BEng in Manufacturing Engineering
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
International economic competition is fierce today. Manufacturers rely on trained, dedicated professionals to develop and implement the equipment and production methods required to keep ahead of their competitors.
Manufacturing Engineering integrates highly diverse and exciting technologies and disciplines, such as design, robotics, micro-electrochemical systems (MEMS), manufacturing systems and control, and green manufacturing, into a comprehensive educational programme. Manufacturing engineers are also involved with the production process, from product design through post-sale service. If a new product or system is needed, it is the manufacturing engineer who will work on the team to design and produce it efficiently, economically, safely, and in an environmentally benign manner. Consequently, there is high demand for manufacturing engineers in the Malawi industries and throughout the world.
Through the programme, the MIT aims at providing a training programme that provides opportunities for a graduate to become an expert on selecting the right materials, and know how to process them into usable products, understand how to control automated production systems with computers and utilize advanced technologies when appropriate.
The programme also aims to produce high calibre manufacturing engineers capable of playing leading roles in manufacturing industry, business, the professions and public service.
Career Prospects
Graduates in manufacturing engineering will have a wide range of choice of careers in the manufacturing industry. They can be involved in process design, equipment design, management of manufacturing processes and any other related fields. There is no country without a manufacturing industry and as economies look to value addition, the demand for manufacturing engineers will be huge.
DURATION
5 YearsSem
1
-Math I (Algebra and Trigonometry)
-Physics I
-Chemistry
-Drawing I
-Language and Communication I
-IT I (Introduction to Computers)
Sem
2
-Math II (Calculus I)
-Physics II
-Biology
-Drawing II
-Language and Communication II
-IT II (Introduction to Programming)
Sem
3
-Math III (Calculus II)
-Computer-Aided Drafting
-Workshop Practice I
-Introduction to Thermodynamics
-Engineering Materials
Sem
4
-Math IV (Linear Algebra)
-Statistics
-Workshop Practice II
-Graphics and Design
-Electrical Circuit Analysis
Sem
5
-Math V (Statistics and Probability)
-Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing
-Dynamics of Machines
-Manufacturing and Production Processes
-Metrology
-Systems Design
Sem
6
-Math IV (Numerical Methods)
-Fluid Mechanics
-Industrial Ergonomics
-Design for Manufacturing
-Mechatronics
-Strength of Materials
Sem
7
-Industrial Attachment
-Entrepreneurship
-Control Systems
-Process Engineering (Agro-process Engineering)
Sem
8
-Heat Transfer
-Workshop Practice III (Laboratory, Process Simulation)
-Research Methods
Sem
9
-Project
-Manufacturing Modelling
-Life-Cycle Engineering
-Reliability and Maintenance
-Robotics and Automation
-Productions and Operations and Management
Sem
10
-Quality Control and Management
-Integrated Manufacturing Systems
-Environmental Management
-Ethics and Law
-Project
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Entry in Year 1:
MSCE, “O” Level, IGCSE, GCE with six credits including: Mathematics, English, Physics and Chemistry (or Physical Science).
In addition the candidate should have a grade of no more than 4 in each of the following subjects: Physical Science (or Physics and Chemistry), Biology and Mathematics for MSCE or B for IGSCE in all the above subjects.
Entry in Year 2:
A-Level with at least a C grade in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry. But must attend and pass Drawing 1 and 2 or
Advanced Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (City and Guilds)
Entry in Year 3:
Diploma in Mechanical or electrical Engineering from a Recognized University
Entry in Year 4:
Degree in Mechanical Engineering- Semester 2 from a Recognized University
OR
Any other related qualification from a recognized institution of higher learning may be assessed by the Admissions Office.