ENG 1011 - Introduction to Engineering EAL
North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2025
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code ENG 1011 Course Introduction to Engineering EAL Coordinating Unit Centre for STEM Education and Innovation Term Semester 1 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 7 Hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Incompatible ENG 1001, CHEM ENG 1010, MECH ENG 1006 Assumed Knowledge SACE Stage 2 Mathematical Methods Assessment Group project, topic focused quizzes, oral presentation, individual assignments' Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Mrs Gayani Fernando
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course students will be able to:
1 Distinguish and practice professional conduct.
2 Communicate and interact in a style appropriate for academic and professional contexts.
3 Explain the engineering method from problem formulation through the complete life cycle.
4 Generate and assess ideas and solution alternatives.
5 Critically evaluate proposed engineering solutions from safety, sustainability, economic, environmental and social perspectives.
6 Apply project management strategies and processes.
The above course learning outcomes are aligned with the Engineers Australia Entry to Practice Competency Standard for the Professional Engineer. The course develops the following EA Elements of Competency to levels of introductory (A), intermediate (B), advanced (C):
1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 — — — B B B B B B B B B B B B B University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
3 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
3,4,5 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
1,2,6 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
1,6 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
1,5,6 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
Detailed resources for the major project are located on the Engineers without Borders Challenge website, released at the beginning of the year.Recommended Resources
Dandy, GC, Daniell, TM, Foley, BA and Warner, RF 2017, Planning and design of engineering systems, 3rd edn, CRC Press, London. [ISBN 9781351230674]
Dowling, DG, Carew, A and Hadgraft, RG 2013, Engineering your future: an Australasian guide, 2nd edn, John Wiley
& Sons Australia, Milton, Qld.
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
The course comprises: weekly lectures, tutorials and project team workshops, plus Digital Engineering workshops over 3 weeks in the semester.
All lectures will be delivered online. Other classes will be held in person or online.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
Activity Quantity Hours Course materials and videos set 32 Workshops 12 24 Tutorials 12 24 Assignments + Quizzes 10 50 Total 130 Learning Activities Summary
The course involves three Modules over the semester:
Module 1.Digital Engineering
- Technical communication
- Sketching
- CAD
- Advanced CAD
- 3D printing
Module 2.Communication and Professional Practice
- Report-writing skills
- Communication skills
- Sustainability
- Human-centred design
- Professional practice
Module 3.Engineers Without Borders Challenge
- Groupwork
- Report writing
- Project management
- Research
- Problem-solving
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Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
* The specific due date for each assessment task will be available on MyUni.Assessment Task Weighting (%) Individual/ Group Formative/ Summative Due (week)* Hurdle criteria Learning outcomes Scoping Report 15 Individual Summative Week 4 1. 2. 6. Design Evaluation Report 20 Group Summative Weeks 6 2. 3. 4. 5. Final Design Report 25 Group Summative Weeks 11 Yes 2. 3. 4. 5. Oral Presentations 10 Group Summative Week 12 2. 3. Professional Practice and Communication Quizzes 15 Individual Summative Periodic Weeks 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Digital Engineering 15 Individual Summative Weeks 2-4 1. 2. 6. Total 100
This assessment breakdown is registered as an exemption to the University's Assessment for Coursework Programs Policy. The exemption is related to the Procedures clause(s): 1. a. i
Assessment Detail
No information currently available.
Submission
All submissions will be electronic, through MyUni.Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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Student Feedback
The University places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as GOS surveys and Program reviews.
SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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