Introductory description

Introduction to the module
Getting to know the Engineering Disciplines (Engineering, Civil, Electrical, Electrical and Electronic, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Automotive, Systems). Invited speakers from the Industry will provide insight to each discipline.
Career pathways (preparing for internships and future employment).
Engineering ethics.
Health and Safety.
Professional Commitment and Institutional Membership.
Skills (IT skills; Reading, Note Taking and Research skills; Keeping a logbook and writing a reflective report; Writing and Presentation skills; Study skills; Exam skills; Development and Reflection skills; Sketching skills; Time Management skills).
Diversity and Equality.

The module includes compulsory on-line courses as defined by the Department.

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Module aims

Outline syllabus

This is an indicative module outline only to give an indication of the sort of topics that may be covered. Actual sessions held may differ.

Note: some of the topics below are delivered virtually (by use of VLE) and will be sequenced to match the students’ learning and provide progression throughout the year.

Getting to know the Engineering Disciplines (Engineering, Civil, Electrical, Electrical and Electronic, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Automotive, Systems). Invited speakers from the Industry will provide insight to each discipline.
Career pathways (preparing for internships and future employment).
Engineering ethics.
Health and Safety.
Professional Commitment and Institutional Membership.
Skills (IT skills; Reading, Note Taking and Research skills; Keeping a logbook and writing a reflective report; Writing and Presentation skills; Study skills; Exam skills; Development and Reflection skills; Sketching skills; Time Management skills).
Diversity and Equality.

The module includes compulsory on-line courses as defined by the Department

Learning outcomes

By the end of the module, students should be able to:

• 1. Identify what it means to be an Engineer and being a part of the engineering community through exposure to Engineers coming from the Industry, academics of the Engineering department, recent graduate students, and fellow undergraduate students.
• 2. Understand the focus of each Engineering Discipline and then be able to make an informed choice on a direction of study.
• 3. Understand each of the Engineering Disciplines, the systems approach of the School of Engineering and how each of the Disciplines contribute to multi-disciplinary problems.
• 4. Produce professional, stylish and informative pieces of work which demonstrate their skills, experience and education
• 5. Plan self-learning and improve performance as the foundation for lifelong learning (CPD

Indicative reading list

QAA 2015 Engineering Benchmark Statement ~ what is expected to be delivered and achieved in an engineering degree.
UK-SPEC Published by the Engineering Council UK ~ guidance on what makes a graduate Chartered Engineer.
Joint Board of Moderators Guidance on Graduate Requirements ~ Guidance on how to interpret UK-SPEC for Civil Engineering.
Institution of Mechanical Engineers Guidance on Graduate Requirements ~ Guidance on how to interpret UK-SPEC for IMechE accedited degrees is in Appendix 2.
Institution of Engineering and Technology Guidance on Graduate Requirements ~ Guidance on how to interpret UK-SPEC for IET (formerly IEE) accredited degrees.
Engineering Ethics: Concepts and Cases. 2013. ISBN-13: 978-1133934684.
Ethics in Engineering Practice and Research. 2012. ISBN 13:9781107668478

Subject specific skills

Knowledge and understanding of the need for a high level of professional and ethical conduct in engineering and the use of technical literature, other information sources including appropriate codes of practice and industry standards.
Knowledge of professional codes of conduct, how ethical dilemmas can arise, relevant legal and contractual issues.

Transferable skills

Plan self-learning and improve performance, as the foundation for lifelong learning/CPD
Communicate (written and oral; to technical and non-technical audiences) and work with others
Ability to formulate and operate within appropriate codes of conduct, when faced with an ethical issue