Mechanical Engineering

What knowledge will I acquire with this Degree?

The training program has a first part of basic contents where the student acquires the fundamental knowledge of the degree and which will serve as the basis for acquiring the skills of more advanced subjects in the training itinerary. Approximately during the first and second year, most of the basic subjects are taught, such as Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Graphic Expression, Statistics and Business, these subjects being common to most Engineering Degrees taught at Rey Juan University. Carlos. This basic knowledge can be summarized in the following points:

• Ability to understand and apply the mathematical, physical and chemical fundamentals of engineering.
• Basic knowledge of programming and graphic representation systems.
• Knowledge of the company concept: organization and management.

Once this basic knowledge has been achieved, the student is prepared to acquire the more specific contents of the Engineering branch. It is at this time that the study of specific and specific subjects of Engineering as a branch of knowledge begins, such as Mechanical Engineering, Solid Mechanics, Fluid Mechanics, Thermal Engineering, Materials Engineering, Manufacturing Technologies, Electrical Technology and Electronics, Environmental Technology, Projects and Industrial Organization. These subjects provide a general education in Engineering, which gives the Mechanical Engineer that versatile character. This knowledge can be summarized in the following points:

• Basic principles of thermodynamics and heat transfer.
• Basic principles of fluid mechanics and mechanics of continuous media and materials.
• Knowledge of the principles of electricity, electronics and automation control.
• Theory of machines and manufacturing processes.
• Environmental science and technology.
• Organization and project management.

Finally, the training of the mechanical engineer is completed with the intensification in the specific areas of Mechanical Engineering such as Engineering of Manufacturing Processes, Theory of Machines, Hydraulic Machines and Thermal Engines, Theory of Structures, Mechanical Design and Simulation, among others. The specific training is completed with the completion of the Final Degree Project. This knowledge can be summarized in the following points:

• Capabilities for the calculation, design of machines and fluid-mechanical systems.
• Thermal engineering. Thermal motors.
• Mechanics of the behavior of real solids.
• Calculation and design of industrial structures and constructions.
• Materials engineering.

Another training objective is that these graduates acquire a series of ethical, professional and personal skills that allow them to achieve comprehensive training. To this end, a series of subjects distributed throughout the training cycle have been established to guarantee the transversal training of graduates.

Where will I be able to work when I graduate?

The graduate in Mechanical Engineering can work in multiple industrial sectors such as mechanical manufacturing, the design of machine tools, the automotive industry and components, railways, household appliances, logistics and maintenance, production and power generation plants, industrial constructions and a long etc. but also with a technological interaction with related sectors such as robotics, shipbuilding, aeronautical production or materials, energy, etc. The graduate in Mechanical Engineering participates in these industrial sectors not only in the design, development and production part, but also has the possibility of developing their professional activity in the field of research and innovation, providing solutions to socioeconomic needs. Therefore, the Mechanical Engineer turns out to be essential for the industrial and business development of companies in these sectors.

In addition to the Industry, his training enables him to carry out his work in companies related to service activities such as engineering, consulting, as well as in the Public Administration.

Is this Degree official according to the regulations required by the European Higher Education Area?

Yes (final verification report is attached), the implementation of the degree will be done progressively, starting the first year in the academic year 2017-18.
The final verification report turned out FAVORABLE

What subject areas will I address in this grade?

Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Graphic Expression, Computer Science, Business, Statistics, Thermal Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Fluid Mechanics, Electricity and Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Technologies, Environment, Solid Mechanics, Engineering Projects , Theory of Industrial Structures and Constructions, Quality and Industrial Maintenance.

Recommended Income Profile

There is no restriction on the recommended income profile other than that established by law. However, it is recommended that new students have adequate training in certain subjects and therefore a preferential profile is established for those students who have passed the baccalaureate and the university entrance exams, having taken, in addition to the subjects common of the same, the following of the modality of Sciences and Technology:

• Technical drawing I and II
• Physics
• Physics and chemistry
• Mathematics I and II
• Chemistry
• Electrical engineering
• Industrial technology I and II

For the correct follow-up of the subject of Chemistry in the 1st year of Mechanical Engineering, it is recommended that the new students have studied Chemistry in the Baccalaureate or in their university access studies.

Objectives 

The general objectives of the Graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering are:

• Train professionals who are capable of designing, directing and coordinating all activities related to Mechanical Engineering, such as construction, reform, repair, conservation, demolition, manufacturing, installation, assembly or operation of structures, mechanical equipment, energy systems, industrial plants and manufacturing processes.
• Provide professionals with extensive training in basic and technological subjects, enabling them to learn new methods and theories, as well as giving them great versatility to adapt to new situations.
• Train professionals who are capable of solving problems with initiative, decision making, creativity, critical reasoning and of communicating and transmitting knowledge, skills and abilities in the field of Mechanical Engineering.
• To train professionals who know and develop the applications of information and communication technologies in the field of Mechanical Engineering.
• Train graduates to work in multidisciplinary research, development and innovation teams in an international context, training them in interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Train the graduate in the basic principles of business organization and management, commercialization and marketing, quality management, the environment and the prevention of occupational hazards; all this in the technical and economic aspects, oriented to total quality.
• Transmit to professionals an ethical and responsible attitude, respecting people, the social environment and the environment.
• Provide graduates with skills and techniques that allow them to promote and carry out innovations, based on the culture of continuous improvement.
• Foster the entrepreneurial spirit of graduates.
• Lay the foundations for autonomous learning and lifelong learning.
• Promote international mobility, a general objective of the Rey Juan Carlos University in all its degrees.

To meet these objectives, the Graduate in Mechanical Engineering must have a broad knowledge of the principles that govern physical phenomena, be able to resort to creative design skills as well as develop analytical and problem-solving skills in order to to be able to apply the acquired knowledge. In a globalized world like the current one, Mechanical Engineers have to be able to successfully face the challenges that society demands of them, developing their activity with ethics and professionalism, taking into account both the socio-economic and environmental impact that is derived. of your activity.

The skills that the mechanical engineer acquires through the Degree in Mechanical Engineering, guarantees a very versatile training, which allows them to access a very broad labor market both in industry and in other sectors with high added value. Their career opportunities range from engineering to management and leadership. That is why the knowledge that a mechanical engineer acquires allows him to function successfully in all his possible professional facets.

Competences 

GENERAL COMPETENCIES

GENERAL COMPETENCIES

Minimum stay requirements 

• The permanence of the students in the Degree studies will be a maximum of eight years for full-time students. Part-time students may request an extension of up to two more years from the Rector.
• In Bachelor's degrees lasting more than 240 credits (4 years), the maximum of the previous section will be increased by one more year for every 60 ECTS credits that are added to the 240 ECTS.
• Students must pass a minimum of two subjects in the first year. Students studying part-time must pass at least one subject in their first academic year.
• Students who are studying any official Bachelor's degree at the Rey Juan Carlos University may make a maximum of four registrations to pass each of the subjects of the study plan, without counting previous cancellations of the same.

For more information see: Permanence regulations

Minimum number of ECTS credits by type of enrollment and course

Full-time students:

Part-time students:

Internal quality assurance system

Manual of the Internal Quality Assurance System

Composition of the commission

Composition of the Commission

Results report

Once the follow-up has been carried out, the quantitative information on the results obtained in the follow-up of said Degree is shown, differentiated by academic year.

• 2022/2023
• 2021/2022
• 2020/2021
• 2019/2020
• 2018/2019
• 2017/2018

General information collection plan

• Indicators 2017/18
• Indicators 2018/19
• Indicators 2019/20
• Indicators 2020/21
• Indicators 2021/22
• Indicators 2022/23

Improvement actions

The Quality Assurance System of the Rey Juan Carlos University establishes that the degree's Quality Assurance Commission will annually analyze the information derived from the degree's indicators and prepare a report that will include improvement plans if the results so indicate.

• Improvement actions 2022/2023
• Improvement actions 2021/2022
• Improvement actions 2020/2021
• Improvement actions 2019/2020
• Improvement actions 2018/2019
• Improvement actions 2017/2018

Renewal of accreditation

The renewal of the accreditation represents the culmination of the implementation process of the official Bachelor's and Master's degrees registered in the Register of Universities, Centers and Degrees (RUCT). The renewal of the accreditation of official bachelor's and master's degrees is organized in three phases: self-assessment report, external visit and final assessment.

In the first phase, the university describes and assesses the status of the degree with respect to the established criteria and guidelines. The result is the Self-Assessment Report (IA) that is presented. The second and third phases are carried out by a group of evaluators external to the evaluated title.”

Final report renewal of accreditation 2023

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