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The module would be of benefit to military, MOD and industry short course delegates looking for a more complete understanding of Systems Engineering, whether you are new to Systems Engineering; wishing to update your existing knowledge; or embarking on a more detailed course of study in this area.
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The aim of the course is to develop the student’s ability and experience in designing the components and sub-systems, which form the essential elements from which complete mechanical systems are synthesised.
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This is a two week module; the first week will cover in-depth analysis, design and manufacture of a gun system, integration and the integrity of various sub-systems based upon the ammunition, gun, propellants, ballistics and the thermodynamics, while during the second week attendees will practise and experience the design on an ordnance.
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The aim of the course is to provide an appreciation of the principles of missile guidance. The subjects covered are command, homing, navigation and compound guidance, and these will be illustrated by reference to present-day missile systems.
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The aim is to provide an introduction to Gun Dynamics and Weapon Control for direct fire large bore guns. It is primarily focused towards military wheeled and tracked vehicles but the concepts are applicable to other platforms and systems.
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The course aims to present an in depth coverage of all key aspects of gas turbine engine and component design and performance for both design point and off-design conditions.
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The course is delivered by Dr Lisa Dorn who has extensive experience in evaluating road safety initiatives for private organizations and local councils. Recently, she has been the academic leader on a major Transport for London funded project to evaluate the effectiveness of a bus simulator on crash involvement.
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To gain an understanding of the design principles, practice and operational experience of activated sludge treatment.
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The delegate will learn:
* Piping system analysis
* Principles, design of pumps and valves
* Size and selection of equipment for given duty and application
* Understand the basics of fluid transient and interactions
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To provide students with a series of learning activities during which they will acquire an understanding of the engineering principles on which engine design and development depend. Some activities will be classroom based, some reliant on group work and some requiring active learning by the student.
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This course introduces participants to the theory and practices of airport environmental planning and consists of a programme of lectures delivered by Department of Air Transport faculty, other academics and visiting speakers from industry. The course also includes an airport noise modelling workshop and an airport visit.
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To provide an understanding of the basic procedures in offshore pipeline design and installation, and the problems caused by fluids carried within pipelines.
