Engineering Project 2

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 Project 2

Unit ID:

ENGIN4002

Credit Points:

30.00

Prerequisite(s):

(ENCOR4100 or ENGIN4001)

Co-requisite(s):

Nil

Exclusion(s):

(ENCOR4200)

ASCED:

030101

Other Change:

Brief description of the Unit

This unit enables students to use knowledge acquired during their studies to undertake the second part of their chosen engineering research project. In the process, students will employ hands-on, analytical and computing skills relevant to their fields of studies. Students will finalise their survey of relevant literature and present their findings in a dissertation.

Grade Scheme:

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

Work Experience Indicator:

Placement Component: No

Supplementary Assessment:

Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment

Course Level:

Learning Outcomes:

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

Knowledge:

K1.	Plan and lead an engineering research project.

K2.	Demonstrate an ability to apply critical and independent thinking.

Skills:

S1.	Demonstrate proficiency in project management tools and concepts.

S2.	Critically analyse scientific material to effectively synthesize information and/or ideas.

S3.	Demonstrate an ability to effectively manage time and resources (independently and/or as a member of a team).

Application of knowledge and skills:

A1.	Demonstrait the knowledge and skills needed to solve contemporary and emerging engineering challenges.

Unit Content:

•Structuring and drafting of a research thesis.
•Producing a research paper out of the thesis work.

Graduate Attributes:

	Learning Outcomes Assessed	Assessment Tasks	Assessment Type	Weighting
1.	K1-K3, S1, S3, A1	A short presentation or report in the early weeks of the semester on the progress, which has been achieved thus far in the research project.	Progress report	10 - 15%
2.	K1-K4, S1-S4, A1-A3	Production of a complete and original written dissertation	Dissertation	70 - 80%
3.	K1-K3, S2-S4, A1-A3	Oral presentation outlining the research project findings	Presentation to a panel of academics and peers	15 - 25%

Adopted Reference Style:

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.	Yes	Advanced
	1.4 Discernment of knowledge development and research directions within the engineering discipline.
		1.4.1 Identifies and critically appraises current developments, advanced technologies, emerging issues and interdisciplinary linkages in at least one specialist practice domain of the engineering discipline.	Yes	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
2 Engineering Application Ability
	2.1 Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving.
		2.1.1 Identifies, discerns and characterises salient issues, determines and analyses causes and effects, justifies and applies appropriate simplifying assumptions, predicts performance and behaviour, synthesises solution strategies and develops substantiated conclusions.	Yes	Advanced
	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.	Yes	Advanced