48001 Project BEngSc

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UTS: Engineering
Credit points: 6 cp
Result type: Grade and marks

Requisite(s): (96 credit points of completed study in 96 Credit Value spk(s): C10066 Bachelor of Engineering Science OR 96 credit points of completed study in 96 Credit Value spk(s): C10077 Bachelor of Engineering Science Engineering Innovation)) AND (48250c Engineering Economics and Finance OR (22107c Accounting for Business Decisions A AND 25311c Financial Management for New Enterprises)
The lower case 'c' after the subject code indicates that the subject is a corequisite. See definitions for details.
These requisites may not apply to students in certain courses.
There are course requisites for this subject. See access conditions.
Anti-requisite(s): 48006 Capstone Project AND 48012 Capstone Project AND 48016 Capstone Project Part A AND 48026 Capstone Project Part B

Handbook description

This project subject provides students with the opportunity to consolidate their prior learning in an open-ended, multidisciplinary engineering project. Students work as part of a team that integrates most aspects of a full engineering design cycle, and contemporary engineering project management methodologies.

They are expected to develop client requirements through consultative processes, and to develop engineering specifications appropriate to the various stages in the project cycle. They assess alternative solutions and develop preferred options. Students gain experience in defining and articulating needs and evaluating engineering responses.

They produce a comprehensive report documenting the engineering process and project outcomes, and are also required to present aspects of the project through a variety of communication media, including online and face-to-face modes.

Subject objectives/outcomes

By the end of the project students should be able to demonstrate:

1. Integration of skills and knowledge gained in the course as a whole
2. An ability to develop requirement specifications considering the needs of clients and the community.
3. Ability to communicate succintly project outcomes into academically rigorous formats
4. An awareness of the roles of general, engineering, project and operations management tools and techniques including time and resource management.
5. An appreciation of a systems engineering approaches, including the need to take a systems level view.
6. An ability to undertake a project in teams that demonstrates an appreciation of the full engineering design cycle with critical appraisal of team member contributions.
7. An application of technical skills developed throughout the course
8. A demonstration of the ability to research and understand concepts beyond what has been taught throughout the course

Contribution to course aims and graduate attributes

This subject assures the students' ability to develop requirement specifications (B1), design solutions (B2) and develop models (C2) whilst developing the ability to evaluate models (C3) by providing the opportunity for students to address client and project needs (Obj. 2, 4), apply technical skills developed (Obj. 7) and engage in projects encapsulating a full-engineering design cycle (Obj. 1, 2,3,5,6,8).

Through providing resources and opportunities for students to participate in reflective tasks, this subject develops critical reflective practice and critical self-review (F1). Students develop a critical awareness of the interdependence of different professions, academic disciplines, and community interests in relation to the practice of engineering (Obj. 6, 7).

The rigour of proposals, project work and reporting develops the students' capabilities to carry out major engineering projects which require both theoretical and practical competencies in terms of understanding client needs (A1 Needs analysis ), assures experience in self-directed learning (D1 Manage self) and develops the student's research skills (B5 Research), project management and team work (E2 Teams, E3 Project Management). Additionally, students develop an appreciation of systems engineering approach and the need to take a systems level view (A5 Systems Thinking) through project and reporting work (Obj. 1, 2,3,5,6,7,8).

The subject also assures that students are able to communicate effectively (E1) and succintly whilst developing the abilities to research and synthesise knowledge, concepts and procedures (B3) through conference papers, guides and presentations (Obj. 3).

This subject contributes to the following Graduate Attributes:

A1. Needs analysis, A5. Apply systems thinking, B1. Problem solving, B2. Design, B3. Synthesise, B5. Implement and test solution, B6. Research skills, C2. Develop Models, C3. Evaluate model, D1. Manage self, E1. Communicate effectively, E2. Teams, E3. Project management methodologies, F1. Performance-review.

A complete list and description of Graduate Attributes for the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology can be found at
http://feit.uts.edu.au/faculty/graduate-attributes.html

Teaching and learning strategies

The following information is the detailed overview of the subject: including general information about the subject structure, delivery and staffing.

• Students will be required to attend a number of meetings during the semester.
• Timetabled class sessions will be provided.

Others include:

• Resource sessions
• Subject Learning module preparation
• Weekly classroom forums
• Liaison with academic supervisor (throughout semester)
• Project presentation
• Teamwork project & Group report
• Individual journal

Content

(Overview of subject content)

Subject Learning Module during which students explore/communicate/apply contemporary engineering workplace methodologies including:

• Engineering design cycle / process
• Frameworks for analysing socio-technical systems
• Management techniques, in particular project management tools and concepts
• Client consultation and public participation methods
• Technology assessment concepts
• Negoriation, Conflict Resolution
• Engineering Team Roles
• Research Methodologies

Assessment

Assessment Item 1: Subject Learning module

Intent:	Provides all groups with reference materials appropriate/applicable to subject aims and objectives.
Objective(s):	1, 2, 4, 8 Graduate Attributes: B3, B6, E1
Weighting:	15%
Length:	2 page summary of a chosen learning module topic plus short (10min) presentation
Criteria:	Assessment components/criteria include: Appropriate depth and breadth of material in the guide; Satisfactory standards of English language and grammar applied in the guide; Structure/layout/presentation of the guide; 10 min presentation demonstrating clarity, succinctness, audience relevance and a logical flow. A SPARK benchmarking exercise (of all other modules in the class) as well as self and peer assessment (of your team’s performance in completing the task) are also required to be completed.

Assessment Item 2: Project proposal

Intent:	Details the project work to be undertaken and identifies assessment indicators.
Objective(s):	2, 4, 8 Graduate attributes: A1, A3, D1, E1, E2
Weighting:	15%
Criteria:	The Capstone Project Proposal Assessment ‘Blue’ Form will be used by the Subject Coordinator to assess the proposal. Criteria in the form includes: Appropriateness of project title An outline of the project Capabilities of the student to be demonstrated Objectives and scopte Methodology Strategies and resources Timeline Risk assessment Self assessment criteria References used Other criteria: Writing style to suite the purpose, audience and genre, use of plain English for technical writing, proper spelling and grammar, appropriate formatting, labelling and referncing. In addition, a SPARK self and peer assessment is also required to be completed.

Assessment Item 3: Conference paper

Intent:	Presentation of pertinent project outcomes
Objective(s):	3 Graduate attributes: E1
Weighting:	10%
Length:	Delivery of 2 page conference paper
Criteria:	Submission of Conference Paper, content (appropriate depth, pertinent project outcomes, academic rigour) and layout (examples provided) consistent with genre.

Assessment Item 4: Final Report

Intent:	Constitutes the documentation of work completed on project, adhering to academic structures and standards
Objective(s):	1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8 Graduate attributes: A1, A3, A5, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, C1, C2, C3, D1, E1, E2, E3
Weighting:	60%
Criteria:	The Capstone Project Proposal Assessment ‘Gold’ Form will be used by the Subject Coordinator to assess the report. In addition, a SPARK self and peer assessment is also required to be completed. Other criteria may include: Clarity in addressing the question or problem to be solved Succinctness and cogency of presenting project results Significant engineering judgement at an appropriate graduate level Substantial and broad ranging content Sufficiency of material for publication Sufficient knowledge and familiarity with the discipline Capcity for clear thinking Significant techniques of analysis Appropriate application of project management techniques Appropriate management of self, time and processes Represents a well-planned and structured approach Orientates the reader on the content and arguments made Appropriate and adequate use of grammar, spelling, punctuation and general appearance

Assessment Item 5: Individual journal and class participation, class and team evaluations

Intent:	Journals tasks and evaluation activities undertaken in relation to the subject.
Objective(s):	6, 7 Graduate attributes: D1, E2, F1
Weighting:	Compulsory, achieve a 'satisfactory' level

Minimum requirements

In order to pass the subject, you must:

• submit all five (5) assessment tasks listed above;
• submit a ‘satisfactory’ individual learning journal if requested;
• complete all online SPARK self and peer evaluations;
• have no unexplained absences from weekly scheduled class sessions;
• achieve an individual overall total of 50 marks or more for the subject.

References

• Bartol, Martin, Tein and Matthews G,(2003),“Management - A Pacific Rim Focus”, Enhanced 3rd Edition, McGraw-Hill, Australia
• Morley-Warner (2001) Academic Writing is…, CREA, Australia
• Jarman, R (2012), “Student Guide for Capstone Projects – Autumn 2013”, UTS:Engineering, Sydney

Students are also expected to locate references relevant to their particular project.

Other resources

Student Guide

UTS Online

All students will have an account on the BEngSci Project site on UTS Online. All students are expected to check this site regularly for announcements. Subject staff will rely on students’ e-mail address registered on UTS Online for out of class official communication during the semester; it is therefore imperative that students ensure that their current email address is registered on UTS Online, and that they check their e-mail account regularly.

Capstone Project Student Guide

Various components of the Student Guide for Capstone Project are used in this subject. The rationale for this is based on recent feedback from Engineers Australia during their course accreditation visit; they noted the Capstone Project subjects (as well as many other areas) as highlights of the UTS:Engineering degree courses. Hence, there are benefits for student learning outcomes by adopting/incorporating this approach into 48001 BEngSci Project.

Further, the subject coordinator’s role will be to ensure that the depth of learning outcomes and deliverables is appropriate for this subject in the 3 year degree course. There is no expectation that students in BEngSci Project will match the project work required for Capstone Project students in the 4+ year degree courses.