Course Title: Apply physics to solving electrotechnology engineering problems

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2015

Course Code: ONPS5684C

Course Title: Apply physics to solving electrotechnology engineering problems

School: 130T Vocational Engineering

Campus: City Campus

Program: C6120 - Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology - Electrical

Course Contact: Program Manager

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4468

Course Contact Email: engineering-tafe@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Dr Elmas Aliu
GPO Box 2476V, Melbourne 3001
PHONE: +61 3 9925 4360 FAX: +61 3 9925 4377
Email: elmas.aliu@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 60

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

UEENEEE101A

Course Description

This unit covers the law of physics and how they apply to solving electrotechnology related problems. It encompasses working safely, knowledge of measurements of physical phenomena, linear and angular motion, harmonic motion, wave theory, optics, acoustics and heat capacity and transfer, use of measurement techniques, solving physics related problems and documenting justification for such solutions.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

UEENEEE082A Apply physics to solving electrotechnology engineering problems

Element:

1. Prepare to apply physics to developing solutions to electrotechnology related problems.

Performance Criteria:

1.1 OHS procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained and understood.
1.2 1.2 OHS risk control work preparation measures and procedures are followed.
1.3 The nature of the problem is obtained and understood from documentation or from work supervisor.
1.4 Problems are clearly stated in writing and/or diagrammatic form to ensure they are understood and appropriate methods used to resolve them.
1.5 Equipment and testing devices needed to develop solutions to problems are obtained and checked for correct operation and safety

 

Element:

2. Apply the laws of physics to developing solutions to electrotechnology problems.

Performance Criteria:

2.1 OHS risk control work measures and procedures are followed.

2.2 Tests and measurements are undertaken in strict accordance with OHS requirements and within established safety procedures.

2.3 Knowledge of laws of physics are drawn to develop resolutions problems in static and dynamics including tests and measurements and interpreting their results.
2.4 Theoretical and measured values are applied to developing solutions to problems in static and dynamics
2.5 Consideration is given to adverse effects in the developed solutions of problems
2.6 Unexpected situations are dealt with safely and with the approval of an authorised person.
 

Element:

3. Report solutions of problems in static and dynamics.

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Proposed solutions to electrotechnology problems are documented with science based justification for the solutions.
3.2 Known adverse effects and outcome of developed solution are included in the report
3.3 Solution report is forwarded to the and appropriate person notified in accordance with established procedures
 


Learning Outcomes


Refer to Elements

 

 


Details of Learning Activities

You will involve in the following learning activities to meet requirements for this competency and stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates.

  • Tutorial
  • Practicals
  • Lecture

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 UEENEEE082A 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 of Apply physics to solving electrotechnology engineering problems

Measurement encompassing
• SI units in measurement of physical phenomena
• Uncertainty and tolerance
• Scalar and Vector quantities. Vectors
Vector addition (Graphical and trigonometric method). Resolving a vector
• Assignment (Part A) handed out (worth 5% of total mark) due date end of week 4.

1.1-1.5
2.1-2.4
2 Apply physics to solving electrotechnology engineering problems energy on mathematical concepts as:
Motion, Force, Units, Linear motion, Displacement
• Motion in a straight line
• Velocity
• Acceleration
• Distance, Velocity and Acceleration
Motion in a vertical plane
Acceleration of Gravity
Falling Bodies
Projectile motion
1.1-1.5
2.4-2.6
3.1
3 Apply physics to solving electrotechnology engineering problems energy on concepts such as
Laws of Motion
• First Law of Motion
• Mass
• Second Law of Motion
Weight
Third Law of Motion
Friction
• Static and kinetic friction
• Coefficient of friction
• Rolling Friction
1.2
2.1-2.6
3.2-3.3
4 Apply physics to solving electrotechnology engineering problems energy on concepts as
Energy
• Work
• Power
• Efficiency
• Kinetic Energy
• Potential Energy
• Rest and Conservation of Energy
1(1.1-1.5)
2(2.1-2.6)
3(3.1-3.3)
5

 Apply physics to solving electrotechnology engineering problems energy on concepts as
Momentum
• Linear Momentum
• Impulse
• Collisions
Assignment handed out (worth 15% of total mark) due date end of week 16.

1.1-1.3
2.1-2.4
3.1-3.3
6 Apply physics to solving electrotechnology engineering problems energy on concepts as
Circular Motion and Gravitation
• Centripetal Acceleration
• Centripetal Force
• Motion in a Vertical Circle
• Gravitation
• Satellite Motion
 
1.2-1.5
2.1-2.6
3.2-3.3
7

Apply physics to solving electrotechnology engineering problems energy on concepts as
Rotational Motion
• Angular Measure
• Angular Velocity
• Angular Acceleration
• Moment of inertia
• Moment of inertia
• Torque
• Rotational Energy and Work
• Angular Momentum

1.1-1.5
2.1-2.6
3.1-3.3
8

Practice test and revision

1.1,1.5
2.1-2.3
3.1-3.2
 
9 Closed book Test 1
(worth 30% of total mark)
1.1,1.5
2.1-2.3
3.1-3.2
10 Apply physics to solving electrotechnology engineering problems energy on concepts as
Simple harmonic motion and vibration
Restoring force
Elastic Potential Energy
Simple harmonic motion Period of frequency
Displacement, frequency and Acceleration
Energy, Pendulum
 1.1-1.5
2.1-2.6
3.1-3.3
11 Apply physics to solving electrotechnology engineering problems energy on concepts as
Waves and Sound
• Waves
• Waves Properties
• Logarithms
Waves and Sound
• Sound
• Doppler Effect
 1.1-1.5
2.1-2.6
3.1-3.3
12 Apply physics to solving electrotechnology engineering problems energy on concepts as Electromagnetic waves and propagation

1.1-1.3
2.1-2.6
3.1-3.2

13  Apply physics to solving electrotechnology engineering problems energy on concepts as Optics
• Mirrors and lenses
• Optical fibre
1.2-1.5
2.1-2.6
3.1-3.3
14
Apply physics to solving electrotechnology engineering problems energy on concepts as
Acoustics and ultrasonics
1.2-1.5
2.1-2.6
3.1-3.3
15 Apply physics to solving electrotechnology engineering problems energy on concepts as
Heat capacity and heat transfer
Fluid power
  1.1-1.5
2.1-2.6
3.1-3.3
16


Practice Test and revision

Final Test 

1.2-1.4
2.4-2.6
3.3
17&18

Closed Book Test

(worth 50% of total mark)

1.2-1.4
2.4-2.6
3.3

* 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 28 hours outside the class time.


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

Applied Physics By Arthur Beiser

0-07-142611-6


References

Serway “Principles of Physics" Jacob Fraden Handbook of Modern Sensors: Physics, Designs, and Applications (Handbook of Modern Sensors) By, Publisher: Springer, Publication Date: 2003-12-04
 

0387007504


Other Resources

Resource materials will be available on myRMIT>Studies>ONPS5684C


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

Element/Performance Criteria Assignment (Part A) Assignment (Part B) Closed Book Test 1 Closed Book Final Test
1.2 x x x x
1.3     x x
1.4     x x
1.5 x x   x
2.1 x x   x
2.2       x
2.3 x x   x
2.4     x x
2.5     x x
2.6       x
3.1 x x   x
3.2 x x x x
3.3 x x   x

 

 

 

            

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Assessment Tasks

• Assignment, Part A 5% - Week 4
• Assignment, Part B 15% - Week 16
• Closed Book Test 1, 30% - Week 9
• Closed Book Final Test, 50% - Week 17-18
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 UEENEEE082A Elements & Performance Criteria

  UEENEEE082A Elements & Performance Criteria
Assessments 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 3.1 3.2 3.3
Assignment (Part A) x x     x x   x       x x x
Assignment (Part B) x x     x x   x       x x x
Closed Book Test 1 x x x x         x x     x  
Closed Book Final Test x x x x x x 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  
Assignment (Part B) x x x  x     x x x  x   x x x x  
Closed Book Test 1 x x x  x     x x x            x  
Closed Book Final Test x x x   x x  x x     x x  x x    
ALL ASSESSMENTS (UEENEEE082A) 3 3 3 2 1 1 3 3 2  1 1 2 2 2 2  
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

Credit Transfer and/or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):


You may be eligible for credit towards courses in your program if you have already met the learning/competency outcomes through previous learning and/or industry experience. To be eligible for credit towards a course, you must demonstrate that you have already completed learning and/or gained industry experience that is:
• Relevant
• Current
• Satisfies the learning/competency outcomes of the course


Please refer to http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit  to find more information about credit transfer and RPL.
 

Study and Learning Support:


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• Assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice
• Maths and science developmental support and advice
• English language development
Please refer to  http://www.rmit.edu.au/studyandlearningcentre  to find more information about Study and Learning Support.


Disability Liaison Unit:


If you are suffering from long-term medical condition or disability, you should contact Disability Liaison Unit to seek advice and support to complete your studies.
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Late Submission:


If you require an Extension of Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) for seven calendar days or less (from the original due date) and have valid reasons, you must complete an Application for Extension of Submittable Work (7 Calendar Days or less) form and lodge it with the Senior Educator/ Program Manager.
The application must be lodged no later than one working day before the official due date. You will be notified within no more than two working days of the date of lodgement as to whether the extension has been granted.
If you seek an Extension of Submittable Work for more than seven calendar days (from the original due date), you must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form under the provisions of the Special Consideration Policy, preferably prior to, but no later than two working days after the official due date.
Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) submitted late without approval of an extension will not be accepted or marked.


Special Consideration:


Please refer to  http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration  to find more information about special consideration.
Plagiarism:
Plagiarism is a form of cheating and it is very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the university.
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