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Undergraduate Handbook 2010-2011 (archived)
Module ENGI2011: Systems Modelling and Computing
Department: Engineering
ENGI2011: Systems Modelling and Computing
| Type | Level | Credits | Availability | Module Cap | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tied | 2 | 20 | Available in 2010/2011 | None. | Durham |
Tied To
Pre-requisites
- None.
Corequisites
- MEng: Engineering 2B, 2C, 2D, 2E, 2F (ENGI2051, ENGI2141, ENGI2151, ENGI2161, ENGI2171). BEng: Engineering 2B, 2C, 2D, BEng Engineering 2A (ENGI2051, ENGI2141, ENGI2151, ENGI2111) and either BEng Engineering 2B (ENGI2121) or BEng Engineering 2C (ENGI2131).
Excluded Combinations
- None.
Aims
- This module is part of a unified study of the main disciplines of engineering for year 2 students on either the M Eng or B Eng.
- It covers systems (dynamic systems modelling, approximation of functions, linear algebra and errors), and computer programming.
- To provide opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate knowledge and understanding, qualities, skills and other attributes appropriate to the subject matter covered by this module.
Content
- Systems: dynamic systems modelling, approximation of functions, linear algebra, errors.
- Computing project: how to write structured programs for engineering systems.
Learning Outcomes
Subject-specific Knowledge
- On completion of this module students will gain: Knowledge and understanding of the theory and application of engineering systems. .
Subject-specific Skills
- Planning, implementation and reporting of a computing exercise.
- Testing and verification of software.
- Preparation of technical report.
- Technical presentation.
- Observation and recording of experimental data.
- The competent and safe use of laboratory equipment.
- Understanding of risk assessment and COSHH.
Key Skills
- Numerical skills.
- Teamworking.
- Time and resource management.
Modes of Teaching, Learning and Assessment and how these contribute to the learning outcomes of the module
- The course in Systems is taught through lectures and is reinforced by seminars and problem sheets, leading to the required problem solving capability. Assessment is through written examination which enables each student to demonstrate an ability to analyse and solve new problems.
- Computing is taught through an introductory lecture together with with surgeries and seminars. The computing exercise gives experience of writing programs to solve an engineering problem. Its assessment is through the submission of a written report.
Teaching Methods and Learning Hours
| Activity | Number | Frequency | Duration | Total Hours | Attendance Monitored |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lectures | 44 | 2 per week | 1 Hour | 44 | |
| Tutorials | 4 | 1 Hour | 4 | ||
| Seminars | 31 | (21x1 + 4x2+1 +1) Hours | 31 | ||
| Practicals | 2 | 1st and 2nd term | 3 Hours | 6 | Yes |
| Preparation and Reading | 115 | ||||
| Total | 200 |
Summative Assessment
| Component | Component Weighting | Element | Length/Duration | Element Weighting | Resit Opportunity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Examination | 70% | two-hour written examination | 100% | ||
| Assessment | 30% | design assessment | 100% |
Formative Assessment
None.
Students who do not attend monitored activities shown under Teaching Methods
and Learning Hours, or who fail to complete the summative or formative
assessment(s) specified above, may be subject to the Academic Progress
procedures defined in the University's General Regulation V, and may be
required to leave the University.