Course Title: Perform engineering activities

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2021

Course Code: EMPL5570C

Course Title: Perform engineering activities

School: 174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science

Campus: City Campus

Program: C6162 - Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology (Civil Engineering Design)

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

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

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

Week	Topic Delivered	Elements/Performance Criteria	Key milestones
1	Introduction and Overview of the Course, context of computer modelling, sustainability issues, work health and safety (WHS) and regulatory requirements, virtual / physical model parameters, form, function and features, required model generation processes, technical and professional assistance.	1.1 - 1.6	Project work is commenced
2	Context of computer modelling, sustainability issues, work health and safety (WHS) and regulatory requirements, virtual / physical model parameters, form, function and features, required model generation processes, technical and professional assistance. Continue work on task 1.	1.1 - 1.6
3	Interpret the requirements for the project. Apply/Develop the design requirements and parameters, Project Life Cycle Management, Allocation, Strategic Assessment & submission. Continue work on Task 1	2.1 - 2.6
4	Prepare, plan, and design concept proposal (Project planning): Discuss design with owner/teacher. Develop Gantt Chart, Introduction to Task 2 (refer section 10.3.6 for details of Task 2)	2.1 - 2.6	Initial design  and Project Plan is due
5	Status review, Develop component layout and design methodology. Gather resources for the project. Continue work on Task 2	2.1 - 2.6
6	Concept design review, modifications/alterations for manufacturing, Continue work on Task 2.	1.1 - 1.6, 2.1 - 2.6
7	Design for manufacture: Process Development & review, Continue work on Task 2	1.1 - 1.6,  2.1 - 2.6 ]	Begin manufacturing
8	Manufacturing of components and build assembly. Continue work on Task 2 (Phase 3 - Refer to Phase section.)	1.1 - 1.6, 2.1 - 2.6	Interim Project Report is due
9	Continue Manufacturing, Continue work on Task 2	1.1 - 1.6,  2.1 - 2.6
10	Develop Validation Process, Task 1 & 2 Review	3.1 - 3.4
11	Validate components and system, Tasks 1 & 2 Review	2.1 - 2.6, 3.1 - 3.4
12	Continue manufacturing, screen printing/ stickers, logo work, painting, etc.	2.1 - 2.6, 3.1 - 3.4
13	Finish manufacturing and start assembly. (Tasks 2 & 3.) All manufacturing ceases this week. Prepare for design analysis and design review. FEA finalised	2.1 - 2.6	Manufacturing ends
14	Develop analysis report, Review design and manufacturing process. Work on Task 3. Prepare Curriculum vitae.	3.1 - 3.4	Testing begins.
15	Conclusion: Commence work on Task 3, finish testing. Prepare for presentation.	3.1 - 3.4	Testing ends, Final project report due
16	Presentation and Final Project Report submission	3.1 - 3.4	Presentations given
17	Feedback	1.1 – 3.4	Feedback
18	Feedback	1.1 – 3.4	Feedback, Results moderated

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: Initial Design and Project Plan
Assessment 2: Interim Project Report
Assessment 3: Final Project Report, Curriculum Vitae and Presentation

These tasks assess the following Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Assessment Mapping Matrix

Element/Performance Criteria Covered	Initial Design and Project Plan	Interim Project Report	Final Project Report, Curriculum Vitae and Presentation
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	X
3.1	X	X	X
4.1	X	X	X
5.1	X	X	X
6.1	X	X	X
7.1	X	X	X
7.2		X	X

 

Assessment Tasks

This course is delivered as a cluster with MIET7612 VU22451 Investigate advanced technology applications in the manufacturing industry and related industries

Assessment 1: Initial design and project plan TEST, Week 4
Assessment 2: Interim project report and poster, Week 8

Assessment 3: Final project report and model completely fabricates, Week 16 AND Curriculum vitae , Week 16

This course is graded as Competent or Not Yet Competent

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 VU22451 Elements & Performance Criteria

	VU22451  Elements & Performance Criteria
Assessments	1.1	1.2	1.3	2.1	2.2	2.3	2.4	2.5	3.1	3.2	3.3
Project Outline	x	x	x	x	x	x	x	x	x	x	x
Interim Report	x	x	x	x	x	x	x	x	x	x	x
Final Report, Presentation and Curriculum vitae		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

All assessments VU22451

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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