Modules

Core Module Information
Module title: Management for Engineers 1
SCQF level: 08:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: MEC08105
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:

In this module you will learn about engineering business environments: considering the complex nature of business environments and the major influencing factors for engineering organisations. Characteristics of different types of companies and management structures and styles. Management hierarchies. Functional Areas: through the use of design through to manufacture case study the students will consider the characteristics of functional areas within an engineering organisation and their interrelationship will be explained. The role of management information systems and business communication methods. Project Management: project definition, project planning, monitoring and controlling, introduction to network diagrams and Gantt chart, introduction to the use of MS Project.Team working: Consideration of team working and its use in engineering projects, consideration of main theories on motivation and managing teams.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Describe the complex nature of business environments and the major influencing factors for engineering organisation. (M5, M8, M11, M13, M14 & M15)

LO2: Describe the different types of management: theories, systems and styles (M5,M13, M14 & M15)

LO3: Compare and contrast the different functional areas (e.g. HR, production, procurement) operating in an engineering organisations. Students are expected to understand the information and data systems that support each of these functions.(M5 & M15)

LO4: Apply project management skills, competence and understanding in the use of engineering project management tools (M5, M8, M13, M15 & M16)

LO5: Participate in group/team working while using appropriate (a) motivational theories and (b) business communication methods. (M5 & M16)
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2025/6, Trimester 1, In Person,
VIEW FULL DETAILS
Occurrence: 002
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: MERCHISTON
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 Lecture 20 An introduction to the module with elements of Q&A and class discussion. One lecture will be delivered by an industry expert to provide knowledge on business planning.
Face To Face Tutorial 20 Tutorial sessions : discussions, Q&A, reviewing weekly tutorial questions that have been set.
Face To Face Practical classes and workshops 6 Practical classes and workshops using software such as Excel and MS Project.
Online GROUPIND_STUDY 32 In your group you will work together on the submission for the final assessment poster and oral presentation. You are expected to meet weekly outside of class.
Online Guided independent study 122 A learning approach where students take responsibility for their own learning process, with support and direction from academics through tutorials and research assessments. This method combines the independence of self-directed study with the guidance of a structured framework provided by academic staff.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Poster 30 1~2~3~4~5 Week 8 , WORDS= 1000 words Students are expected to produce a hard copy A2 sized poster which presents information about the company the group has chosen to study. For example, history, production methods, PEST analysis, structure, company type.(M5, M8, M11, M13, M14, M15 & M16)
Class Test 40 1~2~3~4 Week 13 HOURS= 2 hours A Class Test paper is provided with 4 questions to be attempted from a choice of six. Questions come from any module topic and may be: descriptive, calculation based, project management diagram based. (M5,M8,M11,M13,M14,M15, & M16))
Oral Presentation 10 1~3~5 Week 10 HOURS= 30 minutes Oral Presentation (e.g. Powerpoint) from the group detailing product(s) that are manufactured by the company they are studying. Issues include: production, quality systems, innovation, research, product development. (M5, M8, M11, M13, M14, M15 & M16)
Report 10 2~5 Week 11 , WORDS= 2 pages Each student has to prepare a report on how they approached and contributed to the groupwork assessments (poster & presentation). (M5,M13,M14,M15 & M16)
Discussion/Participation 10 1~2~3~4 Week 12 HOURS= 1 hour Each student's performance and contribution during the module is assessed. For example, tutorials completed, attendance, role in groupwork.(M5,M8,M11,M13,M14 & M15)
Component 1 subtotal: 100
Component 2 subtotal: 0
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
mec08105ManagementforEngineers
 

Related information