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Core Module Information
Module title: Engineering Communication
SCQF level: 07:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: CTR07104
Module leader: Mark Taylor
School School of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment
Subject area group: Built Environment
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

This module provides theoretical and technical guidance on the subject of engineering technical and scientific communication. It provides training and guidance in the presentation of engineering calculations, using software to undertake calculations (Python), introduces students the technical libraries and information databases relating to health, safety, environmental information and technical documents. At the end of this module students will be famililar with the technology and software available to them as they progress through their studies in civil engineering.Unit 1: Engineering calculationsUnit 2: Health, safety and the CDM regulationsUnit 3: Technical and scientific writingUnit 4: Hand drawing and sketching (Part 1)Unit 5: Hand drawing and sketching (Part 2)Unit 6: Introduction to Tekla Tedds and Building Information Modelling (BIM)Unit 7: Introduction to MathcadUnit 8: Introduction to Python & Jypyter NotebookUnit 9: Introduction to MatlabUnit 10: Presentation skills
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Gain an appreciation of how to present professional civil engineering calculations.

LO2: Acquire a knowledge of the UK H&S legislation and CDM regulations.

LO3: Develop an awareness of sketching and technical drawing skills.

LO4: Operate various computer software packages for undertaking civil engineering calculations.

LO5: Demonstrate the importance of good written communication and presentation skills as a professional civil engineer.

LO6: Explain how building information modelling is utilized in civil engineering design.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2024/5, Trimester 2, In Person,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: MERCHISTON
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Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Mark Taylor
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Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 20 Lectures are used to deliver the professional principles of engineering communication. Topics include python programming for calculations, technical sketch drawing and developing technical presentation skills.
Face To Face Tutorial 20 Tutorial sessions allow the students to implement the content of the lectures e.g. Python programming application, discussing and debating health and safety regulations and practive, technical sketch drawing and presentation skills.
Face To Face Practical classes and workshops 6 Practical classes and workshops allow the students to implement the skills developed. These include working in the computer rooms, develolping technical drawing skills, using SketchUp/AutoCAD/Jypter Notebook and the application of these practical skills to develop the understanding of the implementation of the theory covered in the complimentary Level 07 modules.
Online GROUPIND_STUDY 154 Students are to research and present selected topics as part of the presentation and communication Unit. They self-select groups and undertake the research and development of the presentations as a combined effort.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Portfolio 30 1~2~3 Week 6 , WORDS= 2 weeks A Python based programming exercise undertaking civil engineering calculations using Python, Jupyter Notebook and Anaconda. You are taught the fundamental aspects of Python code followed up with a coursework exercise that encourages you to take a calculation previously undertaken by hand (in Engineering Principles module) and automate the calculation and presentation of graphical results using Python code.
Class Test 10 3 Week 12 HOURS= 1 hour You are required to provide a series of technical drawings relating to 3D objects provided in class. These technical drawings of the range of 3D GUNT objects will be submitted after a one hour period of technical drawing assessment.
Report 30 4 Week 8 , WORDS= 2000 words You are required to submit a series of sketches and technical drawings as short portfolio. The assessment considers the lessons in civil engineering sketching and technical drawing and assesses your ability to undertake graphical communication to describe/explain engineering concepts.
Oral Presentation 30 5 Week 11 HOURS= 15-20 mins You are required to give an oral presentation on a technical subject related to their ongoing Year 1 studies in civil engineering. These are group presentations delivered to the entire class and your peers are allowed to ask questions and debate technical matters.
Component 1 subtotal: 40
Component 2 subtotal: 60
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
Python for Civil Engineers
 

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