Swinburne University of Technology - Melbourne Australia
Future Students - Courses
Duration
Contact Hours
Campus
Prerequisite
Corequisite
1 Semester
90 hours
Hawthorn
Nil
Credit Points: 12.5 Credit Points
A unit of study in the Associate Degree in Engineering
To develop and improve students investigation, teamwork and time management skills. To develop understanding and basic knowledge of: Professional careers within Engineering and Science, Professionalism in engineering, including ethical aspects of engineering, Critical analysis and problem solving strategies, Professional presentation and engineering report writing. To develop students' ability to graphically communicate ideas & designs using engineering standards and conventions, and to gain understanding of: • Graphical communication fundamentals • Development of design ideas using sketches • Sketching and drawing in isometric projection • Spatial relations of lines and surfaces • Dimensioning • Presentation of drawings according to professional standards • Relationships between 2D and 3D graphical presentations • Concepts of 3D visualisation • Orthogonal projection • Intersections and auxiliary views • Assembly drawings • Graphical presentation of design projects At the end of this subject students will be able to: Link and to use their existing knowledge for engineering purposes Demonstrate understanding of history of a particular engineering discipline Demonstrate understanding of emerging trends in a particular engineering discipline Demonstrate development of investigative skills Demonstrate understanding of engineering approach in problem solving Demonstrate understanding of engineering systems Demonstrate ability to communicate design outcomes effectively using sketches and CAD drawings Demonstrate ability to write engineering reports Demonstrate ability to give formal professional presentations Demonstrate awareness of engineering ethics Demonstrate understanding of social and environmental implications of engineering practice
Lectures, Tutorials, Laboratories
Professional issues involving reports and presentations (50%), CAD section involving assignments and test (50%). Actual allocation of marks will be specified in the Unit of Study Outline.
Swinburne Generic Skills: Capable in their chosen professional, vocational or study areas Operate effectively in work and community situations Are adaptable and manage change Are aware of environments in which they will be contributing Are entrepreneurial in contributing to innovation and development within their business, workplace, or community Professional Engineering Generic Skills: In addition to the Swinburne generic attributes, this subject is also expected to enhance skills recognised by the Institution of Engineers (Australia), specifically: Ability to apply knowledge of basic science and engineering fundamentals Ability to communicate effectively, not only with engineers but also with the community at large Ability to understand problem identification, formulation and solution Ability to utilise a systems approach to design and operational performance Ability to function effectively as an individual and in multi-disciplinary and multicultural teams, with the capacity to be a leader or manager as well as an effective team member Understanding of the social, cultural, global and environmental responsibilities of the professional engineer, and the need for sustainable development Understanding of the principles of sustainable design and development Understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities and commitment to them Expectation of the need to undertake lifelong learning, and capacity to do so.
Professional Engineering Generic Skills: In addition to the Swinburne generic attributes, this subject is also expected to enhance skills recognised by the Institution of Engineers (Australia), specifically:
History, current challenges and future of a particular engineering discipline Fundamentals of engineering communication (graphical, written and oral) Interview fundamental and functions Engineering projects phases and stakeholders Fundamentals of project management Problem-solving process and strategies Professionalism in engineering and professional associations Engineering ethics Social and environmental aspects of engineering activities Sustainable development.
Johnston, S 1995, Engineering and Society: An Australian Perspective, 2nd edn, Longman, Melbourne. Beder, S, 1998, The New Engineer: Management and Professional Responsibility in a Changing World, MacMillan, Melbourne.
