Engineering Systems Design 1 (ENGR10004)
Undergraduate level 1Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
Overview
| Availability | Semester 1 Semester 2 |
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AIMS
Engineering Systems Design 1 introduces students to the world of engineering through a mix of design projects, interactive workshops and lectures. This subject centres on the engineering method, the approach to problem solving and engineering design that makes engineers unique. The subject will prepare students for an exciting and rigorous engineering education that will allow them to serve an increasingly complex society.
This subject features designing a solution to a real-world challenge using skills from disciplines such as fluid mechanics, chemical engineering, water treatment, aerospace engineering, mathematical modelling and computer simulation.
INDICATIVE CONTENT
The engineering profession, engineering disciplines, problem solving, engineering method, mathematical modelling using appropriate software tools, data gathering, data analysis, fluid mechanics, conservation of material and energy in engineering processes, mass transport in two phase flow, report writing, communication skills.
Intended learning outcomes
INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILOs)
On completion of this subject the student is expected to:
- Explain the importance of engineers and the place of engineering in society
- Apply basic knowledge of fluid mechanics, chemical engineering and aerospace systems to solve design problems across multiple engineering disciplines
- Identify the nature of a technical problem and make appropriate simplifying assumptions, in order to achieve a solution
- Develop and construct mathematical, physical and conceptual models of situations, systems and devices, and utilise such models for purposes of analysis and design
- Analyse possible alternative engineering approaches and evaluate their advantages and disadvantages in terms of functionality, cost, sustainability and all other factors
- Demonstrate competency in current tools for analysis, simulation, visualisation, synthesis and design, particularly computer-based tools and packages.
Generic skills
- Ability to interact with people in other engineering disciplines and professions to broaden their knowledge and achieve successful outcomes in an engineering design project;
- Ability to realistically assess the scope and dimensions of a project or task, and employ appropriate planning and time management skills to achieve a substantial outcome;
- Communication skills in order to make effective oral and written presentations to technical and non-technical audiences and with other team members;
- Ability to apply creative approaches to identify and develop alternative concepts and problem solving procedures;
- Perception of their own learning and development; understanding the need to critically review and reflect on capability and undertake appropriate learning programs.
Last updated: 9 April 2025
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
A mark of at least 25 in VCE Math Methods or equivalent approved by the Subject Coordinator
OR
Admission into the B-SCI Bachelor of Science OR B-BMED Bachelor of Biomedicine OR B-COM Bachelor of Commerce
OR
Both of MAST10014 Foundation Mathematics 1 and MAST10015 Foundation Mathematics 2
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAST10014 | Foundation Mathematics 1 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MAST10015 | Foundation Mathematics 2 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 9 April 2025
Assessment
Additional details
- Weekly subject reflective journal (15% in total, Hurdle requirement*). Intended Learning Outcome (ILO) 1 is addressed in the reflective journal;
- Mid-semester quiz, held during Week 7 (5% in total, Hurdle requirement*). Addresses ILOs 2 and 6;
- In-class team-based project assessments due throughout semester (15% in total**). Addresses ILOs 2, 3, 4 and 6;
- Two hour written examination held in exam period (25%, Hurdle requirement*). Addresses ILOs 2, 3 and 6;
- A written end of semester group report, 40 pages in length (including diagrams and calculations), due in the exam period (40%**). Addresses ILOs 2-6.
* The indicated individual assessment items (totalling 45%) are a combined hurdle requirement.
** Students work in teams of 5-6 on these indicated assessments and thus the workload is expected to be divided equally within the team.
Last updated: 9 April 2025
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Gavin Buskes Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 3 x 1 hour lectures and 1 x 3 hour workshop per week Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 27 February 2017 to 28 May 2017 Last self-enrol date 10 March 2017 Census date 31 March 2017 Last date to withdraw without fail 5 May 2017 Assessment period ends 23 June 2017 Semester 1 contact information
Email: g.buskes@unimelb.edu.au
- Semester 2
Coordinators Sui So and Joe Berry Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 3 x 1 hour lectures and 1 x 3 hour workshop per week Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 24 July 2017 to 22 October 2017 Last self-enrol date 4 August 2017 Census date 31 August 2017 Last date to withdraw without fail 22 September 2017 Assessment period ends 17 November 2017
Time commitment details
Estimated 170 hours
Last updated: 9 April 2025
Further information
- Texts
- Subject notes
LEARNING AND TEACHING METHODS
The key element of the subject is the series of workshops that take place throughout the semester. Students work in teams to complete a series of projects, gathering and analysing data, and designing, building and testing a solution to an engineering challenge. The lectures support the workshop activities.
INDICATIVE KEY LEARNING RESOURCESStudents will have access to lecture notes and lecture slides. The subject LMS website also has additional resources including readings.
CAREERS / INDUSTRY LINKSThis is the first engineering subject that most students will normally undertake. It starts building some of the key skills that employers look for when recruiting graduates.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Informal specialisation Science-credited subjects - new generation B-SCI and B-ENG. Informal specialisation Selective subjects for B-BMED Breadth Track Chemical Engineering - Breadth options
- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Please note Single Subject Studies via Community Access Program is not available to student visa holders or applicants
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Additional information for this subject
Subject coordinator approval required
Last updated: 9 April 2025