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<p>Within all engineering disciplines, core concepts from various fields of physics such as Newtonian mechanics, fluids, heat and mass transfer, materials, electronics, and electromagnetism underpin the knowledge of practising engineers. This unit will introduce students to the principles that engineers frequently use to understand and analyse the behaviour of <strong>Newtonian mechanics systems, fluids systems, and heat and temperature</strong>; these areas are of crucial importance in the 21st century. The unit will introduce students to the fundamental concepts needed to analyse these topics to support their learning in the later years of the engineering course. At the end of this unit, students will have a fundamental understanding that will allow them to solve problems related to the introduced concepts and design and analyse simple systems.</p>
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<p>Topics may include:<br>
1. Newton's laws of motion, rectilinear and curvilinear motions, conservation of energy, impulse and momentum, and kinematics.<br>
2. Modes of heat transfer: Conduction, Convection, and Radiation<br>
3. Fluid pressure, buoyancy, viscosity, surface tension, hydraulics, and Bernoulli's equation.</p>
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<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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Unit description
<p>Within all engineering disciplines, core concepts from various fields of physics such as Newtonian mechanics, fluids, heat and mass transfer, materials, electronics, and electromagnetism underpin the knowledge of practising engineers. This unit will introduce students to the principles that engineers frequently use to understand and analyse the behaviour of <strong>Newtonian mechanics systems, fluids systems, and heat and temperature</strong>; these areas are of crucial importance in the 21st century. The unit will introduce students to the fundamental concepts needed to analyse these topics to support their learning in the later years of the engineering course. At the end of this unit, students will have a fundamental understanding that will allow them to solve problems related to the introduced concepts and design and analyse simple systems.</p>
Unit content
<p>Topics may include:<br> 1. Newton's laws of motion, rectilinear and curvilinear motions, conservation of energy, impulse and momentum, and kinematics.<br> 2. Modes of heat transfer: Conduction, Convection, and Radiation<br> 3. Fluid pressure, buoyancy, viscosity, surface tension, hydraulics, and Bernoulli's equation.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Engineering
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/engrg1002">039999 - Engineering and Related Technologies, n.e.c.</a>
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 2</strong><p>Blended Delivery - Gippsland (Blended)</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Requisites
Prerequisite
None
Corequisite
None
Exclusion
<p>must not have completed "ENGIN1002"</p>
Learning outcomes
Learning outcomes
<p>On successful completion of this unit, students are expected to gain the following [K]nowledge, [S]kills and [A]pplication of knowledge & skills</p>
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<p>Explain the techniques for the analysis of Newtonian mechanics, fluid systems, and heat and mass transfer.</p>
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<p>Recognise the laws governing the behaviour of Newtonian mechanics, fluid systems, and heat and mass transfer.</p>
S1
<p>Develop appropriate mathematical models for the analysis of Newtonian mechanics systems, fluid systems, and heat and mass transfer.</p>
S2
<p>Perform laboratory experiments to validate the theoretical predictions and compare the real and nominal values of the system.</p>
S3
<p>Demonstrate problem-solving techniques related to the topics in a clear, logical and concise way.</p>
A1
<p>Analyse simple Newtonian mechanics systems, fluid systems, and heat and mass transfer.</p>
A2
<p>Apply the principles in the analysis of experimental outcomes and simple design situations.</p>
A3
<p>Communicate and present the engineering concepts and solutions clearly and effectively using appropriate technical terminologies and visualisation techniques.</p>
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<p>Participate in all learning activities including lectures, tutorials, laboratory activities, group activities, and supplementary reading activities. Undertake problem-solving tasks relevant to the topics in this unit in both invigilated and non-invigilated modes.</p>
<p>Assessed tutorials, quizzes, assessment tasks, mid-semester test, and/or final test.</p>
<p>40% - 60%</p>
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<p>Demonstrate an understanding of fundamental knowledge of the topics delivered in the lectures and relate to observations, tests, or experiments to solve design-based problems.</p>
<p>Oral or written explanatory tasks, or a small design task.</p>
<p>10% - 30%</p>
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<p>Undertake laboratory activities relevant to the topics introduced in this unit to validate the theory and confirm the application of theory in practice</p>
<p>Laboratory report</p>
<p>10% - 30%</p>
S2, A3
Supplementary assessment available:
Yes
Supplimentary assessment information:
<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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FedTASK
<p>Federation University recognises that students require key transferable employability skills to prepare them for their future workplace and society. FedTASKs (<strong>T</strong>ransferable <strong>A</strong>ttributes <strong>S</strong>kills and <strong>K</strong>nowledge) provide a targeted focus on five key, transferable Attributes, Skills, and Knowledge that are embedded within curriculum, developed gradually towards successful measures and interlinked with cross-discipline and co-operative learning opportunities.</p>
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Description of FedTASK outcome
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FedTASK 1: Interpersonal
The ability to effectively communicate, interact and work with others both individually and in groups.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK 2: Leadership
The ability to apply professional skills and behaviours in leading others.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK 3: Critical Thinking and Creativity
The ability to work in complexity and ambiguity using imagination to create new ideas.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK 4: Digital Literacy
The ability to work fluently across a range of tools and applications to achieve a range of skills.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK 5: Sustainable and Ethical Mindset
The ability to consider and assess the consequences and impact of ideas and actions in enacting ethical and sustainable decisions.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Engineering
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/engrg1002">039999 - Engineering and Related Technologies, n.e.c.</a>
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 2</strong><p>Blended Delivery - Gippsland (Blended)</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
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<em>Information in the Federation Handbook is correct at the time of publication. The University reserves the right to alter any course, unit, procedure or fee.</em>
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