Course Title: Apply automated systems principles and techniques in aeronautical engineering situations
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2019
Course Code: AERO5957C
Course Title: Apply automated systems principles and techniques in aeronautical engineering situations
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 9925 4468
Course Contact Email: vehs@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Luigi La Forgia
Ph: +613 9925 4864
Email: luigi.laforgia@rmit.edu.au
Appointment by email
Program Manager
Dr Amita Iyer
Ph: 99258311
Email: amita.iyer@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 60
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
MEM23052A Apply basic electro and control scientific principles and techniques in aeronautical engineering situations
MEA349A Apply basic scientific principles and techniques in aeronautical engineering
Course Description
This unit of competency covers applying scientific principles and techniques to automated systems in aeronautical engineering.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MEM23097A Apply automated systems principles and techniques in aeronautical engineering situations |
Element: |
1. Identify the range of principles and techniques relevant to automated systems |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Research and report on automated systems engineering techniques and associated technologies, software and hardware associated with implementing scientific principles relating to automated systems applications using appropriate sources of information 1.2 Identify regulatory requirements associated with automated systems |
Element: |
2. Select principles and techniques relevant to automated systems applications |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Select the relevant principles for particular automated systems situations the relevant principles 2.2 Select the relevant techniques and associated technologies, software and hardware for particular automated systems situations |
Element: |
3. Apply the relevant automated systems principles and techniques appropriately |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Apply the principles in a consistent and appropriate manner to obtain any required solution 3.2 Use appropriate calculations and correct units to establish quantities 3.3 Use coherent units in equations in a systematic manner to ensure meaningful solutions 3.4 Use significant figures in engineering calculations 3.5 Apply the techniques and associated technologies, software and hardware in a consistent and appropriate manner to obtain required solutions |
Element: |
4. Quote the results of the application of automated systems principles and techniques correctly |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Quote solutions for applications involving engineering calculations in an appropriate style 4.2 Quote solutions for applications not involving engineering calculations in an appropriate style |
Learning Outcomes
Refer to Elements
Details of Learning Activities
You will be involved in the following learning activities to meet requirements for this competency and stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates.
• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Practicals/Project Work
• Class discussion
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 MEM23097A in the Assessment Matrix.
Teaching Schedule
The proposed teaching schedule for this competency is detailed below:
Week | Topic Delivered | Element/Performance Criteria |
1 | Introduction to course |
1.1-1.2 |
2 | Class discussion, research and critical reflections on automated system scientific principles and techniques in aeronautical engineering | 1.1-1.2, 2.1-2.2 |
3 |
Technologies, software and hardware of a relevant technique for a particular automated system situation such as The Power-plant in aircraft systems Selection of scientific principles Regulatory requirements associated with automated systems in aeronautical engineering |
1.2 |
4 | PLC training | 2.2 |
5 | Assessment 1 presentations due (9 groups by 20 mins over 3 weeks) |
2.2 |
6 |
See week 5
|
3.2-3.4 |
7 | See week 5 |
1.1-1.2, 2.1-2.2, 3.1-3.5 |
8 | Provide students with guidance on Assessment 2 & 3 as required by them and/or PLC programming tuition | 1.1-1.2, 2.1-2.2, 3.1-3.5 |
9 | Assessment 2 Practical Demonstrations due (9 groups by 20 mins over 3 weeks) | 1.1-1.2, 2.1-2.2, 3.1-3.5 |
10 | See week 9 | 1.1-1.2, 2.1-2.2, 3.1-3.5 |
11 | See week 9 | 1.1-1.2, 2.1-2.2, 3.1-3.5 |
12 | Provide students with guidance on Assessment 2 & 3 as required by them and/or PLC programming tuition | 1.1-1.2, 2.1-2.2, 3.1-3.5, 4.1-4.2 |
13 | See week 12 | 1.1-1.2, 2.1-2.2, 3.1-3.5, 4.1-4.2 |
14 | Assessment 3 practical demonstrations due (9 groups by 20 mins over 3 weeks) | 1.1-1.2, 2.1-2.2, 3.1-3.5, 4.1-4.2 |
15 | See week 14 | 1.1-1.2, 2.1-2.2, 3.1-3.5, 4.1-4.2 |
16 | See week 14 | 1.1-1.2, 2.1-2.2, 3.1-3.5, 4.1-4.2 |
17-18 | Student feedback / Resit | 1.1-1.2, 2.1-2.2, 3.1-3.5, 4.1-4.2 |
Student directed hours involve completing activities such as reading online resources, assignments, 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 minimum time is 20 hours outside the class time.
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
Class notes and Tutorials. |
References
Anderson, J.D., 1989 Introduction to Flight, McGraw-Hill., ISBN 0070016410 |
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Nelson, R.C., 1998, Flight stability and Automatic Control, McGraw-Hill. |
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Phillips, W. F., 2004, Mechanics of Flight, John Wiley & Sons, ISBN 0471334588 |
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Mircoelectronics in Aircraft Systems, 1985, E H J Pallett |
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Pamadi, B. N., 2004, Performance, Stability, Dynamics, and Control of Airplanes, 2nd Ed., AIAA Education Series |
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Aircraft Electricity and Electronics, 2013,Thomas K Eismin, McGraw-Hill |
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.
Canvas, audio-visual aids and course notes.
Overview of Assessment
Assessments are conducted in both theoretical and practical aspects of the course according to the performance criteria set out in the National Training Package. Students are required to undertake summative assessments that bring together knowledge and skills. To successfully complete this course you will be required to demonstrate competency in each assessment tasks detailed under the Assessment Tasks:
Assessment 1: Research, Presentation and Report
Assessment 2: Practical Demonstrations
Assessment 3: Practical Demonstrations
These tasks assesses the following Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):
Assessment Mapping Matrix
Elements/Performance Criteria Covered | Assessment 1: Research, Present and Report | Assessment 2: Practical Demo | Assessment 3: Practical Demo |
1.1 | X | X | X |
1.2 | X | X | X |
2.1 | X | X | X |
2.2 | X | X | X |
3.1 | X | X | X |
3.2 | X | X | X |
3.3 | X | X | X |
3.4 | X | X | X |
3.5 | X | X | X |
4.1 | X | X | |
4.2 | X | X |
Assessment Tasks
Assessment 1: Research, Presentation and Report, Weeks 5-7 (Please refer to assessment sheet)
Once deemed competent weighting towards final grade (%): 20%
Assessment 2: Practical Demonstrations, Weeks 9-11 (Please refer to assessment sheet)
Once deemed competent weighting towards final grade (%): 40%
Assessment 2: Practical Demonstrations, Weeks 14-16 (Please refer to assessment sheet)
Once deemed competent weighting towards final grade (%): 40%
This course is graded as Competent or Not Yet Competent and subsequently the following course grades are allocated:
CHD - Competent with High Distinction
CDI - Competent with Distinction
CC - Competent with Credit
CAG - Competency Achieved - Graded
NYC - Not Yet Competent
DNS - Did Not Submit for Assessment
Assessment Matrix
Assessment Vs MEM23097A Elements & Performance Criteria
Assessments | 1.1 | 1.2 | 2.1 | 2.2 | 3.1 | 3.2 | 3.3 | 3.4 | 3.5 | 4.1 | 4.2 |
Assessment 1: Research, Present and Report | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||
Assessment 2: Practical Demo | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Assessment 3: Practical Demo | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Assessment vs 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: Research, Present and Report | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Assessment 2: Practical Demo | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Assessment 3: Practical Demo | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
All Assessments | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
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 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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