ENG2102 Engineering Problem Solving 2

Contents

• Staffing
• Requisites
• Rationale
• Synopsis
• Objectives
• Topics
• Texts
• Reference materials
• Student workload
• Assessment details
• Important assessment information
• Assessment notes
• Other requirements
• Production date
• PDF version

STAFFING

REQUISITES

RATIONALE

This is the second of four courses that use a `problem based learning approach' to extend the students knowledge of the complex world of engineering. In course ENG1101 Engineering Problem Solving 1, the student was introduced to the concept of systems analysis and used a number of given case studies to acquire relevant knowledge and skills. This course now enhances the students skills in team-work, systems analysis and engineering problem solving. The four courses seek to continuously develop distinct engineering skills that surround and incorporate a range of different content material. Student learning is to be driven by the need to solve various engineering problems. The student learning experience will be different in this course to other more traditionally taught courses in the program. The principles of problem-based learning acknowledge prior knowledge and encourage self-directed learning. Today's engineers must actively pursue life-long learning which requires this latter attribute. Thus students will `learn how to learn' so that they are better able to apply problem-solving to new situations in the workplace and in the community throughout their professional career. This course is intended to develop the student's skills in problem solving within an engineering context. A number of real world problems are analysed in a systematic way. It is intended that this course will develop a student's ability for independent learning. The student will undertake a sequence of problem solving tasks, working as part of a team. The student will also need to develop an understanding and application of analytical tools as prescribed in this course.

SYNOPSIS

This course will increase a student's ability to work as part of an engineering team. It presents a range of engineering theory and application that is learnt within the context of solving a range of real world problems. This course focuses primarily on the use of statistical analysis to solve problems and to evaluate solutions. In addition the student is required to further develop their computer skills to illustrate and present the results of their work.

OBJECTIVES

The course objectives define the student learning outcomes for a course. The assessment item(s) that may be used to assess student achievement of an objective are shown in parenthesis. On completion of this course, students should be able to:

1. work as part of a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural team to analyse, research, synthesise and evaluate solutions for defined engineering and surveying problems and systems (Report 1, Report 2, Report 3);
2. contribute as part of a team working on defined engineering and surveying problems (Report 1, Report 2, Report 3);
3. appraise and reflect on team roles and group dynamics, and the self-learning journey (Report 1, Report 2, Report 3, Portfolio of Reflections);
4. earn the trust and confidence of colleagues through the competent and timely completion of allocated tasks within resource constraints (Report 1, Report 2, Report 3, Portfolio of Reflections);
5. lead a team, value the views of other members and facilitate decision making in team situations to solve a problem or complete a project (Report 1, Report 2, Report 3);
6. demonstrate the ability to apply appropriate scientific, mathematical and statistical techniques on an individual basis (Online Test);
7. work as part of a team to apply appropriate scientific, mathematical and statistical techniques to explain phenomena encountered in the set range of problems, utilising the knowledge base gained from individual self-learning (Report 1, Report 2, Report 3);
8. describe the characteristics of a solution that will resolve a problem (Report 1, Report 2, Report 3);
9. communicate findings in an appropriate technical format (Report 1, Report 2, Report 3);
10. establish individual learning/project planning/team related strategies (Report 1).

TOPICS

TEXT and MATERIALS required to be PURCHASED or accessed

ALL textbooks and materials are available for purchase from USQ BOOKSHOP (unless otherwise stated). Orders may be placed via secure internet, free fax 1800642453, phone 07 46312742 (within Australia), or mail. Overseas students should fax +61 7 46311743, or phone +61 7 46312742. For costs, further details, and internet ordering, use the 'Textbook Search' facility at http://bookshop.usq.edu.au click 'Semester', then enter your 'Course Code' (no spaces).

ENG2102 Engineering Problem Solving 2 External Study Package, USQ Publication, Toowoomba.

Students will need access to a computer for this course with the following facilities: access to the Internet and email on a weekly basis; Microsoft Office software or similar.

REFERENCE MATERIALS

Reference materials are materials that, if accessed by students, may improve their knowledge and understanding of the material in the course and enrich their learning experience.

Eide, AR, Jenison, RD, Mashaw, LH & Northup, LL 2002, Introduction to Engineering Design and Problem Solving, 2nd edn, McGraw Hill.

Gottfried, BS 2007, Spreadsheet tools for engineers using Excel, 3rd edn, McGraw Hill.

Greenlaw, R & Hepp, E 1999, Introduction to the Internet for Engineers, McGraw Hill.

Smith, KA 2000, Project Management and Teamwork, McGraw Hill.

STUDENT WORKLOAD REQUIREMENTS

ASSESSMENT DETAILS

NOTES

1.

The summative online test will be opened for one week from 25/10/2008 to 31/10/2008. Formative online tests will be available to independently assist students to assess their mastery of learning during the semester.

IMPORTANT ASSESSMENT INFORMATION

1. Attendance requirements:
   This course employs a team based approach to learning in which students are expected to participate in small groups towards the solution of a number of engineering problems. On-campus students are expected to attend and participate appropriately in all activities scheduled for them.
2. Requirements for students to complete each assessment item satisfactorily:
   To satisfactorily complete an individual assessment item a student must achieve at least 50% of the marks or a grade of at least C-. (Depending upon the requirements in Statement 4 below, students may not have to satisfactorily complete each assessment item to receive a passing grade in this course.)
3. Penalties for late submission of required work:
   If students submit assignments after the due date without extenuating circumstances then a penalty of 5% of the assigned mark may apply for each working day late up to a maximum of ten working days at which time a mark of zero can be recorded for that assignment.
4. Requirements for student to be awarded a passing grade in the course:
   To be assured of receiving a passing grade in a course a student must obtain at least 50% of the total weighted marks for the course.
5. Method used to combine assessment results to attain final grade:
   The final grades for students will be assigned on the basis of the weighted aggregate of the marks (or grades) obtained for each of the summative assessment items in the course.
6. Examination information:
   There is no examination in this course.
7. Examination period when Deferred/Supplementary examinations will be held:
   There are no examinations in this course, there will be no deferred or supplementary examinations.
8. University Regulations:
   Students should read USQ Regulations 5.1 Definitions, 5.6. Assessment, and 5.10 Academic Misconduct for further information and to avoid actions which might contravene University Regulations. These regulations can be found at the URL http://www.usq.edu.au/corporateservices/calendar/part5.htm or in the current USQ Handbook.

ASSESSMENT NOTES

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

1. Students will require access to email and have internet access to USQConnect for this course.
2. Students are required to prepare a portfolio of reflections on their individual learning in the course. This portfolio may be audited and the examiner may require any student to submit this portfolio from week 2 onwards.

This version produced 1 Jul 2008.