This unit (NEF1204) 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.
Unit details
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Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
12
Unit code:
NEF1204
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Learning Outcomes
| 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. |
Assessment
| Assessment type | Description | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | Individual portfolio (additional 1000 words which excludes the copies of the reports which are part of the portfolio) | 20% |
| Test | Four (4) individual tests on design and CAD Skills | 30% |
| Report | Teamwork including two (2) Technical Reports (3 students per team) | 40% |
| Presentation | Group presentation related to one technical report (3 students per team, 10 minutes per presentation) | 10% |
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