SCIE302 – Engineering Calculations and Materials
Module code
SCIE302
Module title
Engineering Calculations and Materials
Prescription
To provide students with basic knowledge of selected physical engineering principles and materials used in engineering, including calculations relating to these topics using the SI system of units.
Programmes
- SX1706
NZQA Level
Level 3
NZQA Credits
15
Delivery method
- Web-Supported
Learning hours
- Total learning hours
- 150
Resources required
- Learning Outcomes
- Explain physical principles in engineering
Describe physical characteristics of materials used in engineering
Use units of measure in engineering
Perform trade calculations for mechanical engineering trades
Apply basic computer skills to research, writing and presentation of scientific information - Content
- Simple machines
Metals & their characteristics
The SI system of units
Arithmetic and algebraic operations
Introductory computer skills for engineering - Teaching and Learning Strategy
- Learning will be facilitated using a range of teaching and learning methods, which may include:
Practical - laboratory; practical or workshop sessions and activities; demonstrations
Theory - includes web-supported tutor facilitated/directed presentations; lectures and tutorials; group activities; peer presentations and review; group/individual research; online learning activities; case studies; guest speakers - Assessment Criteria
- Portfolio of Evidence100
Assessment in this module is achievement-based. The portfolio is comprised of multiple assessment tasks. To pass this module all tasks must be submitted and an overall minimum pass mark of 50 is required.
