This module provides the learner with a complex, experiential, learning environment where they are encouraged to integrate the skills and knowledge they have acquired so far in order to select, design, resource, manufacture, and present a project. This integrated approach to problem solving will give the learner a more in-depth knowledge of a particular aspect of automation engineering. This approach will also provide a greater feel for the issues involved when attempting to solve engineering problems while mindful of health, safety and best practice requirements.
The learner is exposed to a task-oriented work environment where will be expected to address technical and resource-management challenges. The module provides the learner with the experience of taking ‘ownership’ of a project. The project enables the learner to integrate previously gained skills and knowledge in a project. It also develops in the learner the confidence to apply their engineering skills to a complex problem without a fixed solution while acknowledging the requirements of health and safety legislation i.e. E.U. Machinery Directives and CE marking requirements.
Project planning, resource management, problem solving, research skills, component and material specification and procurement, drawing, design skills, workshop skills, presentation skills, report writing. The inclusion of an industry standard control technique in the form of hardware and/or software is a core element of an automation project.
- The learner will meet with their supervisor (an assigned lecturer) on a weekly basis.
- Laboratories and workshops will be available to the learner at various times throughout the week.
- The learner will use VLE as a project resource and as means of communicating with the project staff.
- The project requires the learner to engage in self-directed learning to achieve specific outcomes as negotiated and agreed with their supervisor.
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| Other Assessment(s) | 100 |