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ENGG8102 – Engineering Management Capstone

2026 – Session 2, In person-scheduled-weekday, North Ryde

General Information

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Unit convenor and teaching staff Unit convenor and teaching staff Unit convenor
June Ho
june.ho@mq.edu.au
Contact via Email
Room 306, Level 3, 9 Wally's Walk
Via appointment
Credit points Credit points
10
Prerequisites Prerequisites
60cp at 6000 level or above
Corequisites Corequisites
Co-badged status Co-badged status
Unit description Unit description

 

In this capstone unit, you will apply your knowledge of engineering management to the planning, design, and delivery of projects in a practical context. You will explore engineering management processes across the full project lifecycle, from initiation through to completion, with consideration of real‑world constraints and organisational contexts.

You will undertake the design of medium to large‑scale engineering projects based on realistic scenarios, drawing on interdisciplinary perspectives where appropriate. Through applied project work, you will develop the ability to integrate advanced engineering management principles into practice, preparing you for professional roles across a range of engineering contexts.

 

Learning in this unit enhances student understanding of global challenges identified by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs) Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

Important Academic Dates

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Learning Outcomes

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

  • ULO1: Apply acquired analytical and theoretical knowledge to the design and implementation of engineering projects
  • ULO2: Identify the responsibilities and deliverables of engineering managers from the project's initiation to successful completion.
  • ULO3: Compare different project delivery methods, assess the associated risks, and follow standard procedures for risk mitigation.
  • ULO4: Estimate project timelines and scheduling resources within required budgets.
  • ULO5: Evaluate progress and performance, and take necessary measures for optimum output.

General Assessment Information

Requirements to pass the unit

To pass this unit you need to achieve a total mark equal to or greater than 50% across all assessments.

Hurdle Assessments

There is no hurdle assessment in this unit.

Late Assessment Submission

Late assessments are not accepted in this unit unless a Special Consideration has been submitted and approved.

Special Consideration

 The Special Consideration Policy aims to support students who have been impacted by short-term circumstances or events that are serious, unavoidable and significantly disruptive, and which may affect their performance in assessment. If you experience circumstances or events that affect your ability to complete the assessments in this unit on time, please inform the convenor and submit a Special Consideration request through http://connect.mq.edu.au/.

Short Extension

For some assessment types, students are allowed to request an extra 3 calendar days to complete eligible assessments. No reason or evidence is required. In this unit, short extensions are not accepted.

Assessment Tasks

Name Weighting Hurdle Due Groupwork/Individual Short Extension AI Approach
Quiz on Engineering Management domains 30% No In week 8 (date to be released by 16 August) Individual No Observed
Final Presentation 30% No In week 12 or 13, during the seminar class. Individual and Group No Observed
Final Report 40% No 08/11/2026 Individual and Group No Open

Quiz on Engineering Management domains

Assessment Type 1: Examination
Indicative Time on Task 2: 40 hours
Due: In week 8 (date to be released by 16 August)
Weighting: 30%
Groupwork/Individual: Individual
Short extension 3: No
AI Approach: Observed

You will complete a quiz on Engineering Management domains to demonstrate your knowledge of the discipline.
On successful completion you will be able to:
  • Apply acquired analytical and theoretical knowledge to the design and implementation of engineering projects

Final Presentation

Assessment Type 1: Presentation task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 25 hours
Due: In week 12 or 13, during the seminar class.
Weighting: 30%
Groupwork/Individual: Individual and Group
Short extension 3: No
AI Approach: Observed

Communicating engineering management outcomes is an essential aspect of professional practice. In this assessment, you will deliver an oral presentation outlining the key outcomes of your engineering management project. This assessment develops skills in professional communication, synthesis of project work, and the presentation of engineering solutions to relevant audiences.
On successful completion you will be able to:
  • Apply acquired analytical and theoretical knowledge to the design and implementation of engineering projects
  • Identify the responsibilities and deliverables of engineering managers from the project's initiation to successful completion.
  • Compare different project delivery methods, assess the associated risks, and follow standard procedures for risk mitigation.
  • Estimate project timelines and scheduling resources within required budgets.
  • Evaluate progress and performance, and take necessary measures for optimum output.

Final Report

Assessment Type 1: Written Submission
Indicative Time on Task 2: 60 hours
Due: 08/11/2026
Weighting: 40%
Groupwork/Individual: Individual and Group
Short extension 3: No
AI Approach: Open

Developing and communicating engineering management solutions is central to professional practice. In this assessment, you will work in a group to produce a project report that addresses key stages of an engineering management project, including planning, design, and evaluation. This assessment develops skills in project planning, technical communication, and the application of engineering management principles in practice.
On successful completion you will be able to:
  • Apply acquired analytical and theoretical knowledge to the design and implementation of engineering projects
  • Identify the responsibilities and deliverables of engineering managers from the project's initiation to successful completion.
  • Compare different project delivery methods, assess the associated risks, and follow standard procedures for risk mitigation.
  • Estimate project timelines and scheduling resources within required budgets.
  • Evaluate progress and performance, and take necessary measures for optimum output.

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
  • Academic Success 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.

3 An automatic short extension is available for some assessments. Apply through the Service Connect Portal.

Delivery and Resources

Classes will commence in Week 1, and all teaching activities will be conducted on campus.

Unit materials are available on iLearn.

Methods of Communication

We will communicate with you via your university email and through announcements on iLearn. Queries to convenors can either be placed on the iLearn discussion board or sent to the unit convenor via the contact email on iLearn.

 

 

 

Unit Schedule

Please refer to iLearn site for details.

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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 connect.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.

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Changes from Previous Offering

Assessment Quiz is changed to Observed.

Engineers Australia Competency Mapping

EA Competency Standard

Unit Learning Outcomes

Knowledge and Skill Base

1.1 Comprehensive, theory-based understanding of the underpinning fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline.

 ULO1

1.2 Conceptual understanding of underpinning maths, analysis, statistics, computing.

UL01

1.3 In-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge

UL01

1.4 Discernment of knowledge development and research directions

 ULO1

1.5 Knowledge of engineering design practice

ULO1

1.6 Understanding of scope, principles, norms, accountabilities of sustainable engineering practice.

 ULO1

Engineering Application Ability

2.1 Application of established engineering methods to complex problem solving

ULO2, ULO3, ULO4, ULO5

2.2 Fluent application of engineering techniques, tools and resources.

ULO2, ULO3, ULO4, ULO5

2.3 Application of systematic engineering synthesis and design processes.

ULO2, ULO3, ULO4, ULO5

2.4 Application of systematic approaches to the conduct and management of engineering projects.

ULO2, ULO3, ULO4, ULO5

Professional and Personal Attributes

3.1 Ethical conduct and professional accountability.

ULO2

3.2 Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.

ULO2

3.3 Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.

ULO2

3.4 Professional use and management of information.

ULO2

3.5 Orderly management of self, and professional conduct.

ULOs

3.6 Effective team membership and team leadership

ULO2

 

Unit information based on version 2026.03 of the Handbook