Course Title: Assemble electronic components

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2024

Course Code: EEET7418C

Course Title: Assemble electronic components

Important Information:

Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.

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School: 520T Future Technologies

Campus: City Campus

Program: C6178 - Advanced Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering

Course Contact: Munir Muniruzzaman

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99254415

Course Contact Email: Munir.Muniruzzaman@rmit.edu.au

Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Kenneth Falzon

kenneth.falzon@rmit.edu.au

 

Nominal Hours: 40

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

Pre-requisite unit: UEECD0007 - Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace

Course Description

In this course you will develop the skills and knowledge required to assemble electronic components. You will learn how to prepare and assemble electronic apparatus which also includes the checking of assembled components.

This course is delivered and assessed with the following: UEECD0019 - Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	UEEAS0001 Assemble electronic components
Element:	1. Prepare to assemble electronic components
Performance Criteria:	1.1 Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and workplace procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained and applied 1.2 WHS/OHS hazards are identified, risks are assessed and control measures are implemented for work preparation 1.3 Assembling of electronic components work instructions are obtained and applied 1.4 Advice is sought from work supervisor to ensure work is coordinated effectively with others 1.5 Materials required for work are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures 1.6 Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to carry out work are obtained and checked for correct operation and safety
Element:	2. Assemble electronic components
Performance Criteria:	2.1 WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures are followed 2.2 Circuits are checked and isolated in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures 2.3 Components are placed and interconnections made in accordance with drawings or diagrams, industry standards and workplace procedures 2.4 Work is completed in accordance within timeframe, environment and work instructions
Element:	3. Check quality of assembled components
Performance Criteria:	3.1 WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures for work inspection and testing are followed 3.2 Quality of assembled component is inspected and checked in accordance with work instruction and relevant industry standards 3.3 Problem-solving techniques are used where faulty component/s are identified and corrective actions completed in accordance with workplace procedures 3.4 Reporting is completed in accordance with workplace procedures

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.

Details of Learning Activities

This course is delivered in a cluster (Workshop - EC) in conjunction with "UEECD0019 Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components" (EEET7416C). You must enroll in both courses delivered in this cluster. All the learning and assessment activities will include the components of both competencies UEECD0019 and UEEAS0001. 

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, 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 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.

Teaching Schedule

Refer to the Teaching Schedule of the same cluster (Workshop - EC) in course EEET7416C (UEECD0019 Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components)

Week	Class content (topics)	Unit of competency and Performance criteria	Assessments
1	Introduction	UEECD0019 1.1, 1.2 UEEAS0001 1.1, 1.2
2	Start on Practical activity work. Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS)” for Assessment 2 and 3	UEECD0019 1.3, 1.4 UEEAS0001 1.2, 1.3
3	Mechanical drawings Measuring and marking out and/or Practical activity work Refer to/read the practical activity material for what to do.	UEECD0019 1.5, 1.6 UEEAS0001 1.3, 1.4
4	Holding and cutting materials Drills and drilling and/or Practical activity work	UEECD0019 1.7, 2.1 UEEAS0001 1.4, 1.5
5	Tapping and threading Joining techniques Tapping and threading and/or Practical activity work	UEECD0019    2.2, 2.3 UEEAS0001 1.5, 1.6
6	Hand tools Power tools Low tolerance measurement and/or Practical activity work	UEECD0019 2.4, 2.5 UEEAS0001 1.6, 2.1
7	Identification of surface mount components Requirements of standard with respect to surface mount soldering Post solder inspection Ball grid array and/or Practical activity work	UEECD0019 2.6, 2.7 UEEAS0001 2.1, 2.2
8	Practical activity work	UEECD0019  2.8, 2.9 UEEAS0001 2.2, 2.3	Assessment 1 Due
9	Practical activity work	UEECD0019 2.10, 2.11 UEEAS0001   2.3, 2.4
10	Practical activity work	UEECD0019   3.1, 3.2 UEEAS0001 2.4, 3.1
11	Practical activity work	UEECD0019 3.4, 3.4 UEEAS0001 3.1, 3.2
12	Practical activity work	UEECD0019     3.5, 3.6 UEEAS0001 3.2
13	Practical activity work	UEECD0019     3.7, 3.8 UEEAS0001 3.3	Assessment 2 Due.
14	Practical activity work	UEECD0019 3.9, 3.10 UEEAS0001 3.3
15	Practical activity work Assessment 2 and 3 are Due.	UEECD0019 2.6, 2.7, 2.8 UEEAS0001 3.4	Assessment 3 Due.
16	Catch-up where fair, reasonable, and applicable	UEECD0019    2.8, 2.9, 3.9, 3.10 UEEAS0001 3.4
17	Resit and feedback
18	Assessment feedback

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

References

Other Resources

Refer to the "Other Resources of the same cluster (Workshop - EC) in course EEET7416C (UEECD0019 Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components).

Overview of Assessment

Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral/written presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS

Assessment Tasks

To be deemed Competent students must achieve a Satisfactory (S) result in ALL assessments. See Canvas for up-to-date instructions and requirements necessary to achieve satisfactory (S).
This course is assessed as Competent or Not Yet Competent and subsequently, the following course results are allocated:

CA - Competency Achieved
NYC - Not Yet Competent
DNS - Did Not Submit assessment

Assessment Due Dates

All assessment tasks will have a due date provided and published in Canvas. Assessments submitted after the due date will not be accepted unless an extension has been provided or special consideration has been granted.

Assessment Resubmissions (if Unsatisfactory)

You will be allowed 1 (ONE) resubmission attempt FOR EVERY ASSESSMENT (if unsatisfactory). You will be provided with a new due date by your teacher for your resubmission attempt if the resubmission is required.

If you do not submit your assessment (First attempt) by the due date you then will not be eligible for resubmission if unsatisfactory.

Assessments are accessed through Canvas. You must complete and submit them by uploading them to Canvas by their due dates.

 

Assessment Tasks

Assessment 1: (KNOWLEDGE ASSESSMENT 1)

Assessment 2: Practical assessment 1

Assessment 3: Practical assessment 2

Assessment Matrix

Assessment vs UEECD0019 Elements & Performance Criteria

UEECD0019 Elements & Performance Criteria

Assessment

1.1

1.2

1.3

1.4

1.5

1.6

1.7

2.1

2.2

2.3

2.4

2.5

2.6

2.7

2.8

2.9

2.10

2.11

3.1

3.2

3.3

3.4

3.5

3.6

3.7

3.8

3.9

3.10

Assessment 1: Workshop -  KNOWLEDGE ASSESSMENT TASK 1

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Assessment 2: Workshop -  Practical Assessment 1

X

x

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Assessment 3: Workshop -  Practical Assessment 2

X

x

X

X

X

X

x

x

X

x

x

x

X

x

X

X

X

x

x

x

X

x

x

x

Assessment vs UEEAS0001 Elements & Performance Criteria

UEEAS0001 Elements & Performance Criteria

Assessment

1.1

1.2

1.3

1.4

1.5

1.6

2.1

2.2

2.3

2.4

3.1

3.2

3.3

3.4

Assessment 1: Workshop -  KNOWLEDGE ASSESSMENT TASK 1

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Assessment 2: Workshop -  Practical Assessment 1

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Assessment 3: Workshop -  Practical Assessment 2

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

Assessment 1: Workshop -  KNOWLEDGE ASSESSMENT TASK 1

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Assessment 2: Workshop -  Practical Assessment 1

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Assessment 3: Workshop -  Practical Assessment 2

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

0 (Blank)

Graduate attribute is not assessed

1

Graqduate attribute is assessed in at least one, but less than one-third, of the Element

2

Graqduate attribute is assessed in at least one third, but less than two-thirds, of the Element

3

Graqduate 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.
 
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Equitable Learning Services (ELS):
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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 Program Coordinator / 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:  https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/special-consideration to find more information about plagiarism.

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