Course Title: Apply computer-aided modelling and data management techniques to aeronautical engineering designs
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2020
Course Code: AERO5951C
Course Title: Apply computer-aided modelling and data management techniques to aeronautical engineering designs
School: 174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6131 - Advanced Diploma of Engineering (Aeronautical)
Course Contact: Program Manager
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99254468
Course Contact Email: vehs@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Amir Zokaei-Fard
Senior Educator
Ph: +61 3 9925 4184
Email: amir.fard@rmit.edu.au
Appointment via email
George Zouev
Program Manager
Email: george.zouev@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 80
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
MEM09143A Represent aeronautical engineering designs
MEM16008A Interact with computing technology
MEM30007A Select common engineering materials
MEM30012A Apply mathematical techniques in manufacturing, engineering or related situations
Course Description
This unit covers the application of CAD modelling and data management techniques to the design of aeronautical engineering products, processes, systems or services.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MEM09153A Apply computer aided modelling and data management techniques to aeronautical engineering designs |
Element: |
1. Clarify product, process, system or service design requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Discuss and clarify design specifications of the required product, process, system or service with the client and design team |
Element: |
2. Produce initial product, process, system or service CAD model |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Apply CAD modelling and data management techniques to suit given task 2.2 Confirm initial CAD model and graphical representation satisfies the design specification, manufacturing and operational requirements, safety, environmental and related standards 2.3 Determine design parameters for the model using engineering calculations and engineering references, standards and codes 2.4 Identify materials, manufacturing methods and processes for initial design model 2.5 Ensure initial design model provides for assembly and system form, fit, functional, load, service life and maintainability requirements 2.6 Prepare initial production graphics, specifications and instructions in accordance with the agreed design concept and organisational requirements using organisation standards 2.7 Customise CAD software appropriately to suit task requirements 2.8 Manage and distribute CAD-generated data according to organisation protocols and access privileges, and contractual or agreed client requirements |
Element: |
3. Validate the product, process, system or service model |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Confirm suitability of the product, process, system or service design model and graphical representation with the client, other team members and interested parties |
Element: |
4. Develop, validate, implement and file model data, production graphics and specifications and procedural documentation |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Prepare production model and graphics, specifications and instructions for the product, process, system or service in accordance with the agreed design concept and organisational requirements and incorporate feedback on initial design graphics 4.2 Check production model or graphics, specifications and instructions for the product, process, system or service with the client, design team and other affected persons for suitability prior to implementation 4.3 Respond to implementation installation and commissioning feedback in accordance with organisational requirements 4.4 Maintain validated production model or graphics, specifications and instructions for the product process, system or service throughout the implementation, installation and commissioning processes, and process and file in accordance with organisational requirements |
Learning Outcomes
Competency in this unit includes contribution to the full design process by the creation of models, graphics, documentation, and specifications representing aeronautical engineering products, processes, systems or services in support of the planning and design processes.
Work would typically be carried out as part of a design or engineering support team. The data generated from the modelling process would be managed according to organisation procedures and contractual or agreed customer requirements.
Details of Learning Activities
The course is primarily project-based and is largely student-directed. The project will be done in 2 parts. In part I, you will work individually and in the second part, you might be allocated in groups of 2-3 students and each group will work as a team on a design project based on a given design specification. Each group nominates a group leader and will meet with the advisor at least once a week. Design report and Design portfolio at the end of semester forms part of the assessment.
Adequate materials will be provided to you to equip yourself with knowledge and skills in CAD applications and ability to use the AutoCAD and SolidWorks packages to construct, dimension, annotate and plot aerospace components.
Computer Laboratory: Computer labs are 3.5 hours long and take place once a week. We mainly use Microsoft® PowerPoint slides, but enhance the material with some active learning exercises.
Readings: The readings will use the referenced textbooks and will give an overview of the published literature in the field.
Assignments: The project and CAD assignments will challenge you to apply and deepen your theoretical knowledge and skills learnt in other courses.
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 MEM09153A in the Assessment Matrix.
Teaching Schedule
The proposed teaching schedule for the competency is detailed below:
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The proposed teaching schedule for the competency(MEM09153A) is detailed below:
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Student directed hours involve completing activities such as reading online resources, assignments, project work, individual student-teacher course-related consultation, organised industrial visits and lab reports. Students are required to self-study the learning materials and complete the assigned out of class activities for the scheduled non-teaching hours. In this competency, the estimated student directed hours is 20 hours outside the class time.
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
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: Interim project Report
Assessment 2: Final project Report and poster
Assessment 3: Final Assessment (3D solid Modelling)
These tasks assesses the following Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):
Assessment Mapping Matrix
| Elements/ Performance Criteria | Interim Project Report |
Final project Report & Poster |
Final Assessment (3D Solid Modelling) |
| 1.1 | X | X | |
| 2.1 | X | X | X |
| 2.2 | X | X | |
| 2.3 | X | ||
| 2.4 | X | ||
| 2.5 | X | X | |
| 2.6 | X | X | |
| 2.7 | X | ||
| 2.8 | X | X | |
| 3.1 | X | X | |
| 4.1 | X | X | |
| 4.2 | X | X | |
| 4.3 | X | X | |
| 4.4 | X | X |
Assessment Tasks
You are required to complete the following assessment tasks:
Assessment 1 : Interim project report (week 12)+
Portfolio of evidence/weekly progress reports (week 2-14)
+
Assessment 2: Final Project Report (week 16)
+ Scientific poster (week 15)
+ Portfolio of evidence (week 2-14)
Assessment 3: 3D solid Modelling (SolidWorks/AutoCAD) (week 16)
All assignments will go through Academic Integrity Check software TurnItIn. Please also refer to the marking guide for more detail information about all assessments.
This course is graded as Competent or Not Yet Competent.
Assessment Matrix
Assessment vs MEM09153A Elements & Performance Criteria
| MEM09153A Elements & Performance Criteria | ||||||||||||||
| Assessments | 1.1 | 2.1 | 2.2 | 2.3 | 2.4 | 2.5 | 2.6 | 2.7 | 2.8 | 3.1 | 4.1 | 4.2 | 4.3 | 4.4 |
| Assessment 1-Interim Project Report+ Portfolio of evidence/weekly Progress Reports | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| Assessment 2 -Final Project Report + Scientific Poster+ Portfolio of Evidence | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||
| Assessment 3- 3D Solid Modelling (SolidWorks/AutoCAD) | 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 |
| Assessment 1-Interim Project Report+ Portfolio of evidence/weekly Progress Reports | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||
| Assessment 2 -Final Project Report + Scientific Poster+ Portfolio of Evidence | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||
| Assessment 3- 3D Solid Modelling (SolidWorks/AutoCAD) | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||
| ALL ASSESSMENTS MEM09153A | 3 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 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:
Study and Learning Centre (SLC) provides free learning and academic development advice to you.
Services offered by SLC to support your numeracy and literacy skills are:
- assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice
- maths and science developmental support and advice
- English language development
Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/studyandlearningcentre to find more information about Study and learning Support
Equitable Learning Services (ELS):
If you are suffering from long-term medical condition or disability, you should contact Equitable Learning Services (ELS) to seek advice and support to complete your studies.
Please refer to https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services to find more information about services offered by Equitable Learning Services (ELS).
Late submission:
If you require an Extension of Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) for 7 calendar days or less (from the original due date) and have valid reasons, you must complete and lodge 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 2 working days of the date of lodgment as to whether the extension has been granted.
If you seek an Extension of Submittable Work for more than 7 calendar days (from the original due date) must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form under the provisions of the Special Consideration Policy, preferably prior to, but no later than 2 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 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.
Please Refer: www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity to find more information about plagiarism.
Other Information:
All email communications will be sent to your RMIT email address and you must regularly check your RMIT emails.
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