Engineering Fundamentals - 2023 entry
MODULE TITLE | Engineering Fundamentals | CREDIT VALUE | 30 |
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MODULE CODE | CSM1289DA | MODULE CONVENER | Unknown |
DURATION: TERM | 1 | 2 | 3 |
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DURATION: WEEKS | 12 |
Number of Students Taking Module (anticipated) |
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This module covers the basic maths and physics required of all engineers, but specifically applied to design and equip mines to allow them to operate safely and efficiently: maths to support the physics; thermo-fluids for ventilation design; mechanics for design of conveying and other systems; statics to understand the behaviour of rock under stress; and electrical engineering to design power systems. The content is taught in the context of mining and linked to applications.
This module provides the mathematics necessary for the other core engineering modules, including trigonometry, differentiation, integration and complex numbers. Using those skills, the module goes on to give you a fundamental knowledge of core engineering principals covering materials & mechanics, fluid and thermodynamics and electrical engineering, which provide a foundation for further applied study in these areas later in the Degree Apprenticeship.
Examples will focus on the mining environment.
On successful completion of this module you should be familiar with these Knowledge and Skills as specified in the Mine Management Apprenticeship Standard (ST1309):
K8 The influence and requirements of mechanical and electrical engineering principles and procedures have on the safe, efficient operation of the mine |
K9 Mine surveying techniques for measuring and mapping of mine workings, including the recording of information and the use of analytical measures to verify the results. |
K27 Data analysis techniques used to examine complex and interacting issues, to assist in developing appropriate solutions solving and support the decision-making process. |
S19 Use evidence-based tools, qualitive and quantitative analysis techniques to demonstrate an ethical approach to problem solving and making decisions that improve the safety, operational and environmental performance of the underground operation. |
On successful completion of this module you should be able to:
Module Specific Skills and Knowledge
2. Mechanics skills including statics, dynamics, force systems, kinematics of rigid bodies, energy, momentum, impulse and vibration.
Discipline Specific Skills and Knowledge
6. Demonstrate an analytical, systematic and creative approach to problem solving
Personal and Key Transferable / Employment Skills and Knowledge
11. Identify strengths and weaknesses in terms of personal study skills
The syllabus will be delivered through a combination of an element of ILO 1 and elements from another two ILOs in each contact session. The individual elements will be structured to cover mining applications through the application of single principles and built over the module to the level required to meet the KSBs.
- Trigonometry will be taught alongside mining surveying and applied to survey problems on surface and underground at representative mines.
- Calculus will be taught alongside thermo-fluids and applied to pumping or ventilation problems on representative mines.
- Calculus will also be taught in parallel with mechanics and applied to problems such as hoisting, hauling, and rock mechanics.
- Complex numbers will be taught alongside electrical engineering and applied to electrical problems encountered in mining.
Scheduled Learning & Teaching Activities | 57 | Guided Independent Study | 42 | Placement / Study Abroad | 0 |
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Category | Hours of study time | Description |
Scheduled Learning Activity | 33 | Online Lectures & Webinars |
Scheduled Learning Activity | 24 | Residential |
Guided Independent Study | 42 | Use of online learning materials. Completion of assessments required to monitor progress. Consultation with academic staff. |
Form of Assessment | Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length) | ILOs Assessed | Feedback Method |
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Online mini-quizzes | About half-hour of work/quiz | All | Immediate, automated |
Coursework | 50 | Written Exams | 50 | Practical Exams | 0 |
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Form of Assessment | % of Credit | Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length) | ILOs Assessed | Feedback Method |
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Exam | 50 | 2 hours | 1-11 | Written |
Engineering Labs | 50 | Lab notebook, with typically 30 minutes length per assessed lab | 2-11 | Individual oral |
Original Form of Assessment | Form of Re-assessment | ILOs Re-assessed | Time Scale for Re-assessment |
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Exam | Resubmission | 1-11 | Programme schedule dependent |
Engineering Labs | Resubmission | 2-11 | Programme schedule dependent |
All passed components of the module will be rolled forward and will not be reassessed in the event of module failure.
information that you are expected to consult. Further guidance will be provided by the Module Convener
Basic reading:
- Stroud – Engineering mathematics – 6th or 7th edition
- J.L. Meriam, L.G. Kraige – Engineering Mechanics, Vol. 1
- Douglas, J.F., Gasiorek, J.M., Swaffield, J.A. - Fluid Mechanics, 6th edition
- Hughes, Electrical and Electronic Technology, 6th or later edition
Web based and Electronic Resources:
- Hughes, Electrical and Electronic Technology, available through library
Reading list for this module:
CREDIT VALUE | 30 | ECTS VALUE | 15 |
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PRE-REQUISITE MODULES | None |
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CO-REQUISITE MODULES | None |
NQF LEVEL (FHEQ) | 4 | AVAILABLE AS DISTANCE LEARNING | No |
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ORIGIN DATE | Friday 19th August 2022 | LAST REVISION DATE | Tuesday 12th December 2023 |
KEY WORDS SEARCH | Mechanics, electrical, electronics, fluid, thermodynamics |
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Please note that all modules are subject to change, please get in touch if you have any questions about this module.