Overview
The rapid development of technology continually influences and challenges how engineers practice. In this unit, you will learn about cutting-edge engineering projects incorporating multi-disciplinary teams, innovative methods to advance the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals, and the application of big data, artificial intelligence, and the Internet of Things. The unit will also present future expectations for practicing engineers such as becoming a Registered Professional Engineer, understanding risk management in a changing world, complying with legislation, and promoting safety in engineering design and workplace operations.
Details
Pre-requisites or Co-requisites
Prerequisite: ENEG11007 Industry Project Investigation OR ENEG12007 Creative Engineering.
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 2 - 2024
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).
Recommended Student Time Commitment
Each 6-credit Undergraduate unit at CQUniversity requires an overall time commitment of an average of 12.5 hours of study per week, making a total of 150 hours for the unit.
Class Timetable
Assessment Overview
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.
All University policies are available on the CQUniversity Policy site.
You may wish to view these policies:
- Grades and Results Policy
- Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework)
- Review of Grade Procedure
- Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure
- Monitoring Academic Progress (MAP) Policy and Procedure - Domestic Students
- Monitoring Academic Progress (MAP) Policy and Procedure - International Students
- Student Refund and Credit Balance Policy and Procedure
- Student Feedback - Compliments and Complaints Policy and Procedure
- Information and Communications Technology Acceptable Use Policy and Procedure
This list is not an exhaustive list of all University policies. The full list of University policies are available on the CQUniversity Policy site.
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 SUTE
Students expressed appreciation for the guest lectures, highlighting that the assessments provided an excellent departure from the usual routine in the course, and that they thoroughly enjoyed the new different approach in this unit.
This good practice should be maintained.
Feedback from SUTE
Students have commented that the application of the topics presented in this unit to real-world engineering projects was not clear.
In future offerings, it is suggested that the application of topics presented during each week's guest lectures should involve real engineering projects.
Feedback from SUTE
Students have requested a revision of the quiz questions (assessment one) to ensure they are more relevant to the discussed contents.
In future offerings, it is recommended that quiz questions should be revised to better align with the content covered over the four weeks.
Feedback from SUTE
Students have requested a revision of the marking criteria for assignments 2 and 3, as well as more detailed feedback on their assessments (useful feedback).
In future offerings, it is recommended to revise the marking rubrics for assignments 2 and 3 which should enhance clarity and provide more constructive feedback for students' work.
- Identify professional memberships and state registrations necessary to achieve career aspirations
- Discuss functional safety, safety in design, and the compliance of a complex engineering project with legislation, guidelines, and Australian Standards
- Evaluate risk management processes and safe work practices applied in a complex engineering project
- Examine advances in engineering practice incorporating applications of big data, artificial intelligence, or the Internet-of-things
- Evaluate the contributions of an engineering project to the United Nations sustainable development goals
- Identify opportunities to enhance current engineering practice by applying advanced technologies adopted in cutting-edge engineering projects.
- Provide evidence of a professional capacity to work, learn, and communicate effectively in a multi-disciplinary team.
The Learning Outcomes for this unit are linked with the Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competency Standards for Professional Engineers in the areas of 1. Knowledge and Skill Base, 2. Engineering Application Ability and 3. Professional and Personal Attributes at the following levels:
Intermediate
1.3 In-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline. (LO: 2N 6I )
2.3 Application of systematic engineering synthesis and design processes. (LO: 2N 3N 5N 6I )
Advanced
1.1 Comprehensive, theory-based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline. (LO: 4I 6A )
1.4 Discernment of knowledge development and research directions within the engineering discipline. (LO: 2A 3A 4A 5A 6A )
1.5 Knowledge of engineering design practice and contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline. (LO: 2A 6A )
1.6 Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of sustainable engineering practice in the specific discipline. (LO: 2I 3I 4A 5A 6A )
2.1 Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving. (LO: 2I 6A )
2.2 Fluent application of engineering techniques, tools and resources. (LO: 2I 3I 4I 6A )
2.4 Application of systematic approaches to the conduct and management of engineering projects. (LO: 2I 3I 4I 5I 6A 7A )
3.1 Ethical conduct and professional accountability. (LO: 1I 2A 6A 7A )
3.2 Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains. (LO: 2A 3A 4A 5A 6A 7A )
3.3 Creative, innovative, and proactive demeanor. (LO: 2I 3I 4I 5A 6A 7A)
3.4 Professional use and management of information. (LO: 2A 3A 4A 5A 6A )
3.5 Orderly management of self, and professional conduct. (LO: 1A 4A 5A 6A 7A)
3.6 Effective team membership and team leadership. (LO: 4A 5A 6A 7A)
Note: LO refers to the Learning Outcome number(s) which link to the competency and the levels: N – Introductory, I – Intermediate, and A - Advanced.
Refer to the Engineering Undergraduate Course Moodle site for further information on Engineers Australia's Stage 1 Competency Standard for Professional Engineers and course-level mapping information https://moodle.cqu.edu.au/course/view.php?id=1511
Alignment of Assessment Tasks to Learning Outcomes
| Assessment Tasks | Learning Outcomes | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | |
| 1 - Online Quiz(zes) - 20% | |||||||
| 2 - Online discussion forum - 30% | |||||||
| 3 - Report - 50% | |||||||
Alignment of Graduate Attributes to Learning Outcomes
| Graduate Attributes | Learning Outcomes | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | |
| 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 - First Nations Knowledges | |||||||
| 11 - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures | |||||||
Textbooks
There are no required textbooks.
IT Resources
- CQUniversity Student Email
- Internet
- Unit Website (Moodle)
All submissions for this unit must use the referencing style: Harvard (author-date)
For further information, see the Assessment Tasks.
k.emami@cqu.edu.au
Week 1
Begin Date: 08 Jul 2024Module/Topic
Unit introduction
Chapter
Refer to Moodle for the unit contents
Events and Submissions/Topic
Week 2
Begin Date: 15 Jul 2024Module/Topic
Suggested professional memberships
Chapter
Refer to Moodle for the unit contents
Events and Submissions/Topic
Week 3
Begin Date: 22 Jul 2024Module/Topic
Engineers Australia and the RPEQ Process
Chapter
Refer to Moodle for the unit contents
Events and Submissions/Topic
Week 4
Begin Date: 29 Jul 2024Module/Topic
Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) and experience in applying and working
Chapter
Refer to Moodle for the unit contents
Events and Submissions/Topic
Week 5
Begin Date: 05 Aug 2024Module/Topic
Overview of executing the design, construction, and operation processes in a complex multi-disciplinary project
Chapter
Refer to Moodle for the unit contents
Events and Submissions/Topic
Professional Membership Quiz Open: Week 5 Monday (5 Aug 2024) 8:00 am AEST
Proceed with team formation for the Report.
Vacation Week
Begin Date: 12 Aug 2024Module/Topic
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
Week 6
Begin Date: 19 Aug 2024Module/Topic
Examples of Functional Safety and Safety in Design
Chapter
Refer to Moodle for the unit contents
Events and Submissions/Topic
Begin your participation in the discussion forums focusing on the assessment topics of functional safety and safety in design.
Professional Membership Quiz Due: Week 6 Monday (19 Aug 2024) 10:00 pm AEST
Week 7
Begin Date: 26 Aug 2024Module/Topic
Examples of compliance with Australian Standards and Legislation
Chapter
Refer to Moodle for the unit contents
Events and Submissions/Topic
Continue your participation in the discussion forums focusing on the assessment topic of compliance with legislation and standards
Week 8
Begin Date: 02 Sep 2024Module/Topic
An operating perspective on Risk Management and Safe Work Practices
Chapter
Refer to Moodle for the unit contents
Events and Submissions/Topic
Continue your participation in the discussion forums focusing on the assessment topic of risk management, and safe work practices
Week 9
Begin Date: 09 Sep 2024Module/Topic
Examples of running a plant incorporating complex control systems
Chapter
Refer to Moodle for the unit contents
Events and Submissions/Topic
Week 10
Begin Date: 16 Sep 2024Module/Topic
Examples of Engineering Projects incorporating big data, AI and new technologies.
Chapter
Refer to Moodle for the unit contents
Events and Submissions/Topic
Commence team critique and writing your team report
Discussion Forums Due: Week 10 Monday (16 Sept 2024) 10:00 pm AEST
Week 11
Begin Date: 23 Sep 2024Module/Topic
Examples of Engineering Projects Working Towards all 17 Sustainable Development Goals
Chapter
Refer to Moodle for the unit contents
Events and Submissions/Topic
Continue team critique and writing your team report
Week 12
Begin Date: 30 Sep 2024Module/Topic
Student placement compilation of video blogs or guest speakers
Chapter
Refer to Moodle for the unit contents
Events and Submissions/Topic
Continue team critique and writing your team report
Review/Exam Week
Begin Date: 07 Oct 2024Module/Topic
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
Exam Week
Begin Date: 14 Oct 2024Module/Topic
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
1 Online Quiz(zes)
Overview
This assessment involves a single quiz focusing on the professional membership and state registration requirements for practising engineering in Australia. The quiz is designed to evaluate students' understanding of the material covered in Weeks 2 to 4.
Content Coverage
The quiz encompasses 20 randomly selected multiple-choice questions to ensure a comprehensive assessment of the topics discussed in the specified weeks. Key areas include:
- Professional memberships for engineers in Australia and internationally
- Professional membership criteria for engineers in Australia (Engineers Australia)
- State-specific registration requirements (Board of Professional Engineers of Queensland)
Preparation
To optimise quiz performance, it is recommended that students thoroughly review the lecture recordings and notes from Weeks 2 to 4. These materials offer crucial insights and detailed explanations necessary for answering quiz questions accurately. Additionally, the quiz may include content derived from professional bodies' statistics, websites, forums, and other discussions covered in the lectures.
Quiz Format
- Question Type: Multiple-choice questions
- Number of Questions: 20 random questions
- Number of Attempts: Two attempts allowed
- Duration: 40 minutes per attempt
- Grading: The highest score from the two attempts will be recorded in the unit's gradebook
Feedback
Students will receive automated feedback upon completion of the quiz. This feedback is intended to provide immediate insights into areas of strength and those requiring further review.
Evaluation Criteria
- Understanding of Professional Membership Requirements: Students must demonstrate a clear understanding of the criteria for professional membership in engineering bodies within Australia.
- Knowledge of State Registration Requirements: Accurate knowledge of the state-specific registration processes and requirements is essential.
Timing and Submission
- Completion Deadline: Students must complete the quiz by the specified deadline to ensure their scores are recorded.
- Late Submissions: Late submissions will not be accepted, and students are encouraged to manage their time effectively to avoid last-minute issues.
Grading
- Scoring: Each question carries equal weight. The final grade will be based on the highest score achieved across the two attempts.
- Grade Recording: The highest score from the two attempts will be automatically recorded in the gradebook.
Additional Recommendations
- Active Participation: Regular participation in lectures and discussions can significantly enhance understanding and performance in the quiz.
- Utilise Feedback: Use the automated feedback to identify areas needing improvement and revisit the relevant materials before the second attempt, if necessary.
By adhering to these guidelines and thoroughly preparing for the quiz, students can effectively demonstrate their understanding of the professional and regulatory aspects of engineering practice in Australia.
1
Week 6 Monday (19 Aug 2024) 10:00 pm AEST
Please ensure the quiz is completed before the due date.
Students receive automated feedback upon completion of the quiz.
Students should exhibit a thorough understanding of the requirements for obtaining professional membership in engineering organisations. Students need to accurately grasp the specific registration procedures and prerequisites for Queensland. This includes understanding of professional bodies operation, website, and statistics provided during Week 2 to 4.
- Identify professional memberships and state registrations necessary to achieve career aspirations
2 Online discussion forum
Overview
This assessment task entails active participation in three discussion forums on Moodle, focusing on various aspects of safety in engineering including functional safety, safety in design, compliance with legislation and standards, risk management, and safe work practices. Students are required to engage in dialogue by responding to questions posed by the lecturer and interacting with their peers' posts.
Participation Requirements
- Forum Topics: The discussion forums cover topics such as functional safety and safety in design (Week 6), compliance with Australian standards and legislation (Week 7), and risk management and safe work practices (Week 8).
- Engagement: Students must actively participate in each forum by responding to the lecturer's question and contributing to the discussion through meaningful interactions with other students' posts.
- Timely Participation: It is strongly recommended to start the task early to ensure sufficient time for active engagement and meeting all marking criteria.
Forum Format
- Question and Answer: Each forum will begin with a question posed by the lecturer related to the respective topic of the week. Students are required to provide thoughtful answers to the question.
- Peer Interaction: In addition to responding to the lecturer's question, students should engage with their peers' posts by providing comments, feedback, or further insights.
Recommendations
- Early Engagement: Starting the task early allows students ample time to engage meaningfully in discussions and fulfill all participation requirements.
- Consistent Participation: Regular engagement in weekly discussion forums is highly recommended to maximise learning outcomes and achieve the highest mark.
- Review Rubric: Students should familiarise themselves with the marking rubric provided on Moodle to understand the expectations and criteria for assessment.
Submission Details
- Forum Duration: The discussion forums are accessible throughout the duration specified in the Schedule Section of this profile. Additionally, an extra eight days have been included to facilitate participation and provide students with the opportunity to catch up if needed.
- Submission Deadline: Students must ensure timely participation in each forum within the specified timeframe.
By actively participating in the discussion forums and adhering to the assessment criteria, students can demonstrate their understanding of safety engineering principles and contribute effectively to collaborative learning.
Week 10 Monday (16 Sept 2024) 10:00 pm AEST
Please ensure you have completed the requirements of this assessment task before the due date.
Week 12 Monday (30 Sept 2024)
Feedback will be provided within two weeks of completion via the unit website on Moodle.
Marking Criteria
- Responses should demonstrate a clear understanding of the topic and address the specific question posed by the lecturer. Achieving a 'Sound,' 'Good,' or 'Excellent' level of attainment depends on the depth and relevance of the content.
- Critical Thinking: Students should demonstrate critical thinking skills by analysing concepts, evaluating different perspectives, and providing well-supported arguments.
- Contribution to Discussion: Active participation in discussions, including constructive comments on peers' posts, is essential for achieving a high mark.
- Adherence to Rubric: Students are encouraged to refer to the provided marking rubric on Moodle to ensure compliance with assessment requirements.
- Discuss functional safety, safety in design, and the compliance of a complex engineering project with legislation, guidelines, and Australian Standards
- Evaluate risk management processes and safe work practices applied in a complex engineering project
3 Report
Overview
In this assessment task, teams of students are required to critique an engineering project's contributions to the United Nations sustainable development goals. The critique should focus on examining the advanced technologies adopted in the project, particularly those incorporating applications of big data, artificial intelligence, or the Internet-of-Things (IoT). The report should include commendations on best practice examples for the future of engineering and recommendations for future improvements. A Marking Rubric is provided on Moodle, offering indicators of attainment at the ‘Sound,’ ‘Good,’ and ‘Excellent’ levels for each component of the assignment.
Team Formation
Team Composition: Teams consist of a maximum of three students each. Students can start selecting their teams after census day using the team selection link provided on Moodle.
Report Requirements
- Critique of Engineering Project: The report should provide a comprehensive critique of an engineering project's contributions to the United Nations sustainable development goals. This includes an analysis of how advanced technologies such as big data, artificial intelligence, or IoT have been integrated into the project.
- Evaluation of Best Practices: Students should commend best practice examples observed in the engineering project, highlighting their significance for the future of engineering.
- Recommendations for Improvement: The report should offer recommendations for future improvements based on identified strengths and weaknesses of the engineering project.
Report Format
- Template Usage: Moodle contains a template to scaffold the report-writing process. Students should utilise this template to ensure clarity, organisation, and coherence in their reports.
- Clarity and Cohesion: The report should be well-structured, logically organised, and written in clear, concise language. Each section of the report should flow seamlessly into the next, maintaining reader engagement throughout.
Recommendations
- Early Team Formation: Forming teams early allows for effective collaboration and distribution of tasks among team members.
- Template Utilisation: Utilising the provided template on Moodle can help scaffold the report-writing process and ensure all necessary components are included.
- Thorough Review: Before submission, students should thoroughly review their reports to ensure they meet all criteria outlined in the marking rubric.
By adhering to the assessment criteria and working collaboratively as a team, students can effectively critique an engineering project's contributions to sustainable development goals and provide valuable insights for future improvements in engineering practices.
Review/Exam Week Friday (11 Oct 2024) 10:00 pm AEST
At the Certification of Grades
Marking Criteria
- Content Analysis: The depth and breadth of the critique, evaluation of best practices, and recommendations for improvement will determine the level of attainment in the marking rubric.
- Use of Advanced Technologies: The report should demonstrate a nuanced understanding of how advanced technologies such as big data, artificial intelligence, or IoT contribute to the engineering project's objectives.
- Critical Thinking: Students should exhibit critical thinking skills by analyzing the project's strengths and weaknesses, identifying areas for improvement, and proposing actionable recommendations.
- Adherence to Rubric: Students should refer to the provided marking rubric on Moodle to ensure alignment with assessment requirements at each level of attainment.
No submission method provided.
- Examine advances in engineering practice incorporating applications of big data, artificial intelligence, or the Internet-of-things
- Evaluate the contributions of an engineering project to the United Nations sustainable development goals
- Identify opportunities to enhance current engineering practice by applying advanced technologies adopted in cutting-edge engineering projects.
- Provide evidence of a professional capacity to work, learn, and communicate effectively in a multi-disciplinary team.
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.
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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?
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