| Effective Term: | 2026/02 |
| Institute / School : | Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability |
| Unit Title: | Computational Skills for Engineers |
| Unit ID: | ENGRG1001 |
| Credit Points: | 15.00 |
| Prerequisite(s): | Nil |
| Co-requisite(s): | Nil |
| Exclusion(s): | Nil |
| ASCED: | 039999 |
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| Brief description of the Unit |
This unit is structured to familiarize students with computational tools relevant to engineering, with a strong focus on computer-aided design (CAD) and computational tools like MATLAB. It involves extensive use of widely-recognized engineering software, including AutoDESK's AutoCAD, and teaches the basics of creating and communicating technical drawings using these tools.
Moreover, the unit serves as a platform for simulating engineering systems, employing a variety of mathematical and computer-based models to describe physical systems and their responses to varied inputs. The teaching approach will provide practical insights into the methods engineers use to analyze physical systems, forecast their behaviour, and ensure their safety in real-world applications. |
| Grade Scheme: | Graded (HD, D, C, P, MF, F, XF) |
| Work Experience Indicator: |
| No work experience |
| Placement Component: | |
| Supplementary Assessment:Yes |
| 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: |
| Level of Unit in Course | AQF Level(s) of Course | | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | | Introductory | | |  | | | | | Intermediate | | | | | | | | Advanced | | | | | | |
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| Learning Outcomes: |
| Knowledge: |
| K1. | Describe the range of engineering computing tools commonly available to aid in, and solve, engineering problems. |
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| K2. | Characterise engineering systems and problems within a computing context. |
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| K3. | Explain the common strategies for modelling real world engineering systems and problems. |
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| K4. | Reproduce, reorganise, and review engineering drawings. |
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| Skills: |
| S1. | Select an appropriate problem solving technique for an engineering system. |
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| S2. | Apply an appropriate analytical technique through a computer program to an engineering system. |
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| S3. | Exhibit basic proficiency in developing and using computer code. |
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| S4. | Use engineering drawings as communication tools. |
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| Application of knowledge and skills: |
| A1. | Develop a computer program to implement an engineering model, simulate an engineering system and generate appropriate results. |
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| A2. | Apply appropriate computational tool to explore mathematics in engineering applications. |
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| A3. | Apply knowledge of drafting principles to produce high quality drawings. |
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| Unit Content: |
Numerous modeling techniques are available to depict a system's characteristics. This unit will guide you through representing both mathematical models and CAD models within a computer program, enabling you to simulate the system's behavior under various conditions. Engineers use this type of analysis daily, and mastering the ability to implement engineering models on a computer and generate results predicting outcomes under specific scenarios is an invaluable skill. Throughout this unit, we will employ case studies and engineering software to demonstrate diverse modeling techniques, helping you to anticipate the behavior of typical industrial and engineering systems.
Topics may include:
1. Computer representation of mathematical models
2. Script-based programming using MATLAB or an equivalent language.
3. Introduction to using computer software to undertake two and three-dimensional modelling.
4. Professional display of results and technical drawings, |
| Graduate Attributes: |
| Federation University recognises that students require key transferable employability skills to prepare them for their future workplace and society. FEDTASKS (Transferable Attributes Skills and Knowledge) provide a targeted focus on five key transferable Attributes, Skills, and Knowledge that are be embedded within curriculum, developed gradually towards successful measures and interlinked with cross-discipline and Co-operative Learning opportunities. One or more FEDTASK, transferable Attributes, Skills or Knowledge must be evident in the specified learning outcomes and assessment for each FedUni Unit, and all must be directly assessed in each Course.
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| FED TASK and descriptor | Development and acquisition of FEDTASKS in the Unit | | Level | FEDTASK 1
Interpersonal | Students will demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate, inter-act and work with others both individually and in groups. Students will be required to display skills in-person and/or online in: • Using effective verbal and non-verbal communication • Listening for meaning and influencing via active listening • Showing empathy for others • Negotiating and demonstrating conflict resolution skills • Working respectfully in cross-cultural and diverse teams. | Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor | FEDTASK 2
Leadership | Students will demonstrate the ability to apply professional skills and behaviours in leading others. Students will be required to display skills in: • Creating a collegial environment • Showing self -awareness and the ability to self-reflect • Inspiring and convincing others • Making informed decisions • Displaying initiative | Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor | FEDTASK 3
Critical Thinking and Creativity | Students will demonstrate an ability to work in complexity and ambiguity using the imagination to create new ideas. Students will be required to display skills in: • Reflecting critically • Evaluating ideas, concepts and information • Considering alternative perspectives to refine ideas • Challenging conventional thinking to clarify concepts • Forming creative solutions in problem solving. | Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines | FEDTASK 4
Digital Literacy | Students will demonstrate the ability to work fluently across a range of tools, platforms and applications to achieve a range of tasks. Students will be required to display skills in: • Finding, evaluating, managing, curating, organising and sharing digital information • Collating, managing, accessing and using digital data securely • Receiving and responding to messages in a range of digital media • Contributing actively to digital teams and working groups • Participating in and benefiting from digital learning opportunities. | Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines | FEDTASK 5
Sustainable and Ethical Mindset | Students will demonstrate the ability to consider and assess the consequences and impact of ideas and actions in enacting ethical and sustainable decisions. Students will be required to display skills in: • Making informed judgments that consider the impact of devising solutions in global economic environmental and societal contexts • Committing to social responsibility as a professional and a citizen • Evaluating ethical, socially responsible and/or sustainable challenges and generating and articulating responses • Embracing lifelong, life-wide and life-deep learning to be open to diverse others • Implementing required actions to foster sustainability in their professional and personal life. | Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor |
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| | Learning Outcomes Assessed | Assessment Tasks | Assessment Type | Weighting | | 1. | K1-K4, S1-S4 | Modelling and simulation based tasks | Test / Quiz | 10% - 30% | | 2. | S1-S4, A1-A3 | Simulation and modelling based assessments focusing upon a relevant engineering topic | Assessed Tutorial / Assignment | 30% - 50% | | 3. | K1-K4, S1-S4 | Project based task focusing upon a relevant engineering area | Report / Presentation | 20% - 40% |
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