CECS Professional Skills Mapping

ENGN3230 — Engineering Innovation

Note: information provided here is indicative only. For full and current course information view the official page on P&C.

code:	ENGN3230
name:	Engineering Innovation
unit value:	6
description:	This course will present innovation in the engineering context and use case studies sourced from industry for analysis and discussion. Students will develop an understanding of innovation processes and management within an engineering organizational environment. The organizational structure and the roles of science and technology in promoting an innovative environment, together with the associated risks and uncertainties, will be covered. The value, protection and management of Intellectual Property (IP) both in an organizational and legal context will also be considered. Students will be introduced to new engineering product development processes. The study of entrepreneurship will include start-up pathways, the establishment of a start-up company establishment and legal obligations. Operational and finance plans in support of engineering start-up companies will also be considered.
P&C:	https://programsandcourses.anu.edu.au/course/ENGN3230
course learning outcomes:	Identify, evaluate and generate innovative concepts to real-world engineering problems in a business and innovation environment Evaluate, exploit and manage Intellectual Property and other entrepreneurial opportunities in a technology context Understand decision-making responsibilities at the interface between business and innovation to improve project outcomes Manage, plan and take leadership roles in innovation and commercialisation projects in accordance with best practice Apply technical knowledge to entrepreneurial and start-up company opportunities to a competitive funding environment Leverage the dynamics of collaborative teams to solve and communicate complex problems within given deadlines
assessment:	Individual Continual Assessment (10%) Individual Presentation (15%) Group Continual Assessment (5%) Group Final Presentation (15%) Group Final Report (55%)

Mapped learning outcomes

learning outcome	1. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL BASE						2. ENGINEERING APPLICATION ABILITY				3. PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES						assessment tasks
learning outcome	1.1	1.2	1.3	1.4	1.5	1.6	2.1	2.2	2.3	2.4	3.1	3.2	3.3	3.4	3.5	3.6	1	2	3	4	5
Identify, evaluate and generate innovative concepts to real-world engineering problems in a business and innovation environment				✓				✓	✓				✓	✓			✓			✓	✓
Evaluate, exploit and manage Intellectual Property and other entrepreneurial opportunities in a technology context	✓		✓	✓	✓		✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓			✓			✓	✓
Understand decision-making responsibilities at the interface between business and innovation to improve project outcomes				✓						✓			✓	✓				✓	✓		✓
Manage, plan and take leadership roles in innovation and commercialisation projects in accordance with best practice	✓	✓						✓			✓		✓					✓	✓		✓
Apply technical knowledge to entrepreneurial and start-up company opportunities to a competitive funding environment					✓		✓		✓	✓		✓	✓						✓	✓	✓
Leverage the dynamics of collaborative teams to solve and communicate complex problems within given deadlines					✓	✓			✓	✓	✓		✓		✓	✓			✓		✓

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
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
2. ENGINEERING APPLICATION ABILITY
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
3. PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
3.5
3.6

Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competency Standard — summary

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

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