MEng Architectural Engineering

This module introduces students to construction techniques associated with the production of high and low rise commercial and industrial framed buildings, both new build and refurbishment.

This module aims to enable students to apply appropriate scientific and analytical methods to investigate the performance and behaviour of common building materials. We aim to provide students with an appreciation of the common scientific principles associated with environmental conditions inside buildings.

In this module you will be introduced to software that can be used for professional engineering design and simulation. The module will also introduce you to professional behaviour requirements for engineers and the academic and digital literacy skills necessary for further study.

This module develops knowledge and understanding of the mathematics underpinning engineering, and how you would apply these techniques within an engineering context.

This module introduces the fundamental concepts and principles of mechanical and electrical engineering, heat transfer, thermodynamics and fluid mechanics, and the application of these to engineering problems in the built environment.

This module introduces the fundamental skills needed for the design process. It will equip you with the fundamental tools, including the necessary IT skills, to carry out a building services engineering design project. You will also develop your written, verbal, graphical and presentation skills.

This module provides an comprehensive understanding of contract management, administration and the influence of procuring suppliers and specialists to optimise contract performance.

In this module you will develop your understanding of the principles of heat transfer, thermodynamics and general engineering. You will also learn about the application of these principles to sustainable and energy efficient design and the operation of building engineering systems, plant and equipment. You will be able to utilise appropriate mathematical methods to solve mechanical engineering problems.

This module will help you develop an appreciation of electrical principles and how you relate them to the practical processes applied in the design of electrical engineering services in buildings. Students are provided with the skills and knowledge required to appreciate industry standard data and critically apply this to analyse the theoretical concepts in typical design techniques. 

This module develops the students' construction management knowledge and skills in the construction production process.

This module helps you develop knowledge and understanding of the probability theory and statistics underpinning engineering, and to apply these techniques within an engineering context. You will further develop the knowledge and understanding of relevant mathematical techniques underpinning engineering, and apply these within an engineering context.

This module provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to interpret the mechanical and electrical building services needs and requirements of a range of simple and moderately complex buildings and develop practical schemes. You will refine the skills necessary for the development, management and successful completion of a significant project, including written, verbal, graphical and presentation skills.

This module allows students to prepare for their transition from classroom learning to operating in professional practice environments. This includes exploration of how engineering fits in the wider construction industry and the various communication methods required to co-ordinate projects and comply with relevant contractual agreements.

The aim is to provide students with an additional year of study at an approved overseas partner that will complement their programme at LJMU. This is an additional year of full-time study at an approved higher education institution. The modules to be studied must be agreed in advance, and must be appropriate for the student's programme of study. Assuming successful completion of this year, mark-bearing credit will be awarded by the Faculty Recognition Group. The grade conversion scale to be used will be made available in advance of the year abroad.

The aim is to provide students with an extended period of work experience at an approved partner that will complement their programme of study at LJMU. This will give students the opportunity to develop professional skills relevant to their programme of study as well as the attitude and behaviours necessary for employment in a diverse and changing environment. This extended placement forms a key part of a sandwich degree. All placements need to be assessed and approved prior to commencement in line with the LJMU Placement Learning Code of Practice. The Code of Practice requires students to conduct themselves in a professional and responsible manner during the placement - failure to do so may lead to the placement being terminated prematurely. Placements are normally for one calendar year on a full-time basis. Split placements of a shorter duration may be permissible. There is an expectation that a minimum of 1200 hours will be spent in the workplace.

The aim is to provide students with a semester of study at an approved overseas partner that will replace one semester of their LJMU programme at level 5.This is a semester of full-time study at an approved higher education institution which will replace one semester of level 5 study at LJMU. The modules to be studied must be agreed in advance, and must be an appropriate substitute for the modules being replaced. Assuming successful completion of this semester, mark-bearing credit will be awarded by the Faculty Recognition Group. The grade conversion scale to be used will be made available in advance of the semester abroad.

This module develops an understanding of the theory, principles and practices of building energy systems modelling and simulation techniques and helps students to use analytical approaches to the appraisal of environments and design proposals.

This module investigates the environmental consequences of energy use in buildings with particular reference to building engineering systems and services. You will critically evaluate the environmental and economic benefits which are consequent on the specification of various building engineering systems, including low and zero carbon technologies. You will also examine the processes for the assessment of building energy loads at feasibility and post construction stages.

This module enables you to work both collaboratively and individually on realistic projects that facilitate the development and integration of a range technical and professional skills, within the context of building services.

This module enable students to complete a substantial piece of individual work and build on their expertise in a Building Engineering subject. Students will develop their research, time management, presentation and written communication skills.

To provide the theoretical and practical skills required to design, develop and implement sensor systems in practical applications.

This module develops the student's skills to conduct design and in-use building performance evaluation, and use data and model to identify performance issues related to building operation in practice.

This module evaluates how the concept of sustainable development is incorporated into practical design strategies for buildings. You will learn to appreciate the role of sustainable energy management in the built environment, and to critically evaluate various methods of managing energy use for sustainable development.

This module develops the student's research and conceptual design skills. You will use these, together with other professional skills expected of a consulting engineer, in the solution of an engineering problem presented by a client.