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CECS Professional Skills Mapping

ENGN2706 — Research Methods

code: ENGN2706
name: Research Methods
unit value: 6
description: This is an introductory course that all BE (R&D) students are required to complete. The course introduces students to the fundamentals of research methodology, and provides the opportunity for students to conduct their own research project under the close supervision of an academic staff within the Research School of Electrical, Energy and Materials Engineering. This course also develops students’ abilities in critical analysis, reflection and problem solving, as well as in presenting their research through written technical reports and oral presentations.
P&C: https://programsandcourses.anu.edu.au/course/ENGN2706
course learning outcomes:
  1. Be able to undertake and manage a research project of significant size and scope
  2. Use an active, independent approach to learning and to undertake reflective professional practice
  3. Have the ability to communicate effectively in relation to an engineering project in oral, written and visual forms
  4. Understand key issues related to etchical conduct in research
  5. Be able to understand and critically evaluate current technologies and literature
assessment:
  1. Ethics assignment (15%)
  2. Reflection portfolio (10%)
  3. Literature review (15%)
  4. Project seminar (20%)
  5. Project report (40%)

Mapped learning outcomes

learning outcome1. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL BASE2. ENGINEERING APPLICATION ABILITY3. PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTESassessment tasks
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  1. Be able to undertake and manage a research project of significant size and scope
✓✓✓✓✓✓✓✓✓✓
  1. Use an active, independent approach to learning and to undertake reflective professional practice
✓✓✓✓
  1. Have the ability to communicate effectively in relation to an engineering project in oral, written and visual forms
✓✓✓✓
  1. Understand key issues related to etchical conduct in research
✓✓
  1. Be able to understand and critically evaluate current technologies and literature
✓✓✓✓

Course contribution towards the Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competency Standard

This table depicts the relative contribution of this course towards the Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competency Standard. Note that this illustration is indicative only, and may not take into account any recent changes to the course. You are advised to review the official course page on P&C for current information..

1. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL BASE
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1.4
 
1.5
 
1.6
 
2. ENGINEERING APPLICATION ABILITY
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3. PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
3.1
 
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3.6

Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competency Standard — summary

1. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL BASE
✓1.1Comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline.
✓1.2Conceptual understanding of the, mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline.
✓1.3In depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline.
✓1.4Discernment of knowledge development and research directions within the engineering discipline.
✓1.5Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline.
✓1.6Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the engineering discipline.
2. ENGINEERING APPLICATION ABILITY
✓2.1Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving.
✓2.2Fluent application of engineering techniques, tools and resources.
✓2.3Application of systematic engineering synthesis and design processes.
✓2.4Application of systematic approaches to the conduct and management of engineering projects.
3. PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
✓3.1Ethical conduct and professional accountability.
✓3.2Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.
✓3.3Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.
✓3.4Professional use and management of information.
✓3.5Orderly management of self, and professional conduct.
3.6Effective team membership and team leadership.

Updated:  18 February 2021/ Responsible Officer:  Dean, CECS/ Page Contact:  CECS Academic Education Services