Course Title: Use advanced computational processes to provide solutions to energy sector engineering problems
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2016
Course Code: COSC6140C
Course Title: Use advanced computational processes to provide solutions to energy sector engineering problems
School: 130T Vocational Engineering
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6121 - Advanced Diploma of Computer Systems Engineering
Course Contact: Program Manager
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4468
Course Contact Email: vocengineering@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Dr Elmas Aliu
Ph: +61 3 9925 4360
Email: elmas.aliu@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 120
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
UEENEEE126A + UEENEEE129A
OR
UEENEEE101A + UEENEEE104A + UEENEEG101A
OR
UEENEEH114A + UEENEEE101A AND UEENEEE104A OR UEENEEH169A
Course Description
This unit covers the application of advanced computational processes to solve energy sector engineering problems. It encompasses working safely, applying problem solving techniques, using a range of advanced mathematical processes, providing solutions to electrical/electronics engineering problems and justifying such solutions.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
UEENEEE127A Use advanced computational processes to provide solutions to energy sector engineering problems |
Element: |
1 Provide computational solutions to energy sector engineering problems. |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 OHS procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained and understood. 1.2 The nature of the problems are obtained from documentation or work supervisor to establish the scope of work to be undertaken. 1.3 Problems are clearly stated in writing and/or diagrammatic form to ensure they are understood and appropriate methods used to resolve them. 1.4 Known constants and variable related to the problem are obtained from measured values or problem documentation. 1.5 Alternative methods for resolving the problem are considered and where necessary discussed with appropriate person(s). 1.6 Problems are solved using advanced mathematical processes and within the realistic accuracy. |
Element: |
2 Complete work and document problem solving activities. |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Justification for solutions used to solve engineering problems is documented for inclusion in work/project development records in accordance with professional standards. 2.2 Work completion is documented and appropriate person(s) notified. |
Learning Outcomes
Refer to Elements
Details of Learning Activities
You will involve in the following learning activities to meet requirements for the this competency and stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates
• Classroom tutorial
• Work simulation activities
Engineers Australia Mapping Information:
This course is mapped against stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates developed by Engineers Australia as detailed below:
EA 1. Knowledge and Skill Base
EA1.1. Descriptive, formula-based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the practice area.
EA 1.2. Procedural-level understanding of the mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the practice area.
EA 1.3. In depth practical knowledge and skills within specialist sub-disciplines of the practice area.
EA 1.4. Discernment of engineering developments within the practice area.
EA 1.5. Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the practice area.
EA 1.6. Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the area of practice.
EA 2. Engineering Application Ability
EA 2.1. Application of established technical and practical methods to the solution of well-defined engineering problems.
EA 2.2. Application of technical and practical techniques, tools and resources to well defined engineering problems.
EA 2.3. Application of systematic synthesis and design processes to well defined engineering problems.
EA 2.4. Application of systematic project management processes.
EA 3. Professional and Personal Attributes
EA 3.1. Ethical conduct and professional accountability.
EA 3.2. Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.
EA 3.3. Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.
EA 3.4. Professional use and management of information.
EA 3.5. Orderly management of self, and professional conduct.
EA 3.6. Effective team membership and team leadership.
Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies are mapped with competency UEENEEE127A in the Assessment Matrix.
Teaching Schedule
The proposed teaching schedule for this competency is detailed below:
Week |
Topic Delivered | Elements /Performance criteria |
1 | Introduction to the competency |
1.1-1.6 |
2 | Use advanced computational processes to define and apply to basic examples from 1st principles; Notation and Results of derivative of k.f(ax + b) where f(x)=x to the power of n, sin x, cos x, tan x, e to the power of x, ln x. Use advanced computational processes to define and apply rules - derivative of sum and difference; product rule; quotient rule; chain rule (function of a function), limited to two rules for any given function, the 2nd derivative. Assignment (Part A) handed out (worth 5% of total mark) due date end of week 9. |
1.1-1.3 |
3 | Use advanced computational processes to applications - equations of tangents and normals; stationary points; turning points; and curve sketching; rates of change; rectilinear motion |
1.3-1.4 |
4 | Use advanced computational processes to verbally formulated problems involving related rates and maxima: minima Use advanced computational processes to Apply differential calculus to engineering problems |
1.5-1.6 |
5 | Use advanced computational processes to define Integral Calculus integration as the inverse operation to differentiation |
1.1-1.3 |
6 | Use advanced computational processes to results of the integral of k.f(ax + b) where f(x) = x to the power of n, sin x, cos x, sec squared x, e to the power of x, method of substitution, the definite integral. |
1.4-1.5 |
7 | Use advanced computational processes to applications - areas between curves; rectilinear motion including displacement from acceleration and distance travelled; voltage and current relationship in capacitors and inductors and the like. |
1.5-1.6 |
8 | Use advanced computational processes of integral calculus in engineering applications |
2.1 |
9 | Use advanced computational processes to Linear Algebra (Matrix Algebra) Use advanced computational processes to linear mapping, determinants Assignment (Part B) handed out (worth 15% of total mark) due date end of week 32 |
1.1-1.3 |
10 | Use advanced computational processes to linear mapping, determinants Assignment (Part B) handed out (worth 15% of total mark) due date end of week 32 |
2.2 |
11 | Use advanced computational processes to solve engineering problems involving linear equations Use advanced computational processes to |
1.1-1.2 2.1 |
12 | Vector Algebra Definition, geometrical representation, addition and scalar multiplication
|
1.3, 2.2 |
13 |
Use advanced computational processes to solve engineering problems involving dot and cross products, equations of lines and planes |
1.1-1.5 2.2 |
14 | Use advanced computational processes to solve engineering problems involving equations of lines and planes | 1.6, 2.1 |
15 |
Revision Elements: |
1.1-1.4 2.1 |
16 |
Practice test Elements: |
1.1-1.4 2.1 |
17 | Closed book Test 1 (worth 30% of total mark) |
1.1-1.4 2.1 |
18 | Use advanced computational processes to solve problems involving functions of multiple variables graphs, level curves and surfaces partial derivatives; |
1.4 2.1 |
19 | Use advanced computational processes to solve problems involving functions of multiple variables partial derivatives; chain rule; directional derivative; | 1.5, 2.1 |
20 | Use advanced computational processes to solve problems involving functions of multiple variables partial derivatives; maxima and minima |
1.6 2.1 |
21 | Use advanced computational processes to solve problems involving Sequences and Series Use advanced computational processes to solve problems involving infinite Series, Taylor’s Theorem power series manipulation. |
1.1-1.2 2.1 |
22 | Use advanced computational processes to solve problems involving infinite Series, Taylor’s Theorem power series manipulation.
|
1.3 2.1 |
23 |
Use advanced computational processes to solve problems involving Differential Equations: • Introduction and definition |
1.1-1.3 2.1 |
24 | Applications of first order differential equations into engineering problems. |
1.4-1.6 2.1 |
25 | Use advanced computational processes to solve problems involving Second Order linear Differential Equations Use advanced computational processes to solve problems involving partial differential equations. Numerical Techniques. |
1.1-1.3 2.1 |
26 | Use advanced computational processes to solve problems involving partial differential equations. Numerical Techniques. |
1.5-1.6 2.1 |
27 | Use advanced computational processes to solve problems involving integers, irrational and complex numbers. Use advanced computational processes to solve problems involving complex numbers and their engineering applications. |
1.4-1.6 2.2 |
28 | Use advanced computational processes to solve problems involving complex numbers and their engineering applications. |
1.1-1.3 2.2 |
29 | Use advanced computational processes to solve problems involving Statistics: assembly, representation and analysis of data. fitting distributions to data. |
1.4 2.2 |
30 | Use advanced computational processes to solve problems involving Statistics: . non-parametric statistics. tests of significance for means, variances and extreme values. |
1.5 2.2 |
31 | Use advanced computational processes to solve problems involving Statistics: Correlation |
1.6 2.2 |
32 | Practice Test and revision | 1.4-1.6 2.2 |
33&34 |
Practice Test and revision |
1.4-1.6 2.2 |
35&36 | Closed book Final Test(worth 50% of total mark) | 1.4-1.6 2.2 |
Student directed hours involve completing activities such as reading online resources, assignment, individual student-teacher course-related consultation. Students are required to self-study the learning materials and complete the assigned out of class activities for the scheduled non-teaching hours. The estimated time is 24 hours outside the class time.
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
Glyn James, Modern Engineering Mathematics, fourth edition, Pearson Education Australia |
1447915925 |
References
Croft A, Davidson R, Mathematics for Engineers, third edition, Pearson Education Australia |
1408263238 |
Other Resources
Students will be able to access information and learning materials through myRMIT and may be provided with additional materials in class. List of relevant reference books, resources in the library and accessible Internet sites will be provided where possible. During the course, you will be directed to websites to enhance your knowledge and understanding of difficult concepts.
Overview of Assessment
The assessment is conducted in both theoretical and practical aspects of the course according to the performance criteria set in the National Training Package. Assessment may incorporate a variety of methods including written/oral activities and demonstration of practical skills to the relevant industry standards. Participants are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment activities to their teacher/assessor. Feedback will be provided throughout the course. To successfully complete this course you will be required to demonstrate competency in each assessment task detailed under Assessment Tasks:
Assessment 1: Assignment, Part A
Weighting towards final grade (%): 5
Assessment 2: Assignment, Part B
Weighting towards final grade (%): 15
Assessment 3: Closed Book Test 1
Weighting towards final grade (%): 30
Assessment 4: Closed Book Final Test
Weighting towards final grade (%): 50
These tasks assesses the following Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):
Assessment Mapping Matrix
Elements/Performance Criteria | Assignment (Part A) | Assignment (Part B) | Test 1 | Final Test |
1.1 | x | x | x | x |
1.2 | x | x | x | x |
1.3 | x | x | ||
1.4 | x | x | ||
1.5 | x | x | ||
1.6 | x | x | x | |
2.1 | x | x | x | |
2.2 | x | x |
Assessment Tasks
Assessment 1: Assignment, Part A 5% - Week 9
Assessment 2: Assignment, Part B 15% - Week 32
Assessment 3: Closed Book Test 1, 30% - Week 17
Assessment 4: Closed Book Final Test, 50% - Week 33-34
This course is graded as Competent or Not Yet Competent and subsequently the following course grades are allocated:
80 - 100: CHD - Competent with High Distinction
70 - 79: CDI - Competent with Distinction
60 - 69: CC - Competent with Credit
50 - 59: CAG - Competency Achieved - Graded
0 - 49: NYC - Not Yet Competent
DNS - Did Not Submit for Assessment.
Assessment Matrix
Assessment vs UEENEEE127A Elements & Performance Criteria
UEENEEE127A Elements & Performance Criteria | ||||||||
Assessments | 1.1 | 1.2 | 1.3 | 1.4 | 1.5 | 1.6 | 2.1 | 2.2 |
Assignment (part A) | X | X | X | X | ||||
Assignment (Part B) | X | X | X | X | ||||
Test 1 (Closed Book) | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||
Final Test (Closed Book) | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Assessment vs Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies
Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies | ||||||||||||||||
Assessments | EA1.1 | EA1.2 | EA1.3 | EA1.4 | EA1.5 | EA1.6 | EA2.1 | EA2.2 | EA2.3 | EA2.4 | EA3.1 | EA3.2 | EA3.3 | EA3.4 | EA3.5 | EA3.6 |
Assignment (Part A) | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||
Assignment (Part B) | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||
Test 1 | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||
Final Test | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||
ALL ASSESSMENTS UEENEEE127A | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | ||
0 (Blank) | Graduate attribute is not assessed. | |||||||||||||||
1 | Graduate attribute is assessed in at least one, but less than one-third, of the Element | |||||||||||||||
2 | Graduate attribute is assessed in at least one third, but less than two-thirds, of the Element | |||||||||||||||
3 | Graduate attribute is assessed in more than two-thirds of the Element |
Other Information
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• Relevant
• Current
• Satisfies the learning/competency outcomes of the course
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• Assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice
• Maths and science developmental support and advice
• English language development
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