Engineering Technology and Society (ENGR10004)
Undergraduate level 1Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
Contact information
Semester 1
Overview
| Availability | Semester 1 |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
AIMS
Engineering Technology and Society introduces students to the impact engineers have on society through the development and application of new technologies to solve large scale challenges facing society. This is achieved through a mix of a design project, interactive workshops and lectures with hands-on testing and analysis. 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 relevant to the environment, energy or health using skills from areas such as fluid mechanics, water treatment, image analysis and online sensing. The exposure of students to emerging technologies is critical in the training of engineers for a modern workforce, especially in developing computer literacy in solving engineering problems. Students will gain experience with appropriate software tools for engineering calculations and simple logic structures as well as 3D computer aided drawing to empower students to 3D print components to test and refine your design solution.
INDICATIVE CONTENT
The juxtaposition of the engineering profession and disciplines with society, how engineers develop and use technology to solve problems, using appropriate software tools and fabrication technologies including 3D printing to design and test engineering solutions, image and data gathering, image and data analysis, online sensing, fluid flow and pumping, water treatment, how to work in teams, report writing and communication skills.
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Intended learning outcomes
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, process engineering, water treatment, image analysis and online sensing 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: 14 March 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 one of:
- Admission into or selection of one of the following:
- B-SCI Bachelor of Science
- B-BMED Bachelor of Biomedicine
- B-COM Bachelor of Commerce
- Admission into the B-DES Bachelor of Design
OR
All of
| 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: 14 March 2025
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Performance- Workshop Performance Marks based on workshop attendance, in-class participation and submission of short task summaries in 10 x 3-hour workshops. ILO 1, 2, 3 and 4 are addressed in this assessment.
| Throughout the semester | 25% |
Other- Weekly online homework. ILO 2, 3 and 4 are addressed in this assessment.
| Throughout the semester | 15% |
Mid-Semester Test- Mid-semester quiz. ILO 2 and 6 are addressed in this assessment.
| Week 7 | 10% |
Group Assessment / Project- **In-class team (of 3-4 students) based project assessments. Approximately 10-15 hours of work per team. ILO 2, 3, 4 and 6 are addressed in this assessment.
| Throughout the semester | 15% |
Group Assessment / Project- **A written end of semester team (of 3-4 students) report, 25 pages in length (including diagrams and calculations). ILO 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 are addressed in this assessment.
| Week 10 (draft report) and during Examination Period (revised report) | 35% |
Additional details
* The indicated individual assessment items (totalling 50%) are a combined hurdle requirement.
** Students work in teams of 3-4 on these indicated assessments and thus the workload is expected to be divided equally within the team.
Last updated: 14 March 2025
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Lionel Lam Coordinator 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 3 March 2025 to 1 June 2025 Last self-enrol date 14 March 2025 Census date 31 March 2025 Last date to withdraw without fail 9 May 2025 Assessment period ends 27 June 2025 Semester 1 contact information
Time commitment details
Estimated 170 hours
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Last updated: 14 March 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 Discipline subjects - new generation B-SCI Breadth Track Chemical Engineering - Breadth options
This subject is available as breadth in the following courses:
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelor of Design
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art)
- Bachelor of Music
- 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.
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
Last updated: 14 March 2025