Recommended Study Sequence

This unit is the first of two mathematics units to be completed by students enrolled in an engineering degree. It covers the following topics: Differential and integral calculus of a single variable, complex numbers, aspects of matrix algebra, bectors and some elementary statistics and probability theory.

This unit serves as an introduction to the fundamentals of physics and materials with appropriate applications in a wide range of engineering and industrial design systems.

Students are introduced to the techniques of data manipulation and presentation using the common functions of a spreadsheet facility. The unit also aims to instil sound principles of program design that can be utilised in many units throughout the student's course. The basic elements and structures of a high level language are taught. Students are exposed to many engineering problems and are encouraged to implement solutions using an algorithmic approach.

This unit aims to engender in participants an understanding of the many facets of professional practice that can be pursued as an Engineer or Designer. Communication, teamwork and problem solving skills will be fostered through a series of lectures, tutorials and laboratory classes. Case studies and assessment tasks aim to develop for the students their own personal ethos for practice, study and lifelong learning in line with the graduate outcomes desired by UWS.

This is a level 100 unit to be undertaken by students enrolled in an Engineering degree. It covers the following topics: Ordinary Differential Equations and Multivariable Calculus.

This unit deals with the action and interaction of forces, moments and couples in two and three dimensions, on machine elements and simple structures. It examines the equilibrium of single bodies, of multi-body structures and of mechanisms. It then covers the dynamics of a particle. A systematic approach to solving practical engineering design problems is provided. The unit makes extensive use of vector algebra.

The objective of this unit is to provide an introduction to fundamental electromagnetism and electric circuit principles. Discussion is restricted to DC, although first-order systems are presented and second order systems introduced in preparation for on-going development. Basic definitions of charge, current, potential difference/relative potential, power, and the electric circuit as a complete path are presented, together with the basic laws - Ohm's Law and Kirchoff's nodal and loop laws. Examples from different engineering disciplines are related to circuit’s laws. Basic nodal and mesh analysis are presented together with Thevenin and Norton circuit equivalents, real versus ideal current and voltage sources and the maximum power transfer principle. The operational amplifier as a circuit element is introduced. Energy storage elements (capacitors and inductors) are discussed leading into first-order systems and their natural responses and time-constants. Several basic electromagnetic concepts related to electric and magnetic flux and induced voltage are also discussed.

This unit equips students with the fundamental skills that will enable them to use creative design and engineering approaches to solve challenging problems and to understand the design process. Students will be exposed to 2D and 3D visualisation techniques, will learn how to interpret abstract information and will work on practical projects in an interdisciplinary context.

This unit looks at how one or more particles move in one, two or three dimensions, and how forces cause these movements. It also looks at how a single rigid body moves in two and in three dimensions, and how forces and couples cause its movement. In addition, the movement of multi-body mechanisms, and gear trains and the geometry of gear teeth and cams are studied.

This unit looks at how and why structural components including bars and beams deform and break. It concentrates on how these are affected by the geometry of the body and loading. Types of loadings considered include normal loads, torsional loads and bending loads. The main objective of the unit is to introduce students to the aspects of stress, strain and internal force development in the components and the methods to determine the deformation and deflections of the components. Energy methods and impact loadings are also considered.

This unit aims to equip students with the tools needed for the design and analysis of electrical and electronic circuits. The unit also introduces various techniques of circuit analysis, convolution, mutual coupling, frequency response and two ports loop.

This unit discusses analysis and practical implementation and testing of analogue electronic circuits. Topics include semiconductor fundamentals, properties and application of diodes and transistors, analysis and design of amplifiers. On completion of this unit, students will develop skills in analysis and design of electronic circuits.

This unit introduces students to the study of specialized, dedicated and embedded control oriented devices through the in depth study of one of the members of the 8051 family of microcontrollers and the Omron programmable logic controller (PLC) and associated pneumatic cylinders as actuators. The unit introduces the hardware and software details needed to apply microcontrollers and PLCs to general situations in computer, electrical and mechanical engineering. Students write assembler code and compose ladder diagrams to achieve control along with the physical interfacing needed to external devices. This unit integrates knowledge, acquired in other units, of physical devices and processes through microcontroller and PLC applications thus enhancing employability.

The aim of this unit is to give a good insight into the common manufacturing processes and automation systems that are available in industry. Also, it is intended that each student acquire confidence in understanding how products are manufactured in practice and how to estimate costs in manufacturing while at the same time, students should gain some practical, hands-on knowledge in modern manufacturing processes such as CNC machining and CAD/CAM systems. Understanding of machining, mental forming processes, extrusion and forging as well as of automation systems and flexible manufacturing is included as objectives of this unit.

This unit provides the essential background to understand the behaviour of engineering systems subject to vibration and analyse hydraulic systems for generation and/or application of fluid power.

This unit introduces basic concepts of power and machines, including an introduction to modern power systems and transformers, and fundamentals of electromechanical energy conversion. It also covers magnetic circuits, modern permanent magnet materials and their characteristics, and balanced and unbalanced three-phase power systems.

This unit provides students with a solid background in digital logic design. Students are introduced to the fundamentals of digital logic with number systems, basic logic devices and Boolean algebra. Analysis and design of combinational and sequential logic circuits is covered in detail. Design with programmable logic devices is introduced.

This unit introduces the fundamental principles of electrical machines: DC generators and motors, induction motors and synchronous machines. The unit also introduces various special purpose electrical machines, such as permanent magnet machines, step motors and reluctance machines.

This unit introduces the fundamental concepts of automatic control engineering. It covers traditional and contemporary design and analysis techniques; the concepts required to design continuous time and discrete time controllers. Matlab is utlilized considerably.

This unit aims to develop students' understanding of the basic concepts involved in robotics. Topics include the kinematics, dynamics, control and sensing aspects of robotics; and the concepts of artificial intelligence (AI) and their applications in robotics. There is considerable use of MATLAB in the unit.

This unit introduces the basic concepts involved in mobile robotics. The areas of localisation, map building and path planning of mobile robots are introduced. Various sensors and their applications in mobile robotics are also introduced.

This unit explores the art of managing physical and human resources and the knowledge to plan, deliver and maintain the physical infrastructure for civilisation in an economically sustainable way.

This unit provides students with the opportunity to tackle challenging engineering problems. They will study advanced topics in selected areas under the supervision of academics. The advanced topics will prepare students for further study and research.

This unit will be offered from 2006. This unit is intended to introduce students to servo-systems in general including pneumatic and hydraulic servo control systems as applicable to manufacturing and process machinery. All aspects of such systems and their integration in automated applications in industry will be discussed including the fluid circuit design, equipment selection and becoming familiar with industry standards. Project based design to be tested in the laboratory under the supervision of technical officers, will form part of the unit to provide practical experience with servo-systems.`

The aim of the unit is to integrate the basic skills of mechanics, mechanical systems and automation in the practice of engineering design as applied to mechatronic devices and systems. The ability to perform detailed design analysis of such machine elements as bearings, brakes, clutches, belt drives and shaft and motor systems is the intended outcome of undertaking this unit and project based tasks will form part of the learning process and team work experience.

This is a "Work Experience in Industry" unit, for which no student contribution or fee is charged. Enrolment in the unit will not consume Student Learning Entitlement (SLE). As a formal requirement of the Institution of Engineers (Australia) and the engineering course, each student must complete 12 weeks of industrial experience in an approved engineering work environment prior to graduation.

This unit provides students with the opportunity to tackle engineering problems that are more challenging than those in Advanced Engineering Topic 1. They will study advanced topics in selected areas under the supervision of academics. The advanced topics will prepare students for further study and research.

This unit provides students with the opportunity to conduct original research on their chosen topics under the supervision of academics. Students are encouraged to disseminate their research results as refereed publications.

This unit provides students with the opportunity to conduct original research on their chosen topics under the supervision of academics. Students are encouraged to disseminate their research results as refereed publications.

This unit will be offered from 2006. This unit is intended to introduce students to servo-systems in general including pneumatic and hydraulic servo control systems as applicable to manufacturing and process machinery. All aspects of such systems and their integration in automated applications in industry will be discussed including the fluid circuit design, equipment selection and becoming familiar with industry standards. Project based design to be tested in the laboratory under the supervision of technical officers, will form part of the unit to provide practical experience with servo-systems.`

The aim of the unit is to integrate the basic skills of mechanics, mechanical systems and automation in the practice of engineering design as applied to mechatronic devices and systems. The ability to perform detailed design analysis of such machine elements as bearings, brakes, clutches, belt drives and shaft and motor systems is the intended outcome of undertaking this unit and project based tasks will form part of the learning process and team work experience.