Holistic Engineering Design (MSc)
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| EEEE4143 | Electrical and Electronic Engineering | 4 | 10 | Autumn UK |
- Code
- EEEE4143
- School
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Level
- 4
- Credits
- 10
- Semesters
- Autumn UK
Summary
The Holistic Engineering Design module is vital for future engineers as it equips them with the skills and mindset needed to address the complex and multifaceted challenges of the modern engineering landscape. It encourages students to consider ethical, environmental, and societal aspects of engineering design, making them well-prepared to create sustainable and innovative solutions in their future careers. This course fosters creativity, critical thinking, and effective communication, which are essential skills for successful engineers.
The module is essential for MSc students within the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering and introduces students to the facilities and resources available to them, as well as expectations of them.
Target Students
Students on a Department of Electrical and Electronic MSc Engineering Programme.
Assessment
- 20% Coursework 1: Lab based exercise
- 15% Coursework 2: Poster presentation
- 5% Coursework 3: Poster peer assessment and completion
- 60% Coursework 4: Group proposal presentation
Assessed by end of autumn semester
Educational Aims
The module focuses on developing a holistic approach to designing solutions for complex engineering problems to equip students with the skills necessary to tackle real-world challenges. As new EEE students, the expectations between students and the department are explored.Learning Outcomes
Develop their practical competency and time management skills working in an electronic laboratory/workshop and a clear understanding of the risk assessment process to ensure that all the necessary health and safety protocols are adhered to in preparation for research project work.
Select and critically evaluate relevant literature and other sources of information, and communicate findings effectively demonstrating an awareness of the aspects of diversity, inclusion and cultural sensitivity.
Critically evaluate information delivered to students showing professionalism in engagement through assessing peer work.
Work effectively in a team to develop potential engineering solutions with a holistic approach to a complex real-world problem, taking into account factors such as environmental, societal, legal, ethical, risk, security, quality control and commercial considerations whilst demonstrating awareness of the relevant industry standards and codes of practice.
This module contributes to the delivery of the following Engineering Council AHEP4 learning outcomes:
C4, C5, C7, C8, M8, C9, M9, C10, M10, C11, M11, C12, M12, C14, M14, C15, M15, M16, M17