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ENGG1050 – Engineering Design

2022 – Session 1, In person-scheduled-weekday, North Ryde

General Information

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Unit convenor and teaching staff Unit convenor and teaching staff Convenor
Simon Clark
simon.clark@mq.edu.au
Contact via email
50 Waterloo Road, Level 2.
09:00-17:00
Co-convenor
Nicholas Tse
nicholas.tse@mq.edu.au
Contact via email
50 Waterloo Road, Level 2.
09:00-17:00
Credit points Credit points
10
Prerequisites Prerequisites
ENGG1000
Corequisites Corequisites
Co-badged status Co-badged status
Unit description Unit description

The 2nd SPINE unit aimed to develop professional, transferable and employability skills. The unit consists of a series of online modules, electoral and project-based learning activities. This unit introduces engineering challenges that demand the students to apply fundamental knowledge in resolving ill-defined engineering problems. Students will be exposed to a team-based working environment that is representative of any working engineering groups. Through project-based learning and scaffolded activities, students will develop the competencies and transferable skills required to tackle more advance and domain-specific engineering problems.

Important Academic Dates

Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates

Learning Outcomes

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

  • ULO1: Evaluate an engineering problem and enumerate related constraints and requirements.
  • ULO2: Communicate an engineering problem and associated solutions professionally, both orally and in writing.
  • ULO3: Employ strategies to collaborate effectively with a team on solving an engineering problem.
  • ULO4: Apply the structured engineering design process framework in defining and solving imprecisely defined engineering problems.
  • ULO5: Apply constructive techniques to reflect upon positive and negative experiences for personal and professional growth.

General Assessment Information

Late submission

Online quizzes or in-class activities must be undertaken at the time indicated in the unit guide. Should these activities be missed due to illness or misadventure, students may apply for Special Consideration. All other assessments must be submitted by 5:00 pm (Sydney Time) on their due date. Should these assessments be missed due to illness or misadventure, students should apply for Special Consideration. Assessments not submitted by the due date will receive a mark of zero.

Grading and passing requirement for unit

In order to pass this unit, a student must obtain a mark of 50 or more for the unit (i.e. obtain a passing grade P/ CR/ D/ HD). For further details about grading, please refer to the policies and procedures section.

Hurdle Requirements

Participation in workshop sessions is a hurdle requirement. Students are required to attend at least 8/12 workshop sessions AND complete a majority of the online quizzes to pass this unit.

Project work

Students are required to demonstrate effective team working for the project work. The level of commitment will be dependent on the team and members. The engagement styles are up to the team members to decide and maybe a mixed-mode (ie Online as well as in-person type work). 

Assessment Tasks

Name Weighting Hurdle Due
A0. Attendance 0% Yes Weekly
A1. Professional development 15% No Week 12
A3. Periodic Quizzes 20% No Weeks 1,2,3,8,9 and 10.
A2. Technical Writting 15% No Week 8
A4. Project 45% No Week 13
A5. Reflection 5% No Week 7 and 13

A0. Attendance

Assessment Type 1: Participatory task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 1 hours
Due: Weekly
Weighting: 0%
This is a hurdle assessment task (see assessment policy for more information on hurdle assessment tasks)

Hurdle requirement, Students need to demonstrate satisfactory participation and contribution in workshop activities across session.
On successful completion you will be able to:
  • Employ strategies to collaborate effectively with a team on solving an engineering problem.

A1. Professional development

Assessment Type 1: Portfolio
Indicative Time on Task 2: 2 hours
Due: Week 12
Weighting: 15%

Professional development and portfolio managing. As a part of the development of professional identity and personal development, students are required to participate in a range of professional development activities which may include attending seminars by industry experts or demonstrate contribution towards student society.
On successful completion you will be able to:
  • Communicate an engineering problem and associated solutions professionally, both orally and in writing.
  • Apply constructive techniques to reflect upon positive and negative experiences for personal and professional growth.

A3. Periodic Quizzes

Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 2.5 hours
Due: Weeks 1,2,3,8,9 and 10.
Weighting: 20%

Ongoing fortnightly online quizzes on podcast related topics and materials from designated study texts.
On successful completion you will be able to:
  • Evaluate an engineering problem and enumerate related constraints and requirements.
  • Apply the structured engineering design process framework in defining and solving imprecisely defined engineering problems.
  • Apply constructive techniques to reflect upon positive and negative experiences for personal and professional growth.

A2. Technical Writting

Assessment Type 1: Report
Indicative Time on Task 2: 5 hours
Due: Week 8
Weighting: 15%

Students will be required to collect data and present technical data and experimental design in a technical report.
On successful completion you will be able to:
  • Communicate an engineering problem and associated solutions professionally, both orally and in writing.

A4. Project

Assessment Type 1: Project
Indicative Time on Task 2: 4 hours
Due: Week 13
Weighting: 45%

 

A small team-based project. Students are required to apply strategies learnt in this unit and apply hands on skills when required to work in a team-based engineering challenge. Students will have weekly deliverables and project milestones and will be required to present at the end of the project.

 
On successful completion you will be able to:
  • Evaluate an engineering problem and enumerate related constraints and requirements.
  • Communicate an engineering problem and associated solutions professionally, both orally and in writing.
  • Employ strategies to collaborate effectively with a team on solving an engineering problem.
  • Apply the structured engineering design process framework in defining and solving imprecisely defined engineering problems.

A5. Reflection

Assessment Type 1: Reflective Writing
Indicative Time on Task 2: 2 hours
Due: Week 7 and 13
Weighting: 5%

 

Reflective writing on transferable skills learnt. There will be two required submission at two-time points in the semester. Refer to iLearn for more information.

 
On successful completion you will be able to:
  • Apply constructive techniques to reflect upon positive and negative experiences for personal and professional growth.

1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:

  • the academic teaching staff in your unit for guidance in understanding or completing this type of assessment
  • the Writing Centre for academic skills support.

2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation

Delivery and Resources

This unit is delivered online. It focuses on online working, professional development, and teamwork. These skills are developed during the delivery of a team project. Students need to complete all work assignments and attend a weekly student-led project team meeting prior to attending a weekly online 3-hour workshop.  Students need a reliable internet connection, webcam, and microphone/speaker system to fully engage in the unit.

Unit Schedule

Refer to iLearn for full Unit Schedule.

Policies and Procedures

Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:

Students seeking more policy resources can visit Student Policies (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/policies). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.

To find other policies relating to Teaching and Learning, visit Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au) and use the search tool.

Student Code of Conduct

Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/admin/other-resources/student-conduct

Results

Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au

Academic Integrity

At Macquarie, we believe academic integrity – honesty, respect, trust, responsibility, fairness and courage – is at the core of learning, teaching and research. We recognise that meeting the expectations required to complete your assessments can be challenging. So, we offer you a range of resources and services to help you reach your potential, including free online writing and maths support, academic skills development and wellbeing consultations.

Student Support

Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/

The Writing Centre

The Writing Centre provides resources to develop your English language proficiency, academic writing, and communication skills.

The Library provides online and face to face support to help you find and use relevant information resources. 

Student Services and Support

Macquarie University offers a range of Student Support Services including:

Student Enquiries

Got a question? Ask us via AskMQ, or contact Service Connect.

IT Help

For help with University computer systems and technology, visit http://www.mq.edu.au/about_us/offices_and_units/information_technology/help/. 

When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use of IT Resources Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.

Changes from Previous Offering

There in one project with deliverables of a video and presentation in Week 13.  This is the same format as Session 2, 2021.

Engineers Australia Competency Mapping

EA Competency Standard Unit Learning Outcomes  
Knowledge and Skill Base 1.1 Comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline.  
1.2 Conceptual understanding of the mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and Electronic and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline. ULO4
1.3 In-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline ULO4
1.4 Discernment of knowledge development and research directions within the engineering discipline.  
1.5 Knowledge of engineering design practice and contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline. ULO4
1.6 Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of sustainable engineering practice in the specific discipline.  
Engineering Application Ability 2.1 Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving. ULO1
2.2 Fluent application of engineering techniques, tools and resources. ULO1
2.3 Application of systematic engineering synthesis and design processes ULO1,ULO4
2.4 Application of systematic approaches to the conduct and management of engineering projects. ULO1
Professional and Personal Attributes 3.1 Ethical conduct and professional accountability. ULO5
3.2 Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains. ULO1,ULO2
3.3 Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour. ULO5
3.4 Professional use and management of information.  
3.5 Orderly management of self, and professional conduct. ULO5
3.6 Effective team membership and team leadership ULO3

Changes since First Published

Date Description
09/02/2022 update to the new CMS entry
03/02/2022 change as per new unit guide requirement

Unit information based on version 2022.04 of the Handbook