Course Title: Perform engineering activities
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2019
Course Code: EMPL5570C
Course Title: Perform engineering activities
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: vocenengineering@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Dr Amita Iyer
Program Manager
Phone: +61 3 9925 8311
Email: amita.iyer@rmit.edu.au
Alan Bucksh
Phone: +61 3 9925 4153
Email: alan.bucksh@rmit.edu.au
Appointment by email
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
MEM16006A Organise and communicate information
Course Description
This unit covers the performance of technical aspects of engineering work in accordance with established engineering principles and practices.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MEM22001A Perform engineering activities |
Element: |
1. Identify and implement engineering practices |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1. Engineering practices applicable to engineering activities are identified. 1.2. Factors, conditions and contexts integral to effective engineering practice are researched and evaluated. 1.3. The application of management practices and regulatory/legal systems to engineering practice is researched and evaluated. 1.4. Elements of engineering practices are incorporated into engineering activities. |
Element: |
2. Negotiate, document and monitor outcomes and performance measures |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1. Technical experts and specialists are consulted as required. 2.2. Engineering options are evaluated and ranked. 2.3. Performance measures for processes and outcomes are negotiated with stakeholders and documented. |
Element: |
3. Negotiate, develop and document work instructions |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1. Work instructions are negotiated and documented with taskforce. |
Element: |
4. Perform hazard and risk analysis |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1. Hazards and risks associated with project are analysed |
Element: |
5. Monitor progress, respond appropriately |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1. Progress is monitored and responded to in cooperation and consultation with stakeholders and taskforce. |
Element: |
6. Conclude engineering activities appropriately |
Performance Criteria: |
6.1. Engineering activities are concluded in accordance with workplace and legislative requirements. |
Element: |
7. Evaluate career options and develop career development strategy |
Performance Criteria: |
7.1. Career options are developed based on current engineering activities. 7.2. A portfolio or CV of current engineering activities that is also a framework for future engineering activities is developed. |
Learning Outcomes
Refer to Elements
Details of Learning Activities
This Course delivered in Clustering with OENG7338C Prepare Mechanical Models using Computer Aided Engineering (CAE).
You will be involved in the following learning activities to meet requirements for this competency and stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates.
- Lectures
- Practical laboratory testings and/or simulations
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
EA 1.1. 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, account abilities 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 demeanor.
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 MEM23084A in the Assessment Matrix.
Teaching Schedule
The proposed teaching schedule for this competency is detailed below:
| Week | Topics Delivered | Elements/Performance Criteria |
| 1 | Introduction to the subject. Briefing about the Engineering activities, elements of the outcome and Performance of Criteria. Course guide explanation and its importance of attendance. | 1.1 -1.4 |
| 2 | Identifying the engineering activities, develop the technical specification and develop the professional practice. Perform engineering activities in accordance with engineering disciplines and related principles and professional practices. Modelling a race car. | 1.1-1.4, 2.1-2.3 |
| 3 |
Continue with project development and monitor the progress. consultation with the students and guide them to meet requirement of work instructions. Research and evaluate the application of project and management of engineering professional practices and follow regulatory/legal systems to engineering practices in the project |
1.1-1.4; 2.1 -2.3 and 3.1 |
| 4 |
Continue with project development and monitor the progress. consultation with the students and guide them to meet requirement of work instructions. 3D Printing started for car race model |
1.1-1.4; 2.1 -2.3 and 3.1 |
| 5 | Identify and analyse any hazards and risks and associated with the project |
1.1-1.4; 2.1 -2.3; 3.1 and 4.1 |
| 6 | Monitor the progress of Engineering activities and consult with the students of any difficulties and overcome. Explaining about Interim report assessment Task. 3D Printing continuing for car race model | 1.1-1.4; 2.1 -2.3; 3.1; 4.1 and 5.1 |
| 7 | Monitor the progress of Engineering activities and consult with the students of any difficulties and overcome. 3D Printing continuing for car race model | 1.1-1.4; 2.1 -2.3; 3.1; 4.1 and 5.1 |
| 8 | Monitor the progress of Engineering activities and consult with the students of any difficulties and overcome. Interim Report Due.3D Printing continuing for car race model. Simulation activities in SOLIDWORKS software. | 1.1-1.4; 2.1 -2.3; 3.1; 4.1 and 5.1 |
| 9 | Mid term break | 1.1-1.4; 2.1 -2.3; 3.1; 4.1 and 5.1 |
| 10 | Monitor the progress of Engineering activities and consult with the students of any difficulties and overcome associated with ethical practice, indemnity, negotiation, consultation, work experience and human relations with respect to the practice of engineering.3D Printing continuing for car race model | 1.1-1.4; 2.1 -2.3; 3.1; 4.1 and 5.1 |
| 11 | Monitor the progress of Engineering activities and consult with the students of any difficulties and overcome. assembly of car model started | 1.1-1.4; 2.1 -2.3; 3.1; 4.1 and 5.1 |
| 12 | Monitor the progress of Engineering activities and consult with the students of any difficulties and overcome. assembly continuing | 1.1-1.4; 2.1 -2.3; 3.1; 4.1 and 5.1 |
| 13 | Prepare the Final report and guiding them to appropriately to Conclude the engineering activities. assembly continuing | 1.1-1.4; 2.1 -2.3; 3.1; 4.1; 5.1 and 6.1 |
| 14 | Prepare the Final report and guiding them to appropriately to Conclude the engineering activities. developing the career options and skills to meet industry requirements. Conducting Car race | 1.1-1.4; 2.1 -2.3; 3.1; 4.1; 5.1; 6.1 and 7.1 -7.2 |
| 15 | Presentation Is due with 5-6 minutes per group. | 1.1-1.4; 2.1 -2.3; 3.1; 4.1; 5.1; 6.1 and 7.1 -7.2 |
| 16 |
Submission of Final Report Week 16 Curriculum Vitae Week 16 & feedback |
1.1-1.4; 2.1 -2.3; 3.1; 4.1; 5.1; 6.1 and 7.1 -7.2 |
| 17 | Assessment - marking | 1.1-1.4; 2.1 -2.3; 3.1; 4.1; 5.1; 6.1 and 7.1 -7.2 |
| 18 | Completion of assessment and enter result processing online | 1.1-1.4; 2.1 -2.3; 3.1; 4.1; 5.1; 6.1 and 7.1 -7.2 |
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 time is minimum 12 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.
Audio-visual aids and course notes and relevant online resources.
Materials posted on Canvas / Student Drive and class handouts
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: Outlines of engineering activities Presentation
Assessment 2: Interim report (Project) including reflective journal
Assessment 3: Final engineering activities report and Curriculum vitae
These tasks assesses the following Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):
Assessment Mapping Matrix
Element/Performance Criteria Covered |
Presentation |
Project report inc Reflective Journal |
Curriculum vitae |
1.1 |
X |
X |
X |
1.2 |
X |
X |
X |
1.3 |
X |
X |
X |
1.4 |
X |
X |
X |
2.1 |
X |
X |
X |
2.2 |
X |
X |
X |
2.3 |
X |
X |
|
3.1 |
X |
X |
X |
4.1 |
X |
X |
|
5.1 |
X |
X |
|
6.1 |
X |
X |
X |
7.1 |
X |
X |
X |
7.2 |
|
X |
X |
Assessment Tasks
This Course delivered in Clustering with OENG7338C Prepare Mechanical Models using Computer Aided Engineering (CAE).
Assessment 1: Initial design and project plan TEST, Week 4
Assessment 2: Interim report (Project) including reflective journal
Assessment 3: Final project report and model completely fabricates, Week 16
AND Curriculum vitae , Week 16
This course is assessed as Competent or Not Yet Competent.
To be deemed competent you must demonstrate an understanding of all aspects required of the competency. You need to achieve satisfactory (S) results in all assessments to be deemed Competent (CA).
Assessment Matrix
Assessment vs MEM22001A Elements & Performance Criteria
| MEM22001A Elements & Performance Criteria | |||||||||||||
| Assessments | 1.1 | 1.2 | 1.3 | 1.4 | 2.1 | 2.2 | 2.3 | 3.1 | 4.1 | 5.1 | 6.1 | 7.1 | 7.2 |
| Presentation | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| Project report | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Curriculum vitae | 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 |
| Presentation | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||
| Project report | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Curriculum vitae | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||
| All assessments MEM22001A |
1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 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
Private study hours for this clustered course is approx 30-33 hours.
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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