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Undergraduate Handbook 2012-2013 (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 2012/2013 | None. | Durham |
Tied To
Pre-requisites
- As specified in programme regulations.
Corequisites
- As specified in programme regulations.
Excluded Combinations
- As specified in programme regulations.
Aims
- This module is designed solely for students studying School of Engineering and Computing Science MEng and BEng degree programmes.
- It provides a working knowledge of Dynamic Systems Modelling, Numerical Methods and Computing.
Content
- Systems: dynamic systems modelling, approximation of functions, 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 and Numerical Methods 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 surgeries. The computing exercise gives experience of writing programs to solve an engineering problem. Its assessment is through the submission of a written report.
- Students are able to make use of staff 'Tutorial Hours' to discuss any aspect of the module with teaching staff on a one-to-one basis. These are sign up sessions available for up to one hour per week.
Teaching Methods and Learning Hours
| Activity | Number | Frequency | Duration | Total Hours | Attendance Monitored |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dynamic Systems Modelling lectures | 21 | 1 per week | 1 Hour | 21 | |
| Numerical Methods lectures | 21 | 1 per week | 1 Hour | 21 | |
| Numerical Methods seminars | 21 | 1 per week | 1 Hour | 21 | |
| Computing lecture | 1 | 1 Hour | 1 | ||
| Tutorial Hours | as required | weekly signup sessions | up to 1 hour | 8 | |
| Surgery | 4 | 2 hours | 8 | ||
| Dynamic Systems Modelling laboratories | 2 | 1st and 2nd term | 3 Hours | 6 | Yes |
| Problem classes | 3 | 1 Hour | 3 | Yes | |
| Preparation and Reading | 111 | ||||
| Total | 200 |
Summative Assessment
| Component | Component Weighting | Element | Length/Duration | Element Weighting | Resit Opportunity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Examination | 70% | Systems 2 [Dynamic Systems Modelling, Numerical Methods] | 2 hours | 100% | yes |
| Assessment | 30% | Computing project assessment | 100% | yes |
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.