436-105 Engineering Communications

Students successfully completing this unit should have the ability to construct 2-D geometric models of 3-D objects and phenomena, communicate their descriptions in standard drafting format and read and understand drawings prepared in accordance with Australian Standards. They should be proficient in visualising 3-D objects and phenomena; in applying analytical and computer techniques in geometrical modelling; in graphic communication; have developed effective study skills and learning practices; and have had practice at oral and written communication of technical material.

Topics covered include projection systems, 3-D geometry principal and auxiliary views; sketching, computational geometry and computer graphics; and written technical communication and oral presentation.

• ability to apply knowledge of basic science and engineering fundamentals

• ability to communicate effectively, not only with engineers but also with the community at large

• ability to undertake problem identification, formulation and solution

• ability to utilise a systems approach to design and operational performance

• ability to function effectively as an individual and in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams, with the capacity to be a leader or manager as well as an effective team member

• understanding of the principles of sustainable design and development

• understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities and commitment to them

• expectation of the need to undertake lifelong learning, capacity to do so

• capacity for independent critical thought, rational inquiry and self-directed learning

• intellectual curiosity and creativity, including understanding of the philosophical and methodological bases of research activity

• openness to new ideas and unconventional critiques of received wisdom

• profound respect for truth and intellectual integrity, and for the ethics of scholarship

• international awareness and openness to the world, based on understanding and appreciation of social and cultural diversity and respect for individual human rights and dignity

One 3-hour end of semester examination (45%). A 10-page project (40%); tutorial sessions (7%) for engineering graphics and oral presentations and assignments for other engineering communication skills (8%) due throughout the semester.