Introduction to Engineering Design

Unit code: NEF1204 | Study level: Undergraduate
Credit points
12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Location
Footscray Park
Prerequisites
N/A
Overview
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Overview

This unit is based on a series of problems designed to both introduce students to the design process and to apply knowledge introduced in other Year 1 units of study. The problems will therefore emphasise creative thinking in design, generating and evaluating alternatives against a range of technical, environmental, social and economic criteria, and making the final design decisions. The unit also incorporates a module on professional drawing practice including projections and views, dimensioning, different drawing types and using computer-aided design (CAD) software.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. Apply a systematic approach to engineering design;
  2. Find, organise and evaluate information on a range of topics related to problems in engineering design;
  3. Identify and evaluate technical, environmental, social and economic factors impacting on the solution of engineering design problems;
  4. Use computer-aided design (CAD) software to develop and present design solutions;
  5. Communicate effectively with others orally, in writing and by means of engineering drawings;
  6. Communicate effectively in a socially and culturally responsible manner in a Team Project demonstrating responsibility for individual contributions and the Team’s outcomes.

Study as a single unit

This unit can be studied on its own, without enrolling in a full degree.

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Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Portfolio
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Grade: 20%
Individual portfolio (additional 1000 words which excludes the copies of the reports which are part of the portfolio)
Assessment type: Test
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Grade: 30%
Four (4) individual tests on design and CAD Skills
Assessment type: Report
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Grade: 40%
Teamwork including two (2) Technical Reports (3 students per team)
Assessment type: Presentation
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Grade: 10%
Group presentation related to one technical report (3 students per team, 10 minutes per presentation)

Required reading

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As part of a course

This unit is not compulsory for any specific course. Depending on the course you study, this unit may be taken as an elective.

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