Engineering Design Project

Unit Outline (Higher Education)

Level of Unit in Course

AQF Level(s) of Course

Level of Unit in Course

Introductory

Intermediate

Effective Term:

2024/17

Institute / School :

Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability

Unit Title:

Engineering Design Project

Unit ID:

ENGIN3002

Credit Points:

15.00

Prerequisite(s):

(ENGIN2002 or ENMEC2121 or ENMTX2050)

Co-requisite(s):

Nil

Exclusion(s):

(ENCIV3360 and ENMEC2120 and ENMEC2121 and ENMEC3250 and ENMTX3800)

ASCED:

039999

Other Change:

Brief description of the Unit

This course will develop advanced principles of engineering design. Approaches to the design of specific artifacts are considered in the broader context of the choices presented to a design engineer. The design process includes considerations of safety and compliance with standards. Assessment of failure is also discussed in some depth. This course will have a common taught component with a range other engineering disciplines and a discipline specific group design.

Grade Scheme:

Graded (HD, D, C, P, MF, F, XF)

Work Experience Indicator:

Placement Component: No

Supplementary Assessment:No

Supplementary assessment is not available to students who gain a fail in this Unit.

Course Level:

Learning Outcomes:

On successful completion of the unit the students are expected to be able to:

Knowledge:

K1.	Interpret physics theories and mathematical methods used in engineering design

K2.	Investigate and explain various engineering design principles.

K3.	Explain and analyse how theories build into the complexities of engineering design within the students chosen engineering discipline.

Skills:

S1.	Analyse a complex engineering system.

S2.	Communicate the results of a design assignment by means of engineering drawings.

S3.	Communicate the results of a design assignment by means of a design report.

S4.	Evaluate the use of computer-aided engineering for design projects

Application of knowledge and skills:

A1.	Integrate the knowledge and skills from one of the various engineering disciplines in designing engineering systems.

A2.	Apply methods and codes of engineering design within a team environment.

A3.	Manage an assigned sustainable engineering design project

A4.	Communicate the outcome of your work in textual and graphical formats.

Unit Content:

•Lectures on higher level design theory, such as, design specifications, concept selection methods, standards, patents, design of machine components and human factors.
•Topics relevant to the individual engineering discipline that will be embedded in the group project

Graduate Attributes:

	Learning Outcomes Assessed	Assessment Tasks	Assessment Type	Weighting
1.	K1 - K3, S1 - S4, A1 - A4	Team-based design and analysis activities will be undertaken to enhance students problem solving and design skills. Report-type submission(s) would be required from student teams.	Report	100%

Adopted Reference Style:

Other (IEEE: Refer to the library website for more information)

Professional Standards / Competencies:

Standard / Competency

Engineers Australia - Stage 1 (Professional): 2017 accreditation & AQF

Attribute			Assessed	Level
1 Knowledge and Skill Base
	1.1 Comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline.
		1.1.1 Engages with the engineering discipline at a phenomenological level, applying sciences and engineering fundamentals to systematic investigation, interpretation, analysis and innovative solution of complex problems and broader aspects of engineering practice.	Yes	Advanced
	1.2 Conceptual understanding of the, mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline.
		1.2.1 Develops and fluently applies relevant investigation analysis, interpretation, assessment, characterisation, prediction, evaluation, modelling, decision making, measurement, knowledge management and communication tools and techniques pertinent to the engineering discipline.	Yes	Advanced
	1.3 In-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline.
		1.3.1 Proficiently applies advanced technical knowledge and skills in at least one specialist practice domain of the engineering discipline.	No	Advanced
	1.5 Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline.
		1.5.1 Identifies and understands the interactions between engineering systems and people in the social, cultural, environmental, commercial, legal and political contexts in which they operate, including both the positive role of engineering in sustainable development and the potentially adverse impacts of engineering activity in the engineering discipline.	Yes	Advanced
		1.5.2 Is aware of the founding principles of human factors relevant to the engineering discipline.	No	Advanced
		1.5.5 Appreciates the issues associated with international engineering practice and global operating contexts.	No	Advanced
	1.6 Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the specific discipline.
		1.6.1 Applies systematic principles of engineering design relevant to the engineering discipline.	Yes	Advanced
		1.6.2 Appreciates the basis and relevance of standards and codes of practice, as well as legislative and statutory requirements applicable to the engineering discipline.	Yes	Advanced
		1.6.3 Appreciates the principles of safety engineering, risk management and the health and safety responsibilities of the professional engineer, including legislative requirements applicable to the engineering discipline.	Yes	Advanced
		1.6.4 Appreciates the social, environmental and economic principles of sustainable engineering practice.	Yes	Advanced
		1.6.5 Understands the fundamental principles of engineering project management as a basis for planning, organising and managing resources.	Yes	Advanced
		1.6.6 Appreciates the formal structures and methodologies of systems engineering as a holistic basis for managing complexity and sustainability in engineering practice.	No	Advanced
2 Engineering Application Ability
	2.2 Fluent application of engineering techniques, tools and resources.
		2.2.1 Proficiently identifies, selects and applies the materials, components, devices, systems, processes, resources, plant and equipment relevant to the engineering discipline.	No	Advanced
		2.2.2 Constructs or selects and applies from a qualitative description of a phenomenon, process, system, component or device a mathematical, physical or computational model based on fundamental scientific principles and justifiable simplifying assumptions.	No	Advanced
		2.2.3 Determines properties, performance, safe working limits, failure modes, and other inherent parameters of materials, components and systems relevant to the engineering discipline.	No	Advanced
		2.2.4 Applies a wide range of engineering tools for analysis, simulation, visualisation, synthesis and design, including assessing the accuracy and limitations of such tools, and validation of their results.	No	Advanced
		2.2.5 Applies formal systems engineering methods to address the planning and execution of complex, problem solving and engineering projects.	No	Advanced
		2.2.10 Understands the role of quality management systems, tools and processes within a culture of continuous improvement.	No	Advanced
	2.3 Application of systematic engineering synthesis and design processes.
		2.3.1 Proficiently applies technical knowledge and open ended problem solving skills as well as appropriate tools and resources to design components, elements, systems, plant, facilities and/or processes to satisfy user requirements.	No	Advanced
		2.3.2 Addresses broad contextual constraints such as social, cultural, environmental, commercial, legal political and human factors, as well as health, safety and sustainability imperatives as an integral part of the design process.	No	Advanced
		2.3.4 Is aware of the accountabilities of the professional engineer in relation to the design authority role.	Yes	Advanced
3 Professional and Personal Attributes
	3.1 Ethical conduct and professional accountability.
		3.1.1 Demonstrates commitment to uphold the Engineers Australia - Code of Ethics, and established norms of professional conduct pertinent to the engineering discipline.	No	Advanced
		3.1.2 Understands the need for due-diligence in certification, compliance and risk management processes.	No	Advanced
		3.1.3 Understands the accountabilities of the professional engineer and the broader engineering team for the safety of other people and for protection of the environment.	No	Advanced
		3.1.4 Is aware of the fundamental principles of intellectual property rights and protection.	No	Advanced
	3.2 Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.
		3.2.1 Is proficient in listening, speaking, reading and writing English, including: a) comprehending critically and fairly the viewpoints of others; b) expressing information effectively and succinctly, issuing instruction, engaging in discussion, presenting arguments and justification, debating and negotiating to technical and non-technical audiences and using textual, diagrammatic, pictorial and graphical media best suited to the context; c) representing an engineering position, or the engineering profession at large to the broader community; d) appreciating the impact of body language, personal behaviour and other non-verbal communication processes, as well as the fundamentals of human social behaviour and their cross-cultural differences.	Yes	Advanced
	3.3 Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.
		3.3.1 Applies creative approaches to identify and develop alternative concepts, solutions and procedures, appropriately challenges engineering practices from technical and non-technical viewpoints; identifies new technological opportunities.	No	Advanced
		3.3.2 Seeks out new developments in the engineering discipline and specialisations and applies fundamental knowledge and systematic processes to evaluate and report potential.	No	Intermediate
		3.3.3 Is aware of broader fields of science, engineering, technology and commerce from which new ideas and interfaces may be may drawn and readily engages with professionals from these fields to exchange ideas.	No	Intermediate
	3.4 Professional use and management of information.
		3.4.1 Is proficient in locating and utilising information - including accessing, systematically searching, analysing, evaluating and referencing relevant published works and data; is proficient in the use of indexes, bibliographic databases and other search facilities.	No	Advanced
		3.4.2 Critically assesses the accuracy, reliability and authenticity of information.	No	Intermediate
		3.4.3 Is aware of common document identification, tracking and control procedures.	No	Intermediate
	3.5 Orderly management of self, and professional conduct.
		3.5.1 Demonstrates commitment to critical self-review and performance evaluation against appropriate criteria as a primary means of tracking personal development needs and achievements.	No	Intermediate
		3.5.3 Demonstrates commitment to life-long learning and professional development.	No	Intermediate
		3.5.4 Manages time and processes effectively, prioritises competing demands to achieve personal, career and organisational goals and objectives.	No	Advanced
		3.5.5 Thinks critically and applies an appropriate balance of logic and intellectual criteria to analysis, judgment and decision making.	No	Intermediate
		3.5.6 Presents a professional image in all circumstances, including relations with clients, stakeholders, as well as with professional and technical colleagues across wide ranging disciplines.	No	Intermediate
	3.6 Effective team membership and team leadership.
		3.6.1 Understands the fundamentals of team dynamics and leadership.	No	Advanced
		3.6.2 Functions as an effective member or leader of diverse engineering teams, including those with multilevel, multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural dimensions.	No	Advanced
		3.6.3 Earns the trust and confidence of colleagues through competent and timely completion of tasks.	No	Advanced
		3.6.4 Recognises the value of alternative and diverse viewpoints, scholarly advice and the importance of professional networking.	No	Advanced
		3.6.5 Confidently pursues and discerns expert assistance and professional advice.	No	Intermediate
		3.6.6 Takes initiative and fulfils the leadership role whilst respecting the agreed roles of others.	No	Intermediate