Unit details
Prerequisites
NEF3101 - Project Management
Completion of 288 credit points.
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Learning Outcomes
1. | Demonstrate the capacity to conduct advanced engineering design problems or projects; | ||
2. | Identify design problems, propose solutions and complete associated design work in a number of engineering disciplines; | ||
3. | Research and locate relevant design information and data to inform resolution of design problems; | ||
4. | Conceptually map and adopt a system approach to design and evaluate the feasibility of solutions taking into account technical, environmental, economic and social criteria; | ||
5. | Work effectively as a member and/or leader of a design team; | ||
6. | Demonstrate sound communication skills in preparing requisite technical reports, contributing to team discussions and making oral presentations. |
Assessment
Assessment type | Description | Grade |
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Portfolio | Regular updates on design progress and skills development (written or oral). | 20% |
Presentation | Oral presentations (2) providing updates on the design process and demonstration of skills developed. (10% each) | 20% |
Report | Mid-semester design report (including design calculations and drawings) | 30% |
Report | Final design report (including design calculations and drawings) | 30% |
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