SMI Program - Mechanical Sciences and Engineering

National Master of Science Degree Master of Science DNM) in Mechanical Sciences and Engineering (SMI)

In this Master of Science program, students receive training at the cutting edge of the latest advancements in mechanical sciences and engineering (modeling, numerical simulations, and experimental methods). The curriculum, drawing on expertise from the business world and four renowned laboratories located on the University of Lille’s Cité Scientifique campus, offers a rich and varied educational program that meets the needs of the job market in industry and academic research.

Campus

Arts et Métiers Campus Arts et Métiers Lille

Pedagogy

Training schedule

This program lasts two years. The first year is offered at the Arts et Métiers campus Arts et Métiers Paris as part of the "Factory of the Future - Energy" course.

The second year is offered on the Lille campus in two semesters:

S3: academic
S4: internship

Objectives

Acquire in-depth knowledge in both solid mechanics and fluid mechanics
Develop theoretical, practical, and digital skills in mechanics

Program

This Master of Science program Master of Science around a core curriculum supplemented by a specialization track, which students choose from among the three available options based on their career goals.

The following courses are offered:

Fluid mechanics R&D aims to acquire and master advanced concepts in fluid mechanics, theoretical and experimental approaches, as well as modeling and numerical simulation.
Mechanical materials R&D aims to acquire and master advanced concepts in solid mechanics, theoretical and experimental approaches, as well as modeling and numerical simulation.
Numerical Simulation in Mechanical Engineering aims to provide students with advanced knowledge and skills in numerical simulation, both in fluid mechanics and solid mechanics.

The curriculum offered by the Master of Science on the following skill and knowledge modules (SKMs):

BCC 1: Numerically simulate a mechanical system
BCC 2: Modeling a mechanical system
BCC 3: Promoting results and skills
BCC 4: Designing an experimental setup to address a scientific problem
BCC 5: Building a Career Path - these skills are addressed through the structure of the Master of Science program

Details of the courses:

Semester 3 (30 ECTS)

Core curriculum

BCC 1 (3 ECTS)
- 2D numerical method for mechanics
- 2D digital project
BCC 2 (6 ECTS)
- Nonlinear Mechanics of Materials and Damage
- Advanced Fluid Dynamics
BCC 3 (3 ECTS): English
BCC 4 (3 ECTS): Introduction to experimental tools for engineers
BCC 5 (3 ECTS)
- Industry and research challenges
- Preparation for professional integration
- Depending on the student's previous academic background:
  - Student who completed the M1 in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Lille: Laboratory research project
  - Students entering directly into the M2 program (who did not complete the M1 program at the University of Lille): must take and pass the following modules:
    - Math upgrade
    - Fundamentals of Mechanics in Continuous Media
    - Abaqus and Thermal software upgrade

Track option (12 ECTS)

Fluid mechanics R&D
- Experimental Methods in Fluid Mechanics (BCC 2, BCC 4)
- Hydrodynamic instability (BCC 2)
- Turbulence (BCC 2)
- Numerical Simulation in Fluid Mechanics (BCC 1, BCC 2)
- Choose 2 out of 4: (BCC 2)
  - Vehicle aerodynamics
  - Multiphase flows
  - Biomechanics
  - Turbomachinery
Mechanical materials R&D
- Experimental Methods in Solid Mechanics (BCC 2, BCC 4)
- Finite elements (BCC 1)
- Advanced Mechanics of Continuous Media: Nonlinear Elasticity / Large Transformations (Plasticity) (BCC 2)
- Numerical Simulation in Solid Mechanics (ABAQUS) (BCC 1, BCC 2)
- Choose 2 out of 4: (BCC 2)
  - Heterogeneous materials
  - Contact mechanics
  - Material fatigue
  - Biomechanics
Numerical Simulation in Mechanical Engineering (SNIM)
- Finite elements (BCC 1)
- Heterogeneous materials (BCC 2)
- Numerical simulation in fluid mechanics (star ccm+) (BCC 1)
- ABAQUS numerical simulation (BCC 1)
- Fluid-Structure Interaction (BCC 2)
- Digital project (BCC 1)
- Choose 2 out of 4 (BCC 2)
  - Multiphase flow & µ-fluidics
  - Vehicle aerodynamics
  - Contact mechanics
  - Turbomachinery

Semester 4: Internship (30 ECTS)

Examples of internship topics:

Approach using gamma radiation dose calculations for atmospheric dispersion in CFD simulation (EDF Chatou Research Center)
Reliability assessment of safety injection pumps at the Blayais nuclear power plant (EDF)
Study of interactions between a fluid and a bearing surface (LMFL-IRENAV)
Experimental study of hydraulic conveying of a granular phase (Saint-Etienne School of Mines)
Fluid-Structure Interaction Approach for Numerical Modeling of Liquid Sloshing in a Tank (Segula Technologies)
Anisotropy induced by the Mullins effect (Michelin)

Assessment, validation, and teaching methods

With refresher and remedial courses offered at the start of each year of Master of Science program, the curriculum is designed to accommodate students of varying skill levels and provide them with the best possible support to ensure their success.

The three specialization tracks offered in Master of Science program are designed to help students find their direction and develop their career plans in line with their aspirations.

Assessments are based on continuous evaluation, practical work, and a final exam.

To earn the Master of Science degree, the grade point average for each course must be 10/20 or higher. The grade for the research internship must be 10/20 or higher.

Career opportunities

The goal of this Master of Science to provide training that reflects the latest advancements in mechanical science and engineering to all prospective graduates seeking careers in the field of mechanical engineering (specialist roles, corporate R&D positions, or careers as mechanical engineers or researchers).

Most graduates of this Master of Science to Master of Science careers in research at companies or research centers in the transportation, aerospace, energy, construction, and environmental sectors.

Industrial partners

Alstom, Bombardier, EDF, AREVA, DCNS, CETIM, Safran, Renault, Onera...

Academic partners

This Master of Science jointly accredited by Centrale Lille and the University of Lille.

Highlights of the training program

Broad spectrum of teaching
Overview of research in mechanics
Mixed materials/fluid mechanics course
Teaching of numerical mechanics
Internship opportunities in the R&D departments of large companies

Admissions

Admission requirements and required level

Holders of a Master of Science or equivalent degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics
Holders of an engineering degree with proven knowledge in Mechanics, Physics, or Mathematics
Prerequisites: Solid M1-level training in Mechanics, Physics, or Mathematics

The target audience consists primarily of graduate students pursuing Master of Science mechanical engineering, physics, or mathematics at the university, as well as students in their final year of engineering school.