Course Title: Introduction to Environmental and Sustainable Systems Engineering
Part A: Course Overview
Course Title: Introduction to Environmental and Sustainable Systems Engineering
Credit Points: 12.00
Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
CIVE1186 |
City Campus |
Undergraduate |
120H Civil, Environmental & Chemical Engineering |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 1 2006, Sem 2 2007, Sem 2 2008, Sem 2 2009, Sem 2 2010, Sem 2 2011, Sem 2 2012, Sem 2 2013, Sem 2 2014, Sem 2 2015, Sem 2 2016 |
CIVE1186 |
City Campus |
Undergraduate |
172H School of Engineering |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 2 2019, Sem 2 2021, Sem 2 2022, Sem 2 2023, Sem 2 2024 |
Course Coordinator: Dr. Peter Stasinopoulos
Course Coordinator Phone: +6139925
Course Coordinator Email: peter.stasinopoulos@rmit.edu.au
Course Coordinator Availability: Send email for appointment.
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
None
Course Description
This course introduces you to the fundamentals of environmental and/or systems engineering. The learnt approach will be applied to the design and/or analysis of engineering systems which can be either natural or manmade. You will learn and practice processes to identify the user/task requirements, select appropriate methods and tools for the tasks, and test whether the task is complete.
Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development
Program Learning Outcomes
This course contributes to the program learning outcomes for the following program(s):
BH068P23 - Bachelor of Engineering (Adv Manufacturing & Mechatronics) (Hons)
BH069P23 - Bachelor of Engineering (Biomedical Engineering) (Honours)
BH070IP - Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) (Industry Practice) (Honours)
BH070P23 - Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) (Honours)
BH073P23 - Bachelor of Engineering (Electronic and Computer Systems Engineering) (Honours)
BH075P23 - Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical Engineering)(Honours)
BH077P23 - Bachelor of Engineering (Civil Engineering) (Honours)
BH078P23 - Bachelor of Engineering (Aerospace Engineering) (Honours) ()
BH079P23 - Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering) (Honours)
BH080P23 - Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental Engineering) (Honours)
BH082AEH23 - Bachelor of Engineering (Aerospace Engineering) (Honours) / Bachelor of Business
BH086AMH23 - Bachelor of Engineering (Advanced Manufacturing and Mechatronics) (Honours) / Bachelor of Business
BH088CIH23 - Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and Infrastructure) (Engineering) (Honours) / Bachelor of Business
BH089MEH23 - Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) (Honours) / Bachelor of Business
BH091CNH23 - Bachelor of Engineering (Computer and Network Engineering) / Bachelor of Computer Science
BH096ESP24 - Bachelor of Environmental Science/Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental Engineering) (Honours)
BH111ECH23 - Bachelor of Engineering (Electronic and Computer Systems Engineering) (Honours) / Bachelor of Business
BH120CY - Bachelor of Engineering (Software Engineering) (Honours)
BH122CEH23 - Bachelor of Engineering(Chemical Engineering)(Honours)/Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences
BH126 - Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
PLO 1. Demonstrate a coherent and advanced understanding of scientific theories, principles and concepts and engineering fundamentals within the engineering discipline
PLO 3. Demonstrate advanced knowledge of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities, bounds, design practice and research trends of contemporary engineering practice including sustainable practice
PLO 4. Apply knowledge of established engineering methods to the solution of complex problems in the engineering discipline
PLO 5. Utilise mathematics, software, tools and techniques, referencing appropriate engineering standards and codes of practice, in the design of complex engineering systems
PLO 6. Use a systems engineering approach to synthesize and apply procedures for design, prototyping and testing to manage complex engineering projects.
PLO 7. Apply research principles and methods, taking into account risk and environmental and global context, to plan and execute complex projects.
PLO 8. Communicate engineering designs and solutions respectfully and effectively, employing a range of advanced communication methods, in an individual or team environment, to diverse audiences.
PLO 9. Demonstrate the capacity for personal accountability, professional and ethical conduct, intellectual independence, cultural sensitivity, autonomy, adaptability, and reflection on own learning and career when undertaking engineering projects
PLO 10. Critically analyse, evaluate, and transform information, while exercising professional judgement, in an engineering context.
PLO 11. Collaborate and contribute as an effective team member or leader in diverse, multi-disciplinary teams, with commitment to First Nations peoples and/or globally inclusive perspectives and participation in an engineering context.
This course contributes to the program learning outcomes for the following program(s):
BH096ESDD - Bachelor of Environmental Science/Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental Engineering) (Honours)
PLO 1.5 Knowledge and Skill Base - Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline.
PLO 1.6 Knowledge and Skill Base - Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the specific discipline
PLO 2.4 2.4. Application of systematic approaches to the conduct and management of engineering projects.
PLO 3.2 Professional and Personal Attributes - Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.
PLO 3.3 Professional and Personal Attributes - Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.
PLO 3.4 Professional and Personal Attributes - Professional use and management of information.
PLO 3.5 Professional and Personal Attributes - Orderly management of self, and professional conduct.
PLO 3.6 Professional and Personal Attributes - Effective team membership and team leadership.
For more information on the program learning outcomes for your program, please see the program guide.
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:
CLO1 Explain the purpose of the Systems Engineering lifecycle in engineering and its application to design for sustainability
CLO2 Evaluate current research and practices addressing issues related to sustainability in complex engineering systems
CLO3 Design sustainable solutions to real-world engineering problems using a Systems Engineering approach
CLO4 Present professional-standard Systems Engineering documentation, models and reports
CLO5 Critically reflect on ethical and professional contributions and behaviours in team project processes and outcomes
Overview of Learning Activities
You will be actively engaged in a range of learning activities such as lectorials, tutorials, practicals, laboratories, seminars, project work, class discussion, individual and group activities. Delivery may be face to face, online or a mix of both.
You are encouraged to be proactive and self-directed in your learning, asking questions of your lecturer and/or peers and seeking out information as required, especially from the numerous sources available through the RMIT library, and through links and material specific to this course that is available through myRMIT Studies Course.
Overview of Learning Resources
RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through myRMIT Studies Course.
There are services available to support your learning through the University Library. The Library provides guides on academic referencing and subject specialist help as well as a range of study support services. For further information, please visit the Library page on the RMIT University website and the myRMIT student portal.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment Tasks:
Assessment Task 1: Portfolio, 15%, CLO1, CLO2, CLO3, CLO4 and CLO5
Assessment Task 2: Portfolio, 45%, CLO1, CLO2, CLO3, CLO4 and CLO5
Assessment Task 3: Portfolio, 40% CLO1, CLO2, CLO3 and CLO4
If you have a long-term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.