing graduates taking up positions within consultancy. It shares many features with the Engineering & Management of Manufacturing Systems option, but favours students who already have industrial experience, and better prepares them for a career in consultancy.
Past students from the course have progressed to positions of IT Director, Chief Information Officer and Managing Director.
There are numerous benefits associated with undertaking a postgraduate programme of study within the Manufacturing Department at Cranfield University. These include:
Study in a postgraduate-only environment where Masters' graduates often go on to secure positions in full-time employment in their chosen field, or undertake academic research
Receive instruction from leading academics as well as industrial practitioners
Dedicated support for off-campus learners including extensive information resources managed byCranfield University's library
Consultancy to companies supporting their employees on part-time programmes, in relation to individual and group project
 

 
・                                 Manufacturing PhD with Integrated Studies
 
 
The Manufacturing PhD with Integrated Studies is suitable for students wishing to develop a broad appreciation of manufacturing while also studying the rigour and depth of a doctoral PhD. Successful completion of the programme takes you on to enhanced career opportunities. This qualification will open door to academic teaching posts in universities and colleges and to research careers in academia and industry.
Students are based within the School of Applied Sciences which wins contracts for a wide variety of sponsored research, making a Cranfield PhD with Integrated Studies a passport to opportunities worldwide. This larger and more confident research base means students have more chance to develop and exploit their individual ideas in a diverse environment.
The School of Applied Sciences provides industry with an integrated source of the key technological and management skills required to compete nationally and internationally in the 21st century.
There are a number of benefits to studying at Cranfield, including:
the relevance of the courses to modern trends in industry
the excellence and industrial relevance of the research and development work
the completely postgraduate nature of the environment
courses designed to enhance specific subject knowledge and to develop transferable skills.
Students are generally taught in small groups which allows closer interaction with specialist staff; and excellent facilities are available which enable creative research aimed not only at advancing knowledge but also at giving industry a competitive edge.
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Manufacturing Technology and Management         
 MSc/PgDip/PgCert
 
Suitable for manufacturing engineers keen to develop the skills and knowledge in the development and application of disruptive technologies needed to address the Government's high value manufacturing agenda.
Takes you on to essential leadership roles in a range of sectors, required to drive UK high value manufacturing forward and pro,,,,vide the vision for future prosperity.
You will be taught by industry-active research academics from Cranfield with an established track record in manufacturing technology and materials engineering. Cranfield plays a key role in ensuring the UK stays at the cutting edge of manufacturing research, with the lead role in three (with involvement in a further two), of the nine new EPSRC Centres for Innovative Manufacturing across the UK.
Course description
The Government’s manufacturing strategy is focused on high value manufacturing, which is seen as critical to economic growth. Centr,,al to this are the disruptive technologies that will drive forward the dramatic changes in manufacturing over the next 15-20 years.
A significant number of highly trained manufacturing engineers will be essential to provide the leadership skills necessary to drive UK manufacturing forward and provide the vision for future prosperity. The Sector Skills Council for Science, Engineering and Technologies estimates that over 30,000 engineers will be required to meet demand in the next three years alone. The rapid growth in technology also presents an opportunity for re-skilling for professionals already in industry.
The MSc in Manufacturing Technology and Management develops professionals with the ability to transform knowledge into action, providing students with the breadth of both technical and business skills to make a real impact in their chosen career.
The MSc course comprises eight assessed modules (four core and four elective), in which students gain an understanding of world-class manufacturing technology and management practice, a group project and an individual project.
Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip) students complete the eight modules and the group project. Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert) students complete six modules.
Group project
The group project involves students working in teams to fulfil demanding objectives within a tight timescale, applying state-of-the-art technologies and approaches to addressing major challenges in manufacturing technology and management, and delivering results to a high professional standard. A dissertation may also replace the group project for part-time students.
Individual thesis project
The individual thesis project offers students the opportunity to develop their research capability, depth of understanding and ability to provide world-class technical and business engineering service solutions to real problems in manufacturing.
Core modules
Introduction to Manufacturing, Materials and Research Techniques
Introduction to Materials Engineering
Managing Innovation and New Product Development
General Management
Elective modules (choose four)
Composites Manufacturing for High Performance
Advanced Process Monitoring and Control in Composite Manufacture
Nano and Micro Scale Rapid Prototyping Manufacture
Nano and Microtechnologies for Energy
Applied Nanotechnology
Advanced Welding Processes
Microsystems Manufacturing Processes
Machining, Moulding and Metrology
Surface Science and Engineering
Finite Element Analysis and Materials Modeling
Precision Engineering
Computer-aided Engineering for Ultra Precision

 
 
・                                 Microsystems & Nanotechnology              MSc/MTech/PgDip/PgCert
 
The key features of this postgraduate level Microsystems & Nanotechnology programme include:
'Nanotechnology' is moving from the rhetoric of hype into a manufacturing reality. The popularised myths described in popular fiction like Michael Crichton's novel 'Prey', and serialised in TV dramas, are rapidly being pushed aside as large organisations such as Unilever and QinetiQ see the value of integrating miniature and nanosystems. In such a rapidly changing and vibrant atmosphere it is vital that the Microsystems and Nanotechnology programmes are agile and satisfy industry's requirements.
This course is suitable for graduates with science, engineering or related degrees keen to develop careers at the cutting edge of micro-engineering; or graduates currently working in industry keen to extend their qualifications; or individuals with other qualifications who possess considerable relevant experience.
There are numerous benefits associated with undertaking a postgraduate programme of study within the Materials Department at Cranfield University. These include:
Study in a postgraduate-only environment where Masters' graduates often go on to secure positions in full-time employment in their chosen field, or undertake academic research
Receive instruction from leading academics as well as industrial practitioners
Work alongside a strong research team within the Materials Department
Dedicated support for off-campus learners including extensive information resources managed byCranfield University's library
Consultancy to companies supporting their employees on part-time programmes, in relation toindividual and group projects.
 
 

 
・                                 Operations Excellence         MSc
 
Part-time entry
Operations Excellence is a truly world-leading programme developed by Cranfield University through a unique partnership with Rolls-Royce and the Institute for Manufacturing at the University of Cambridge. The course - now open to other companies - has been designed to prepare manufacturing engineers for a role in the changing world of manufacturing operations which will lead to an improvement in manufacturing competitiveness within organisations. The course addresses the need for highly trained operations professionals required to transform operations into a world-class business in all sectors of manufacturing industry.
In order to undertake this programme you will need the support of your employer or sponsoring company.
The course's key benefits and features include:
Career enhancement while you study modules and undertake project work
Tailored to meet the increasing demand for world-class operations professionals
Professional accreditation by IET, IMechE and RAeS
Combines theory and practice with 60% company focused project work allowing you to develop solutions to problems
Group and individual thesis projects supported by employer/sponsoring company
Consultancy to companies supporting their employees in relation to projects
Excellent staff to student ratio offering access to leading academics
Industry practitioners teach alongside academic specialists from Cranfield and Cambridge
Dedicated support for off-campus learners including extensive information resources managed by Cranfield University's library
Alumni membership providing excellent network opportunities
This course is suitable for:
Graduates with science, engineering, IT and business related degrees keen to enhance their careers in manufacturing or related industries
Graduates currently working in industry keen to extend their skills to enable future progression to senior management positions
Individuals with other qualifications who possess considerable relevant experience

 
・                      Operations Leadership - Fellowship in Operations Leadership            PgCert
 
Suitable for employees working in a mid level operations area who want to boost their career. Operations or service professionals who are required to lead or deliver a significant change programme or operations intervention to drive Business Performance. 
It is also suitable for early career professionals with BSc or equivalent level qualification wishing to build leadership and change management skills for application in an operations or service environment.
Takes you on to positions delivering change in service, operations and manufacturing environments. The close collaboration of the course with industry sponsors improves the ability to apply the learning quickly.
You will be taught by leading academics, operations and service management professionals who will give support throughout the programme and during the project phase.
The Fellowship in Operations Leadership has been developed to build on the success of the Fellowship in Manufacturing Management which over the past 30 years has become a highly respected programme in the UK manufacturing sector, and will develop service and operations leaders of the future.
Course description
This is a vocational programme developed to meet the needs of industry for high calibre managers and leaders who can drive performance improvements and manage change. It combines intensive teaching at Cranfield with company based project work.
The programme enables an employee to resolve an existing and relevant in-company business issue. At the same time they will be developing operations and service leadership skills, through access to Cranfield expertise, both during attendance at Cranfield and during individual in-company coaching sessions.
The investment in the employee attending the course delivers tangible business results that can make the investment self financing. In addition the employee develops skills that ensure their ability to improve business performance is increased.
Individual Project
An industrial project will be undertaken during the course. Each project will focus on resolving a real-life issue that is important for the sponsoring company. The delegate will use the tools, techniques and skills learnt at Cranfield during the four taught modules to resolve the operational or service issue. This issue may relate to a performance improvement, designing and implementing a change programme or resolving an operations or service problem.
Modules:
Students complete four one-week modules
Advanced Operations, Project and Cost Management
Service Operations and Supply Chain Management
Developing and Using Leadership  Skills
Delivering Effective Change
 

 
・                                 Sustainable Manufacturing          MSc/PgCert/PgDip
 
 
The key features of this postgraduate level Sustainable Manufacturing programme include:
World-class manufacturing research activity
There is growing evidence that the manufacturing sector is responding to the challenge of sustainability. Companies are improving processes and technologies with an ever increasing focus on environmental and social as well as economic performance.
Developed with leading organizations, this innovative Masters course will provide you with the ability to combine the manufacturing and sustainability knowledge required to lead projects that will promote renewable material use, lower energy use and minimise waste.
There are numerous benefits associated with undertaking a postgraduate programme of study within the Manufacturing Department at Cranfield University. These include:
Study in a postgraduate-only environment where Masters' graduates often go on to secure positions in full-time employment in their chosen field, or undertake academic research
Receive instruction from leading academics as well as industrial practitioners
Dedicated support for off-campus learners including extensive information resources managed byCranfield University's library
Consultancy to companies supporting their employees on part-time programmes, in relation to individual and group project

 
・                                 Through-life System Sustainment             MSc
Suitable for experienced engineering and technology professionals wishing to develop capability in the leadership of long-life system sustainment programmes and through-life engineering services.
Takes you on to careers with higher levels of responsibility, a broader base of skills and capability and a greater level of professionalism.
You will be taught by industry-active research academics from Cranfield with an established track record in product-service and maintenance systems, and through-life capability management. To ensure the programme is aligned to industry needs, the course has the support of a number of organisations in the through-life engineering services industry including Rolls-Royce.
Course description
The cost and environmental impact of keeping complex, long-life assets and infrastructure operating efficiently is significant. The ability of owners and maintainers to deploy superior through-life support capability will be increasingly critical to meeting shareholder and public demands in tomorrow’s world.
These demands increasingly require improved availability with a simultaneous reduction in the cost of supporting the service and equipment. This results in the need for a new and integrated approach to education within engineering and operations management.
With this rapidly developing interest in ‘service and support engineering’, the MSc in Through-life System Sustainment provides an essential foundation for future leaders in organisations who wish to maximise the ‘value in use’ from complex, long-life product systems, and become the change leaders for system sustainment.
The MSc course comprises eight assessed modules, in which students gain an understanding of world-class business practice, a number of industry experience days, a multi-sector group project and an individual project. Students are also supported through individual coaching and mentoring and an online learning platform.
Group project
The group project involves students working in teams to fulfil demanding objectives within a tight timescale, applying state-of-the-art technologies and approaches to addressing major challenges in long-life equipment support and sustainment, and delivering results to a high professional standard. 
Individual thesis project
The individual thesis project offers students the opportunity to develop their research capability, depth of understanding and ability to provide world-class technical and business engineering service solutions to real problems in system sustainment.
Modules:
System Sustainment
Effective Through-life Support
System Effectiveness
Diagnostics and Prognostics
Information Management   Supply Network Analysis and Modelling   
Cost Engineering          Leadership and Service Skills
 
 
・                                 Ultra Precision Nanoengineering        MSc/MTech/PgDip/PgCert
 
The next generation of products for energy production, medical diagnostics, aerospace, space, displays, telecommunications, semiconductor devices, optics and optoelectronics demand ultra precision engineering of surfaces, down to the nanoscale, to achieve their superior functionality.
The MSc in Ultra Precision and Nanoengineering has been designed to equip engineers and scientists with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience that allow next generation high technology products and processes to be realised.
Students will study the essential aspects of ultra precision technologies and nanoengineering including the philosophy of determinism, fundamental precision design and metrology principles, critical computer-based design and application tools, and detailed knowledge of ultra precision and nanoengineering processes.  Many applications of the technology are addressed, with particular emphasis on optics, renewable energy generation (solar, wind, wave), medical diagnostics, space and aerospace.
Students benefit from access to the best equipped precision machining laboratories in Europe, including the Hexagon Loxham Precision Laboratory, a 400m² state-of-the-art temperature and humidity controlled workspace, and over 100m2 of clean rooms within the Microsystems and Nanotechnology Centre

 
・                                 Ultra Precision Technologies             MSc/MTech/PgDip/PgCert
 
 
The postgraduate level programme in Ultra Precision Technologies is a truly world-class programme, led by Cranfield University, with support from the following organisations, recognised as leaders in their field:
High technology products fundamentally depend on a range of ultra precision systems and processes. Next generation products for space, aerospace, energy production, opto-electronics and displays, sensors and advanced medical devices demand ultra precision technologies in order to achieve their superior functionality.
Continually developing manufacturing technologies are essential in order for the next generation of UK products to succeed, by offering greater levels of customer satisfaction through greater functionality and improved performance, at reduced manufacturing cost. Ultra precision processes and applications are increasingly being adopted to gain such advantages by providing the interface, through which many advanced and emerging products operate at the functional level.
This course has been designed to meet the UK, EU and international demand for staff with the relevant knowledge and skills to deliver new ultra precision technologies. Students will be equipped with an understanding of the underlying principles of important ultra precision technologies as well gaining exposure and understanding of their state-of-the-art applications.
The course covers all aspects of ultra precision technologies including; the philosophy of determinism, fundamental precision design and metrology principles, critical computer-based design and application tools, detailed knowledge of ultra precision processes and their application. Strategic approaches to safeguard technology management, intellectual property and product innovation are also reviewed.
Supported by:

 
・                                 Welding Engineering           MSc/PgDip/PgCert
 
Full and part time
The key features of the Welding Engineering postgraduate level programme include:
Welding is integral to the manufacture of a wide range of products, from high power laser welding of large ships, to microjoining of thin wires to circuit boards. The application of welding and joining continues to expand; in the oil, gas, and petrochemical industries; in transport, including automotive, aerospace, and shipbuilding; in manufacture of electronic systems; in defence industries; and in general manufacturing. The Welding Engineering MSc addresses these needs, and covers a wide range of areas that are part of modern welding technology such as automation, metallurgy and materials science, welding processes, design, and quality.
This course is suitable for science, materials or engineering graduates keen to pursue careers in welding engineering; or graduates currently working in welding engineering keen to extend their qualifications; or individuals with other qualifications who possess considerable relevant experience.
There are numerous benefits associated with undertaking a postgraduate programme of study at Cranfield University. These include:
Study in a postgraduate-only environment where Masters' graduates often go on to secure positions in full-time employment in their chosen field, or undertake academic research
Receive instruction from leading academics as well as industrial practitioners
Dedicated support for off-campus learners including extensive information resources managed byCranfield University's library
Consultancy to companies supporting their employees on part-time programmes, in relation toindividual and design projects
 
 
 
 
 
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