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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, scientific and graphical communication. It provides training and guidance in the presentation of engineering calculations, undertaking engineering drawings and using software to undertake calculations (Python). The module introduces students to the technical libraries and information databases relating to occupational health, safety, environmental information and technical specification documents. At the end of this module students will be familiar with the technology and software available to them to effectively communication as they progress through their studies in civil engineering. The students are required to complete technical drawing assessments concerning (i) orthographical projection, (ii) perspective drawings, (iii) drawing of buildings and (iii) a report containing structural design calculations.
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 as a professional civil engineer.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2025/6, Trimester 2, In Person,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: MERCHISTON
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Mark Taylor
Module Organiser:


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 54 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.
Online Guided independent study 100 Students are required to read information provided on Moodle and work through tutorial examples provided by the teaching staff.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Portfolio 50 1~2~3~5 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.
Report 50 4 Week 12 , WORDS= 2000 words The students are required to complete technical drawing assessments concerning (i) orthographical projection, (ii) perspective drawings, (iii) drawing of buildings and (iii) a report containing structural design calculations.
Component 1 subtotal: 50
Component 2 subtotal: 50
Module subtotal: 100

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

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