Part A: Course Overview

Course Title: Engineering Science

Credit Points: 12.00

Terms

Course Code

Campus

Career

School

Learning Mode

Teaching Period(s)

OENG1208

City Campus

Undergraduate

172H School of Engineering

Face-to-Face

 Sem 1 2020,
Sem 1 2021,
Sem 1 2023,
Sem 1 2024,
Sem 1 2025

OENG1209

RMIT University Vietnam

Undergraduate

172H School of Engineering

Face-to-Face

 Viet2 2020,
Viet3 2020,
Viet2 2022,
Viet3 2022,
Viet1 2023,
Viet3 2023,
Viet1 2024,
Viet3 2024,
Viet1 2025

OENG1264

RMIT Vietnam Hanoi Campus

Undergraduate

172H School of Engineering

Face-to-Face

 Viet1 2024,
Viet3 2024

Course Coordinator: Nevena Todorova

Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 9925 1065

Course Coordinator Email: nevena.todorova@rmit.edu.au

Course Coordinator Location: 10.10.18

Course Coordinator Availability: By appointment


Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

None


Course Description

Through a multidisciplinary approach, this course aims to introduce and contextualise the fundamental science that underpins engineering. This comprises three key areas of introductory physical chemistry, kinematics, and electronic circuits. Introductory physical chemistry will cover nomenclature, molecular structure and stoichiometric reactions. In kinematics you will develop an understanding of work and of the conservation of energy. Electronic circuits will introduce you to Ohm’s Law, hence the consideration of electrical potential, current, resistance and capacitance. You will have the opportunity to revisit and extend one of these key areas in later studies, in your chosen engineering specialisation.


Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development

On successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

1. Explain fundamental scientific laws and principles that underpin engineering applications.
2. Apply foundational engineering methods and theoretical concepts to develop models for simplified real-world engineering problems.
3. Analyse and solve foundational engineering problems using critical thinking and numerical methods.
4. Work collaboratively to collect and evaluate data from engineering laboratory experiments.
5. Communicate engineering solutions to laboratory challenges through written reports.


This course contributes to the following Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) for BH126 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Bachelor of Engineering plans ending in P23 and specialising in: Advanced Manufacturing & Mechatronic; Biomedical; Mechanical; Electronic and Computer Systems; Electrical; Sustainable Systems; Civil & Infrastructure; Aerospace; Chemical; and Environmental Engineering and associated double degrees:

PLO 1 Demonstrate a coherent and advanced understanding of scientific theories, principles and concepts and engineering fundamentals within the engineering discipline​
PLO 2 Demonstrate a coherent and advanced body of knowledge within the engineering discipline
PLO 4 Apply knowledge of established engineering methods to the solution of complex problems in the engineering discipline
PLO 5 Utilise mathematics, software, tools and techniques, referencing appropriate engineering standards and codes of practice, in the design of complex engineering systems
PLO 8 Communicate engineering designs and solutions respectfully and effectively, employing a range of advanced communication methods, in an individual or team environment, to diverse audiences.​​
PLO 10 Critically analyse, evaluate, and transform information, while exercising professional judgement, in an engineering context.
PLO 11 Collaborate and contribute as an effective team member or leader in diverse, multi-disciplinary teams, with commitment to First Nations peoples and/or globally inclusive perspectives and participation in an engineering context.​

For more information on the program learning outcomes for your program, please see the program guide.


Overview of Learning Activities

This course is delivered through the following Learning Activities.

  1. Pre-recorded lectures where course material is presented through presentations, worked examples, and demonstrations;
  2. Lectorials where you will revisit the lecture material, practice solving problems and applying concepts. These lectorials will assist you to consolidate the course material and provide a means of feedback on your progress and understanding;
  3. Private study that consists of working through the course material presented in pre-recorded lectures and gaining practical experience at solving conceptual and numerical problems from the textbook and other sources;
  4. Completion of quizzes that are designed to give you further practice in the application of course material, as well as feedback on your understanding;
  5. Completion of written assignments requiring an integrated understanding of the subject matter.

Through practical and problem-solving sessions, you will have the opportunity to articulate your understanding and be guided by examples of clear thinking, logical argument and communication to develop such capabilities.


Overview of Learning Resources

This course is presented using a combination of pre-recorded lectures, tutorial and practical sessions, online quizzes, notes, and a prescribed textbook. Other reference texts and resources will also be available from the RMIT Bookshop and Library.

The course material will be presented through pre-recorded lectures. The Learning Management System will be used to distribute the course material and give you access to notes, tutorial worksheets, quizzes, and assignments.


Overview of Assessment

Assessment Tasks:

Schedule A

Assessment Task 1: Quizzes and worksheets, 40%, CLO1 and CLO3
Assessment Task 2: Laboratory Reports, 30%, CLO4 and CLO5
Assessment Task 3: Test, 30%, CLO2 and CLO3

Schedule B: Hong Kong delivery

Assessment Task 1: Quizzes and worksheets, 40%, CLO1 and CLO3
Assessment Task 2: Laboratory Reports, 30%, CLO4 and CLO5
Assessment Task 3: Test, 30%, CLO2 and CLO3

If you have a long-term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.