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Mechanical Engineering is an important discipline with a long history of technology innovation.
With the advent of the computer and information technology, mechanical engineering is now playing an even more important role in the development of many new areas, such as life science and micro/ nano technologies. The breakthrough in these new technologies is often seen to rely on the support of mechanical engineering. Thus, there is an increasing demand for R&D engineers and managers who have strong background in mechanical engineering.
Admission Information
Month of Intake : Every August
Online Application Period : November to January
Admissions Application period for next August 2023 intake : 1 November 2022 - 31 January 2023
Candidates must possess
(A) A good bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial engineering or a related discipline with mathematical and production training, or
(B) A bachelor's degree in engineering or a related discipline with mathematical training and 2 years relevant industry experience, and
(C) A good TOEFL score (iBT = 100 or more, PBT = 600 or more, CBT = 250 or more) or IELTS score (6.5 or more) for graduates of universities in which English is not the medium of instruction.
Related disciplines include but are not limited to bachelor's programmes offered by the College of Engineering, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore.
Business graduates will also be considered if they have relevant specialisation and/or relevant experience; relevant experience needs to be supported by a letter from the employer.
Applicants are recommended to also provide letters of reference and a clear statement of purpose in support of their application.
Admissions Application portal for next August 2023 intake : 1 November 2022 - 31 January 2023
Full-Time (min. 1 year, max. 2 years) and Part-Time (min. 2 years, max. 4 years);
30 AUs coursework or 24 AUs coursework and a dissertation
| Option | Description | No. of Courses | Core | Electives |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coursework and Dissertation | 8 Courses + Dissertation | 4 | 4 |
| 2 | Coursework Only (*Default Option) | 10 Courses | 4 | 6 |
*Please note that ALL students will automatically be assigned the default Option 2 - Coursework Only. If you wish to apply for Option 1: Coursework and Dissertation, you must apply using the "Application for Conversion of Option of study" form.
CORE COURSES
| Course Code | Title | AUs | Prerequisite(s) | Semester | Availability to Exchange Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MA6801 | Advanced Thermal Engineering | 3 | NIL | 2 | Yes, but subject to the School's approval & class availability |
| MA6802 | Engineering Measurements | 3 | NIL | 2 | Yes, but subject to the School's approval & class availability |
| MA6803 | Computational Methods in Engineering | 3 | NIL | 1 | Yes, but subject to the School's approval & class availability |
| MA6804 | Advanced Mechanics of Materials | 3 | NIL | 1 | Yes, but subject to the School's approval & class availability |
ELECTIVE COURSES
| Course Code | Title | AUs | Prerequisite(s) | Semester | Availability to Exchange Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MA6502 | Fundamentals and Advances in Additive Manufacturing | 3 | NIL | 2 | Yes, but subject to the School's approval & class availability |
| MA6511 | Advanced Manufacturing Processes | 3 | NIL | 1 | Yes, but subject to the School's approval & class availability |
| MA6512 | Fundamentals of Precision Engineering | 3 | NIL | 2 | Yes, but subject to the School's approval & class availability |
| MA6515 | 3D Printing of Electronics | 3 | NIL | 1 | Yes, but subject to the School's approval & class availability |
| MA6703 | Supply Chain Analysis & Design | 3 | NIL | 2 | Not Available |
| MA6715 | Systems Simulation & Modeling | 3 | NIL | 1 | Not Available |
| MA6741 | Quality Engineering | 3 | NIL | 2 | Yes, but subject to the School's approval & class availability |
| MA6811 | Product Design & Development | 3 | NIL | 1 | Yes, but subject to the School's approval & class availability |
| MA6812 | Advanced Materials Engineering | 3 | NIL | 1 | Yes, but subject to the School's approval & class availability |
| MA6816 | Laser Assisted Manufacturing | 3 | NIL | 2 | Yes, but subject to the School's approval & class availability |
Please note that the courses available to exchange students are subject to change every academic year.
Conditions for the Award of the Additive Manufacturing Specialisation
i. Pass all core courses
| Course Code | Course Title |
| MA6801 | Advanced Thermal Engineering |
| MA6802 | Engineering Measurements |
| MA6803 | Computational Methods in Engineering |
| MA6804 | Advanced Mechanics of Materials |
ii. Pass any four of the following Additive Manufacturing courses
| Course Code | Course Title |
| MA6502 | Fundamentals and Advances in Additive Manufacturing |
| MA6511 | Advanced Manufacturing Processes |
| MA6513 | Advanced Design for Manufacturing |
| MA6515 | 3D Printing of Electronics |
| MA6816 | Laser Assisted Manufacturing |
| MA6811 | Product Design and Development |
In addition to the above core and specialisation requirements, students must also meet a minimum CGPA of 2.50 in order to graduate.
Course Synopsis
CORE COURSES
MA6801 Advanced Thermal Engineering
The course covers the following sections: Heat Conduction, Fundamental Equations for Fluids and Energy, Similarity, Vorticity Equation and Potential Flow, Momentum Boundary Layer Theory, Thermal Boundary Layer Theory, Free Convection, Internal Flow Convection Heat Transfer.
MA6802 Engineering Measurements
The course covers the following sections: Advanced principles of measurement that examine the static and dynamic characteristics of instruments; The design of measurement system through the application of sensing and signal conditioning elements for data acquisition; Overview of the operations of some specialised measurement systems which have important industrial applications; Advanced principles of measurements which examine the static and dynamic characteristics of instruments.
The course covers the following sections: Overview of computational requirements in engineering; Object modeling and algorithms; Optimisation; Approximation and Interpolation; Large-Scale Systems of Linear Equations; Numerical Differentiation; Numerical Integration; Numerical Methods for ODEs; Numerical Methods for PDEs.
MA6804 Advanced Mechanics of Materials
The first part of the current course will cover the advanced topics of statically indeterminacy, stress concentration, and creep and viscoelasticity. The second part focuses on a very useful and common engineering structures, plates and shells, their governing equations, and particularly some numerical analysis. The third part introduces an advanced and widely applied materials of the last few decades, laminated composites materials. The various constituents of the materials are delved into as well as the bonded lamina. The fourth part closes with the introduction of the application of the aforementioned laminates as plates in topics such bending, vibration, and buckling.
ELECTIVE COURSES
The course covers the following sections: An introduction to additive manufacturing processes and systems based on ASTM/ISO standards; Design and applications in various high value industries including aerospace, biomedical and manufacturing; Current potentials and challenges in additive manufacturing for industrial 4.0.
The course covers the following sections: Manufacturing processes; Nature and various methods of raw materials for shaping; Emphasis on the link between the nature of the process to the shapes, dimensions, and properties that can be achieved; Case study.
The course covers the following sections: History of precision engineering. Principles and definitions of precision machine design; State-of-the-art in research, prototyping and full production from ultra-precision machining through micro-engineering, microelectronics and molecular manipulation; Application of displacement transducers to machines and instruments; Tolerance technology.
MA6515 3D Printing of Electronics
Taught by Assoc Prof Yeong Wai Yee and Assoc Prof Tuan Tran
The course covers the fundamental topics that are essential for 3D printing of electronics and smart sensors. It is suitable to prepare students for the future of smart and advanced manufacturing techniques. And this course provides a comprehensive overview of the recent progress and discusses the fundamentals of the 3D printed electronics technologies, their respective advantages, shortcomings and potential applications.
MA6703 Supply Chain Analysis & Design
The course covers the following topics: Supply chain management: issues and challenges, risk pooling; Value of information; Multi-echelon inventory management; Supply chain integration: push-pull supply chain; Supply chain drivers and metrics; SC performance measurement; Supply network design: pipeline inventory consideration in supply chains; Inventory-transportation trade-off; Supply contracts; Risks in global supply chains and supply chain strategies.
The course covers the following sections: Discrete-event simulation; Basic model-building blocks; Simulation of global manufacturing facilities; System life cycle analysis; Simulation validation and verification; Continuous Simulation; Supply Chain Modelling; Simulation Case Study.
The course covers the following sections: Quality concepts, statistical process control, process improvement, design of experiments, reliability, quality management systems and design, product liability; Case studies and examples of industrial applications will be used throughout the course; The course develops an appreciation of advanced quality engineering techniques and a perception of how quality can be built into all stages of a product lifecycle.
The course covers the following sections: A multi-disciplinary approach to product design and development; Product development process and strategies; Need identification and product specifications; Generation and evaluation of ideas and concepts; Product architecture; Product aesthetics and form creation; Product semantics and identity.
The course covers the following sections: Metallic materials and composites: metallurgical fundamentals and fracture, copper, stainless steels, advanced composite materials, heat-resistant superalloys; Selection and service performance of materials: materials selection in design, materials testing, failure of engineering materials; Polymeric materials: polymer synthesis and classification, engineering polymers, polymer blends, liquid crystalline polymers; Ceramic materials: functional ceramics, optical ceramics, magnetic ceramics, colossal magneto-resistant ceramics, case studies; Superconductors.
Fees
Please note this MSc programme is a self-financed, non-MOE subsidised programme.
| S$ | ||
| Application Fees | Non-refundable (Payable when you submit your application) | 21.40 |
Deposit Payment (The deposit will be used to offset the semester 1 tuition fees after matriculation) | Non-refundable (payable upon acceptance of offer of admission) | 1000 |
Programme Tuition Fee (Full Programme) Exclusive of GST | Singapore Citizen (SC) | 36,000 |
| Singaporean Permanent Resident (SPR) | 40,500 | |
| International Student (IS) | 45,000 | |
Programme Tuition Fee (per AU) Exclusive of GST | Singapore Citizen (SC) | 1200 |
| Singaporean Permanent Resident (SPR) | 1350 | |
| International Student (IS) | 1500 | |
To attain an MSc in Mechanical Engineering, candidates must complete ten courses, or eight courses and dissertation.
Notes on payment of fees:
Fees are subject to annual revision.
Students will be billed at the commencement of each semester, and payment due date is 2 weeks after billing date.
A student who withdraws or leaves the University two or more weeks after the commencement of his candidature or the commencement of the semester is liable to pay the fees due for the semester.