CQUniversity Unit Profile
ENAG12002 Engineering Associate Project
Engineering Associate Project
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General Information

Overview

In this unit, students will apply the knowledge and skills they have developed throughout their Associate Degree to a capstone project. They will manage the project, identify and apply required technical knowledge, develop a project problem definition from a loosely formed client brief and produce detail drawings and documentation. Students will demonstrate a systems approach to design activities incorporating sustainability principles. They will also review the conduct and management of engineering enterprises based on personal work experience and reflect on the engineering design process and project management and their role in it. They will operate in an ethical manner, communicate effectively and provide evidence of professional conduct and a commitment to lifelong learning. Note: Students must have completed minimum of 6 weeks work experience in an engineering para-professional role or carry out an industry-based project in order to be eligible for a passing grade in this unit.

Details

Career Level: Undergraduate
Unit Level: Level 2
Credit Points: 12
Student Contribution Band: 8
Fraction of Full-Time Student Load: 0.25

Pre-requisites or Co-requisites

Students must have completed 72 credit points.

Important note: Students enrolled in a subsequent unit who failed their pre-requisite unit, should drop the subsequent unit before the census date or within 10 working days of Fail grade notification. Students who do not drop the unit in this timeframe cannot later drop the unit without academic and financial liability. See details in the Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework).

Offerings For Term 1 - 2019

Online

Attendance Requirements

All on-campus students are expected to attend scheduled classes – in some units, these classes are identified as a mandatory (pass/fail) component and attendance is compulsory. International students, on a student visa, must maintain a full time study load and meet both attendance and academic progress requirements in each study period (satisfactory attendance for International students is defined as maintaining at least an 80% attendance record).

Class and Assessment Overview

Recommended Student Time Commitment

Each 12-credit Undergraduate unit at CQUniversity requires an overall time commitment of an average of 25 hours of study per week, making a total of 300 hours for the unit.

Class Timetable

Bundaberg, Cairns, Emerald, Gladstone, Mackay, Rockhampton, Townsville
Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney

Assessment Overview

1. Portfolio
Weighting: 100%

Assessment Grading

This is a graded unit: your overall grade will be calculated from the marks or grades for each assessment task, based on the relative weightings shown in the table above. You must obtain an overall mark for the unit of at least 50%, or an overall grade of ‘pass’ in order to pass the unit. If any ‘pass/fail’ tasks are shown in the table above they must also be completed successfully (‘pass’ grade). You must also meet any minimum mark requirements specified for a particular assessment task, as detailed in the ‘assessment task’ section (note that in some instances, the minimum mark for a task may be greater than 50%). Consult the University’s Grades and Results Policy for more details of interim results and final grades.

Previous Student Feedback

Feedback, Recommendations and Responses

Every unit is reviewed for enhancement each year. At the most recent review, the following staff and student feedback items were identified and recommendations were made.

Feedback from Reflection

Feedback

Managing students with multiple levels of knowledge and skills.

Recommendation

Students who need additional assistance in report writing will be refereed to ALC for ancillary support.

Unit Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
  1. Apply the techniques of project management to planning and design of an engineering project
  2. Identify, justify and apply the technical knowledge and skills required to develop a project specification and design
  3. Develop a project problem definition and conceptual design consistent with Australian Standards and current engineering practice from a loosely formed client brief
  4. Produce detail drawings and documentation for an engineering project using common drafting practices and Australian and industry standards appropriate to discipline
  5. Demonstrate a systems approach to design activities incorporating sustainability principles
  6. Review and discuss the conduct and management of engineering enterprises and the structure and capabilities of the engineering workforce based on personal work experience
  7. Reflect on the engineering design process and project management, your role as a designer both as an individual and as a team member, and the role of other stakeholders in these processes
  8. Provide evidence of ethical conduct, effective oral and written communication, professional conduct as a member of a peer learning team and a commitment to life-long learning

This unit assists students to develop the Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies for Engineering Associates.

Knowledge and Skill Base: Learning Outcomes 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 assist development of Elements 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5 and 1.6

Engineering Professional Ability: Learning Outcomes 1, 3, 4, 5 and 6 assist development of Elements 2.1, 2.2, 2.3 and 2.4

Professional and Personal Attributes: Learning Outcomes 1, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 assist development of Elements 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5 and 3.6

Alignment of Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Graduate Attributes
N/A Level
Introductory Level
Intermediate Level
Graduate Level
Professional Level
Advanced Level

Alignment of Assessment Tasks to Learning Outcomes

Assessment Tasks Learning Outcomes
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 - Portfolio - 100%

Alignment of Graduate Attributes to Learning Outcomes

Graduate Attributes Learning Outcomes
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 - Communication
2 - Problem Solving
3 - Critical Thinking
4 - Information Literacy
5 - Team Work
6 - Information Technology Competence
7 - Cross Cultural Competence
8 - Ethical practice
9 - Social Innovation
10 - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures

Alignment of Assessment Tasks to Graduate Attributes

Assessment Tasks Graduate Attributes
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
1 - Portfolio - 100%
Textbooks and Resources

Textbooks

There are no required textbooks.

IT Resources

You will need access to the following IT resources:
  • CQUniversity Student Email
  • Internet
  • Unit Website (Moodle)
Referencing Style

All submissions for this unit must use the referencing styles below:

For further information, see the Assessment Tasks.

Teaching Contacts
Prasad Gudimetla Unit Coordinator
p.gudimetla@cqu.edu.au
Schedule
Week 1 Begin Date: 11 Mar 2019

Module/Topic

Zoom Collaborate Session - 2 hour - TBA

  1. Introduction to the unit
  2. Overview of Engineering Projects
  3. Developing Project aim and Objectives
  4. Expectations - Are you biting off more than you can chew?
  5. Identify any IP/Confidentiality issues

Chapter

Refer to Lecture Slides and information in Week 1 block in unit Moodle site

Events and Submissions/Topic

Event 1 (E1): Read the unit profile thoroughly and understand what is required of you to successfully complete this unit.

E2: Consider the type of project work you need to undertake to achieve the learning outcomes of this unit.

E3: Begin preliminary project proposal - 2 pages (max)

Week 2 Begin Date: 18 Mar 2019

Module/Topic

Zoom Collaborate Session - 2 hour - TBA

  1. Tips to conducting literature reviews
  2. Project Methodology - Exploring the options
  3. Work Breakdown Structure
  4. Project Planning - The Timeline

Chapter

Refer to Lecture Slides and information in Week 2 block in unit Moodle site

Events and Submissions/Topic

E3 (cont): Develop a 2 page project proposal and spell out the project aim and objectives and expected outcomes.

Write a 1 page summary on how your project will help you achieve the learning outcomes of this unit.

E4: Identify any IP/Confidentiality issues in your project. Get all parties to sign Non-Disclosure Agreements where applicable.

Submission (S1): 2 page project proposal and 1 page summary on achieving LOs

Where applicable, all NDAs have to signed by relevant stakeholders before the transmission/sharing of any sensitive information. A copy of the NDA can be downloaded via the Unit Moodle site.

Week 3 Begin Date: 25 Mar 2019

Module/Topic

Zoom Collaborate Session - 2 hour - TBA

Project work commences

Literature Review

  • Information Retrieval & Processing

Chapter

Refer to Lecture Slides and information in Week 3 block in unit Moodle site

Events and Submissions/Topic

Return of Approved Submission 1

E5:

  • Develop Project Methodology
  • Estimate the resources you need
  • Engineering/technical skills audit

Develop a justification for the proposed methodology

E6: Have you considered the resources you need to carry out the project?

E7: Analyse the engineering/technical skills you need to apply to realise your project objectives

S2: Submit draft Project Plan. Include a Gantt Chart.

Week 4 Begin Date: 01 Apr 2019

Module/Topic

Literature Review continues

Project work continues

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

E8: Commence developing Chapter 2 Literature Review. Depending on your project topic and scope, this chapter can be anything from 10 to 25 pages.

E9: Get a grip on citation and referencing styles. Harvard style is preferred.

Week 5 Begin Date: 08 Apr 2019

Module/Topic

Literature Review continues

Project work continues

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

E10: Revise/review the proposed Project Methodology you will use in your project. This will constitute Chapter 3 of your project report.

S3: Submit a draft methodology 

Vacation Week Begin Date: 15 Apr 2019

Module/Topic

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 6 Begin Date: 22 Apr 2019

Module/Topic

Project work continues

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 7 Begin Date: 29 Apr 2019

Module/Topic

Project work continues

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

S4: Draft Literature Review

Week 8 Begin Date: 06 May 2019

Module/Topic

Project work continues

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic


Week 9 Begin Date: 13 May 2019

Module/Topic

Project work continues

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 10 Begin Date: 20 May 2019

Module/Topic

Project work continues

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

S5: Submit draft project report

Week 11 Begin Date: 27 May 2019

Module/Topic

Portfolio finalisation commences

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 12 Begin Date: 03 Jun 2019

Module/Topic

Project work continues

Portfolio finalization continues

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Review/Exam Week Begin Date: 10 Jun 2019

Module/Topic

Portfolio finalization continues

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Exam Week Begin Date: 17 Jun 2019

Module/Topic

Submit Portfolio

  1. Project Report
  2. Video Presentation
  3. Reflective Journal

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Thesis Portfolio Due: Exam Week Monday (17 June 2019) 11:45 pm AEST
Assessment Tasks

1 Portfolio

Assessment Title
Thesis Portfolio

Task Description

Your Portfolio will comprise the following compulsory items in this unit:

  1. Project Report (learning outcomes, LO1-5)
  2. Video Presentation (10 minutes, LO8) 
  3. Reflective paper on project planning and management process (LO6)
  4. Reflective paper on engineering practice as defined in learning outcomes (LO 6, 7, 8) 

Please refer to the unit Moodle site for detailed information on the above 4 submissions.


Assessment Due Date

Exam Week Monday (17 June 2019) 11:45 pm AEST


Return Date to Students

Exam Week Friday (21 June 2019)

The results will be officially declared through the University


Weighting
100%

Minimum mark or grade
50%

Assessment Criteria

The following assessment criteria shall apply (refer to the unit Moodle site for a comprehensive guide to the assessment criteria):

  1. Project Report (80% Weighting) - the report captures all the elements of the work that has been undertaken during the term. It is presented in the prescribed format and follows all relevant guidelines as stipulated in the Assessment Criteria Document on the unit Moodle site.
  2. Video Presentation (10% Weighting) - the 10 minute video will summarize the project work - aims & objectives, approach and methodology, main results and outcomes achieved. It will conclude with your comment on how you think you have achieved the LOs in this unit.
  3. Reflective Journals (10% Weighting) - the journal will describe how you have attained each of the learning outcome in this unit with appropriate reflections your experiences in the term.

Refer to the Unit Moodle site for more details about the Assessment Criteria.


Referencing Style

Submission
Online

Submission Instructions
Submit one pdf document.

Learning Outcomes Assessed
  • Apply the techniques of project management to planning and design of an engineering project
  • Identify, justify and apply the technical knowledge and skills required to develop a project specification and design
  • Develop a project problem definition and conceptual design consistent with Australian Standards and current engineering practice from a loosely formed client brief
  • Produce detail drawings and documentation for an engineering project using common drafting practices and Australian and industry standards appropriate to discipline
  • Demonstrate a systems approach to design activities incorporating sustainability principles
  • Review and discuss the conduct and management of engineering enterprises and the structure and capabilities of the engineering workforce based on personal work experience
  • Reflect on the engineering design process and project management, your role as a designer both as an individual and as a team member, and the role of other stakeholders in these processes
  • Provide evidence of ethical conduct, effective oral and written communication, professional conduct as a member of a peer learning team and a commitment to life-long learning


Graduate Attributes
  • Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Information Literacy
  • Team Work
  • Information Technology Competence
  • Cross Cultural Competence
  • Ethical practice

Academic Integrity Statement

As a CQUniversity student you are expected to act honestly in all aspects of your academic work.

Any assessable work undertaken or submitted for review or assessment must be your own work. Assessable work is any type of work you do to meet the assessment requirements in the unit, including draft work submitted for review and feedback and final work to be assessed.

When you use the ideas, words or data of others in your assessment, you must thoroughly and clearly acknowledge the source of this information by using the correct referencing style for your unit. Using others’ work without proper acknowledgement may be considered a form of intellectual dishonesty.

Participating honestly, respectfully, responsibly, and fairly in your university study ensures the CQUniversity qualification you earn will be valued as a true indication of your individual academic achievement and will continue to receive the respect and recognition it deserves.

As a student, you are responsible for reading and following CQUniversity’s policies, including the Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure. This policy sets out CQUniversity’s expectations of you to act with integrity, examples of academic integrity breaches to avoid, the processes used to address alleged breaches of academic integrity, and potential penalties.

What is a breach of academic integrity?

A breach of academic integrity includes but is not limited to plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, cheating, contract cheating, and academic misconduct. The Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure defines what these terms mean and gives examples.

Why is academic integrity important?

A breach of academic integrity may result in one or more penalties, including suspension or even expulsion from the University. It can also have negative implications for student visas and future enrolment at CQUniversity or elsewhere. Students who engage in contract cheating also risk being blackmailed by contract cheating services.

Where can I get assistance?

For academic advice and guidance, the Academic Learning Centre (ALC) can support you in becoming confident in completing assessments with integrity and of high standard.

What can you do to act with integrity?