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<p>This unit is intended to be taken in sequence with ENGRG9005 and will equip students with knowledge and skills to undertake an engineering research project. In the process, students will employ a combination of hands-on, analytical and computing skills relevant to their field of advanced study. Students will also critically review relevant literature and present findings in the form of a report and in front of a peer based audience.</p>
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<p>Topics may include:<br>
1. Structuring and drafting of a research thesis.<br>
2. Producing a research paper out of the thesis work.</p>
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<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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Unit description
<p>This unit is intended to be taken in sequence with ENGRG9005 and will equip students with knowledge and skills to undertake an engineering research project. In the process, students will employ a combination of hands-on, analytical and computing skills relevant to their field of advanced study. Students will also critically review relevant literature and present findings in the form of a report and in front of a peer based audience.</p>
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<p>Topics may include:<br> 1. Structuring and drafting of a research thesis.<br> 2. Producing a research paper out of the thesis work.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Engineering
Study level:
Postgraduate - Coursework
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
039999 - Engineering and Related Technologies, n.e.c.
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 1</strong><p>Ballarat - Mt Helen (On Campus)</p><p>On-line Learning</p></p> <p><strong>Semester 2</strong><p>Ballarat - Mt Helen (On Campus)</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/engrg9004">View unit fees</a>
Requisites
Prerequisite
<p>the student has achieved at least 90 Credit Points prior to enrolment</p>
Corequisite
None
Exclusion
<p>must not have completed "<a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=ENGIN5002" target="_blank">ENGIN5002</a>"</p>
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Learning outcomes
<p>On successful completion of this unit, students are expected to gain the following [K]nowledge, [S]kills and [A]pplication of knowledge & skills</p>
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K1
<p>Identify and select the appropriate approach to undertake an engineering research project at an advanced level.</p>
K2
<p>Apply critical and independent thinking to research design, investigation and experimentation.</p>
K3
<p>Identify and apply the ethics, norms and concepts that guide engineering (research) practice (including professionalism, innovation and adaptability).</p>
K4
<p>Recognise the importance of continuous professional development and awareness of the current engineering practice.</p>
S1
<p>Assess research literature to identify gaps in knowledge and to synthesize information and/or ideas at an advanced level.</p>
S2
<p>Demonstrate an ability to effectively manage time and research resources (independently and/or as a member of a team).</p>
S3
<p>Present and effectively communicate engineering research outcomes to others within the engineering profession and the wider community through written and verbal mediums.</p>
S4
<p>Elaborate on the limitations and uncertainties of research undertaken.</p>
A1
<p>Analyze and evaluate engineering research data at an advanced level (appropriate to the discipline or advanced field of research).</p>
A2
<p>Create a major piece of written work through the development of a thesis (commensurate with the discipline and field of research).</p>
Assessment
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Learning outcomes assessed
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<p>Develop understanding of research approaches; identify possible research topics and explore and review list of references; develop/choose suitable methodology; prepare and present research project and proposed methodology</p>
<p>Research proposal report or presentation</p>
<p>10-20%</p>
K1, K2, K3, S1, S2, S3
2
<p>Report on the continuous progress of the research project</p>
<p>Continuous progress reports and activity logs</p>
<p>20-30%</p>
K1, K2, K3, S1, S2, S3, A1
3
<p>Demonstrable progress of a written dissertation or other modes of written work including a review of the latest developments in the field, the methodology and results of the project</p>
<p>Report</p>
<p>50-70%</p>
K1, K2, K3, S1, S2, S3, S4, A1, A2
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<p>Completing specific hours of equivalent professional development relevant to specialised fields of engineering in the form of participating in industry presentations, professional guest lectures, etc.</p>
<p>Participation in the required professional development activities and producing a report.</p>
<p>Hurdle</p>
K3, K4, S3
Supplementary assessment available:
Yes
Supplementary assessment information:
<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Engineering
Study level:
Postgraduate - Coursework
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
039999 - Engineering and Related Technologies, n.e.c.
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 1</strong><p>Ballarat - Mt Helen (On Campus)</p><p>On-line Learning</p></p> <p><strong>Semester 2</strong><p>Ballarat - Mt Helen (On Campus)</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/engrg9004">View unit fees</a>
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