Module Catalogue 2024/25

Pre Requisite Comment

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Co Requisite Comment

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Aims

To enhance the ability of the student to apply their engineering and computing expertise to investigate a complex problem.

Outline Of Syllabus

An individual assignment leading to the design and development of an original system or device and involving multi-disciplinary skills. The overall theme of the project will be provided by the employer, and approved by the academic module leader who will assist in project supervision and monitoring. Assessment of the project, undertaken by the academic supervisor and a second academic examiner, is via presentations, demonstrations and a final report.

Intended Knowledge Outcomes

The knowledge outcomes from the individual project will be multi-faceted, involving not only conceptual and procedural knowledge associated with the project in general, but also strategic knowledge. The knowledge outcomes will include the ability to:

Apply a comprehensive knowledge of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principle to the solution of complex problems [M1]

Formulate and analyse complex problems to reach substantiated conclusions. [M2]

Select and apply appropriate computational and analytical techniques to model complex problems [M3]

Select and critically evaluate technical literature and other sources of information to solve complex problems. [M4]

Design solutions for complex problems that evidence some originality and meet a combination of societal, user, business and customer needs as appropriate. [M5]

Apply an integrated or system approach to the solution of complex problems [M6]

Evaluate the environmental and societal impact of solutions to complex problems [M7]

Formulate planning and organisational strategies. Use of risk management process to identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks associated with a particular project or activity [M9]

Intended Skill Outcomes

The skills outcomes will include the ability to:

Use practical laboratory and workshop skills to investigate complex problems [M12]

Use CAD packages, development of programmes [M3]

Select and apply appropriate materials, equipment, engineering technologies and processes, recognising their limitations [M13]

Function effectively as an individual, demonstrating leadership of the project. Evaluate effectiveness of own performance. [M15]

Communicate effectively on complex engineering matters. Oral presentation skills.

Write and prepare reports. Written communication skills.

Teaching Rationale And Relationship

This project requires the student not only to adapt the factual, conceptual and procedural knowledge acquired from a wide range of modules to a specific problem but also to enhance their strategic knowledge by undertaking a project in which he/she is wholly responsible.

Consequently, it will require the student to demonstrate a wide range of skills

subject-specific skills - design skills plus an overall understanding of a wide range of subject matter related to the project

core skills - ability to plan and organise the work, together with exercising problem-solving skills, also demonstrate numeracy and computer literacy skills, finally submit a written report on the design

cognitive skills - ability the analyse the results and present them in a coherent manner.

Assessment Rationale And Relationship

The project demonstration/viva is an appropriate way to assess both the depth of theoretical knowledge and understanding of the project. The demonstration/viva also gives students the opportunity to demonstrate their presentation and transferable skills.



The technical report is an appropriate way to assess the students’ depth of theoretical knowledge, research awareness, and problem solving skills. The final report also assesses data and information acquisition and evaluation skills.

General Notes

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