A level maths in engineering

How representative is the mechanics module, from a level maths, of mechanical engineering.
Would I need to study further mechanics for a better insight?

Reply 1

mnot

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A-level mechanics is a nice introduction to some of the principles however mechanical engineering extends far beyond. It basically introduces a topic called kinematics & solid mechanics. I would say mechanical engineering at university is probably more similar to a blend of he pure maths in A-level maths & further maths with the applications of forces & energy.

I would say mechanical engineering is a really great degree:
- If you enjoy maths (all of A-level maths), this is basically the toolkit of an engineer
- You are very inquisitive about technology, you just like learning how things work, you like to explore "things"

https://mechanicalc.com/posts/overview-of-mechanical-engineering

Reply 2

Smack

Original post by losteenager15

How representative is the mechanics module, from a level maths, of mechanical engineering.
Would I need to study further mechanics for a better insight?

Probably reasonably accurate for the degree.

Reply 3

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Original post by losteenager15

How representative is the mechanics module, from a level maths, of mechanical engineering.
Would I need to study further mechanics for a better insight?

Hi there,

I took both the Maths and Further Maths A-level and am now just finishing my Masters in Mechanical Engineering this year.
I found that the mechanics section is pretty representative of your first couple months of university - they often recap a couple of the harder topics and then expand from them to much more complicated problems.
Personally I've found that the actual technical maths doesn't get too much harder than at A-level (integration ect.) but the complexity of the question and the depth of understanding/engineering principles you will need to solve the problem grows each year of study.
You shouldn't have to study additionally before university as they will only have A-level expectations of you and will teach you the new topics!

Hope this helps
Amber
Coventry University Student Ambassador

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