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Core Module Information
Module title: Engineering Practice
SCQF level: 07:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: MEC07908
Module leader: Alastair Stupart
School School of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment
Subject area group: Engineering and Mathematics
Prerequisites

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

The aims of this module are to introduce students [1] to hands-on workshop practice including the use of machine tools, joining methods and the use of metrology equipment in the assessment of manufactured products. [2] To engineering practice in industrial situations through a series of visits to local companies [3] Hands-on manufacture workshop tools (e.g. welding, soldering, lathes, milling machines and drilling ). This module is intended to increase your knowledge and understanding of professional engineering practice. It will provide a sound basis to enable you to work competently, collaboratively, safely and effectively within a workshop environment and in the wider context of a typical commercial enterprise.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Demonstrate knowledge of the operating principles of machining processes and machine tools.

LO2: Understand the basic health and safety requirements for engineering processes.

LO3: Carry out basic workshop operations.

LO4: Discuss the role of the engineer in a variety of organisations, including engineering ethics and security matters.
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: EGYPT
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Alastair Stupart
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Practical classes and workshops 28 Practical classes and workshops where students undertake supervised individual work in : milling, turning, welding & soldering. H&S guidance is given. Students record findings in a logbook
Face To Face External visits 6 External visits to (1) Edinburgh College engineering facilities and (2) local engineering company. Together with tour of Napier labs, these provide insight into engineering testing and industry.
Online Guided independent study 160 Overseen by the ML, students undertake independent study guided by technician staff looking at use & principles of machinery, together with H&S (LO1,2 &3). The logbook is the guidance documents. The ML guides study towards LO4 helped by the Guest Lecturer, contacts in the university (e.g. Student Futures) and industry contacts.
Face To Face Lecture 6 Introduction to the module and the topics involved : practical workshop activities, ethics, data security, logbook use, engineering career. Complimented by a Guest Lecture from industry.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Practical Skills Assessment 60 1~2~3 Week 13 HOURS= 1000 words Conduct practical and workshop activities [M12]; recording the processes [M18] and health and safety aspects. Include description of the process and the limitations of the manufacturing method [M13]. Practical Skills Assessment via submission of a logbook.
Report 20 4 Week 12 , WORDS= 1500 words Students to explore the Eng Council competencies and map their current position as a jr engineer [M18] Together with a forward look at how to progress their skills, expertise and career.
Class Test 20 2~4 Week 10 HOURS= 30minutes Class test to include security risks [M10], engineering ethics and the importance of health and safety in engineering environments.
Component 1 subtotal: 60
Component 2 subtotal: 40
Module subtotal: 100

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