Programme Specification for Stage 2 in Mechanical Engineering at University of Portsmouth, Slides of Mechanical Engineering

Download Programme Specification for Stage 2 in Mechanical Engineering at University of Portsmouth and more Slides Mechanical Engineering in PDF only on Docsity! Programme Specification for Stage 2 - Mechanical Engineering Stage 2 - Mechanical Engineering Programme Specification Purpose This Programme Specification provides detailed information on the above course for students, staff and stakeholders. It is also used for programme monitoring and academic quality assurance. Disclaimer International College Portsmouth has checked the information given in this Programme Specification and believes it to be correct. We will endeavour to deliver the course in keeping with this Programme Specification but reserve the right to change the content, timetabling and administration of the course whilst maintaining equivalent academic standards and quality. Programme Specification for Stage 2 - Mechanical Engineering Page 1 Contents 1. Named Awards Page 2 2. ICP Course Code and University Jupiter Code Page 2 3. ICP Stage of Study Page 2 4. Awarding Body Page 2 5. Award Level Page 2 6. Teaching Institution Page 2 7. Teaching Location Page 2 8. Faculty of Articulation Page 2 9. QAA Benchmark Groups Page 2 10. Accreditation Page 2 11. Planned Programme Page 2 12. Document Control Information Page 2 13. Strategic Rationale Page 3 14. Educational Aims Page 3 15. Learning Outcomes Page 4 16. Generic Learning Outcomes Page 4 17. Learning and Teaching Strategies and Methods Page 5 18. Assessment Strategy Page 6 19. Categories of Performance Page 7 20. Course Structure, Moderation, Progression and Award Requirements Page 7 21. Unit Assessment Map Page 9 22. Unit Delivery Schedule – Semester 1 Page 10 23. Unit Delivery Schedule – Semester 2 Page 10 24. Appendix 1 – University Programme Specification Page 11 25. Appendix 2 – University Unit Descriptors Page 11 Programme Specification for Stage 2 - Mechanical Engineering Page 4 economic and commercial impacts and affects, as well as the potential careers involved so as to support their preparedness for progression to the next stage of the programme at the University. 5. Ensure that students have attained the prescribed of inter-disciplinary language competence described as Level B2 ‘Proficient User’ by the Council of Europe, see Common European Framework of Reference for languages: Learning, teaching assessment 2001, Council of Europe, CUP, Cambridge, p. 24, Table 1. Common Reference Levels: global scale. 6. Ensure that students have attained the prescribed level of inter-disciplinary language competence to a minimum pass mark of 65% (Grade C) in the ACL accredited module Interactive Learning Skills and Communication; and therein a minimum Choose a band IELTS equivalent. Learning Outcomes Generic Learning Outcomes All modules have a set of generic Learning Outcomes (LOs) attached to them, please see the Definitive Module Descriptors (DMD’s) for more information. These provide a basic set of core transferable skills that can be employed as a basis to further study and life-long learning. They are delivered using an interdisciplinary and progressive approach to build these core skills within the context of subject-specific learning. Incorporated in these core skills are the key themes of relationship-management, time-management, professional communication, technological and numerical understanding and competency. Key knowledge will be demonstrated by demonstrated understanding of:  Personal organisation and time-management skills to achieve research goals and maintain solid performance levels.  Understanding of the importance of attaining in-depth knowledge of terminology as used in a given topic area, as a basis to further study.  Understanding, knowledge and application of appropriate and effective methods of communication to meet formal assessment measures.  Understanding and knowledge as to the development of the industry and/or scholarship in relation to a given topic under study.  Understanding of the rules applying to plagiarism and collusion.  Ability to work as an individual, in a small team and in a larger group to effect data collation, discussion and presentation of evidence. Key skills will be demonstrated by the ability to:  Meet converging assessment deadlines – based on punctuality and organisation with reference to class, group and individual sessions within a dynamic and flexible learning environment with variable contact hours and forms of delivery.  Communicate clearly using appropriate nomenclature to enhance meaning in all oral and written assessments with no recourse to collusion or plagiarism.  Present clearly, coherently and logically in a variety of oral and written formats using a variety of appropriate qualitative and quantitative tools and evidence bases.  Demonstrate an understanding of the current themes of a given topic, the academic and practical foundation on which they are based – demonstrated by a lack of plagiarism and need for collusion in both individual and group work.  Collate, summarise, reason and argue effectively on a given topic without reference to another’s work or ideas/concepts.  Meet and succeed in each of the varied assessments presented. Programme Specification for Stage 2 - Mechanical Engineering Page 5 Intended Learning Outcomes A. Knowledge and Understanding 1. Relevant mathematics for engineering calculations 2. Relevant applied science 3. The selection of materials and manufacturing processes appropriate to the application 4. Application of the design process 5. The importance of business, commerce and marketing 6. The use and relevance of appropriate software 7. The significance of mechanical engineering in society 8. The importance of ethics and impact on the environment B. Cognitive / Intellectual Skills 1. Apply analytical techniques to the solution of problems 2. Use various problem-solving techniques to develop innovative solutions 3. Use a holistic approach in solving problems, by applying judgement to criteria including risk, cost, safety and the environment 4. Develop an awareness of the effects upon society of technological developments and develop a proper sense of professional conduct in relation to society’s use of technology 5. Develop critical skills with regard to literature searching, appraising and evaluating from a variety of sources and synthesising the results 6. Plan, execute and report on laboratory experiments and final year projects C. Practical Skills 1. Be rational and pragmatic, interested in the practical steps necessary for a concept to become reality 2. Mathematically model real engineering situations effectively 3. Apply the design process to enable the selection of appropriate materials and processes 4. Communicate technical information in a lucid manner to both management and technical staff 5. Manage engineering based projects using appropriate tools 6. Think creatively in order to develop design and sustainable analytical solutions 7. Be cost and value-conscious, and aware of the social, cultural, environmental, health and safety, and wider professional responsibilities they should display D. Transferrable Skills 1. Communicate effectively in writing, speaking and in appropriate forms of presentation 2. Read and understand documents related to engineering and software products and systems 3. Use information technology to handle data, for simulation and to assist with design and testing 4. Apply mathematical techniques in engineering design and professional practice 5. Assess problem domains and formulate appropriate problem solving strategies 6. Build on previous experience in order to generalise 7. Work in teams to achieve goals but nevertheless be distinctively individual 8. Demonstrate productive capability in the placement setting where this is applicable Learning and Teaching Strategies and Methods The acquisition of learning outcomes is via a combination of small group lectures, small group-based tutorial coursework (oral and written presentation) and individual coursework (oral and written presentation) and summative examination. Application of the central programme themes throughout all core modules of the stage of study via examples and topics for assessment regimes. Additional support is provided through the provision of small peer-led tutorial group work; the addition of individual tutorial support; ICP module- Programme Specification for Stage 2 - Mechanical Engineering Page 6 specific subject specialists delivering modules; guest speakers (industry/topic specific); monitoring and appraisal by ICP academic management as well as Navitas Ltd (UK) management. Lecturers and the dedicated Student Services team are on hand via email or face-to-face in the College for additional support where required or desired. All lectures and small group tutorials are held in the designated ICP class rooms, seminar rooms and dedicated IT laboratory. Field-trips will be taken as required. All candidates are expected to maintain a 100% attendance record in accordance with CPR M3 Attendance and Monitoring. Students are encouraged throughout the stage of study to undertake independent study both to supplement and consolidate what is being taught/learnt and to broaden their individual knowledge and understanding of the subject. This can be through the use of the University’s library and IT facilities for self-directed study and to use their private IT facilities where possible. Candidates are always encouraged to further develop intellectual skills by independent self-directed study as in the setting and monitoring of projects and coursework that require research and compilation skills as well as in-course spot-tests, examinations and participation. Students are encouraged to understand and evaluate with critical awareness the concepts studied at this level. This is further supported by an assessment framework that requires a high level of self-directed study allows candidates to foster a range of analytical skills to support further study. Using a combination of all delivery and assessment styles (oral and written, group and individual) used within the stage of study to demonstrate competence in presentation, reports, long and short essays (to enhance summarisation techniques and limit collusion and plagiarism), timed-assignments (indicating knowledge, organisation, time management and clear communication ability), of the following: design a persuasive message from the audience’s perspective; demonstrate effective presentation delivery skills in a variety of situations; leave effective voice-mail messages; write persuasive E- mails, memos letters; and write factual essays and reports in plain English. Feedback is given to all students on all work produced and, where appropriate, confirmed in individual appraisal events associated with modules and more generally Navitas Ltd (UK) academic management. Additional interviews are made with the lecturer and/or the Student Services Team to evaluate and discuss any emerging learning issues and therein candidates options. Academics preferably have a strong programme related background as well as academic and teaching credentials to ensure that the stage of study satisfies the generic outcomes required by the QAA Foundation Degree qualification benchmark (applied here to Level 1 only) – application of concepts to the work environment. ICP fully support the use of technology enhanced learning both within and beyond the classroom; please see the TEL Policy for further details. Ensuring all candidates acquire grounding in University of Portsmouth and associated end-user IT platforms for academic study. The opportunity to interface regularly with noted platforms in College, University of Portsmouth library and independent environments to develop an understanding of the implications of the use of different computer and IT systems for research. Programme Specification for Stage 2 - Mechanical Engineering Page 9 Unit Assessment Map Level Module Name Module Code Core/ Option Credit Examination Weighting (%) Coursework Weighting (%) 4 S2 Tutorial - Mechanical - Semester 1 ENG101ME Core 0 0 0 4 Introduction to Design P21952 Core 20 50 50 4 Electrical and Electronic Principles P21956 Core 20 100 0 4 Communication and Engineering Technology Appreciation P21958 Core 20 75 25 4 S2 Tutorial - Mechanical - Semester 2 ENG102ME Core 0 0 0 4 Mathematical Principles P21384 Core 20 100 0 4 Mechanical Engineering Principles P21960 Core 20 80 20 4 Introduction to Solid Mechanics and Dynamics P23547 Core 20 100 0 4 Interactive Learning Skills and Communication (Integrated) SKIENG Core Pass/Fail 50 50 Programme Specification for Stage 2 - Mechanical Engineering Page 10 ICP Unit Delivery Schedule – Semester 1 Week Total Hours ENG101ME Contact hours/week Self-directed study hours/week S2 Tutorial - Mechanical - Semester 1 Contact hours Self-dir study 1 3 0 3 0 2 3 0 3 0 3 3 0 3 0 4 3 0 3 0 5 3 0 3 0 6 3 0 3 0 7 3 0 3 0 8 3 0 3 0 9 3 0 3 0 10 3 0 3 0 11 3 0 3 0 12 3 0 3 0 Total hours / module 36 0 36 0 Notional hours / module 36 36 Credit Points 0 0 ICP Unit Delivery Schedule – Semester 2 Week Total Hours ENG102ME SKIENG Contact hours/week Self-directed study hours/week S2 Tutorial - Mechanical - Semester 2 Study Skills for Engineers Contact hours Self-dir study Contact hours Self-dir study 1 3 0 4 8 7 8 2 3 0 4 8 7 8 3 3 0 4 8 7 8 4 3 0 4 8 7 8 5 3 0 4 8 7 8 6 3 0 4 8 7 8 7 3 0 4 8 7 8 8 3 0 4 8 7 8 9 3 0 4 8 7 8 10 3 0 4 8 7 8 11 3 0 4 8 7 8 12 3 0 4 6 7 6 Total hours / module 36 0 48 102 84 102 Notional hours / module 36 150 186 Credit Points 0 Pass/Fail 0 Programme Specification for Stage 2 - Mechanical Engineering Page 11 Appendix One BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering Programme Specification See: http://www.port.ac.uk/courses/engineering/beng-hons-mechanical-engineering/ Appendix Two Module Outlines (DMDs) – Year 1 degree schemes Taken directly from – http://uws.port.ac.uk/unitwebsearch/