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Module Title |
Laboratory & Project Work
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Module Code |
EM106
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School |
School of Electronic Engineering
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Online Module Resources
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Level |
1
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Credit Rating |
10
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Pre-requisite |
None
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Co-requisite |
None
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Module Aims
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Module Co-ordinator(s): Dr Brian Corcoran (Project and Sem 2 Energy Labs)Mr John Whelan (Project)Dr Joseph Stokes, Dr Caitríona Lally (Sem 1 Mechanical Labs)Mr Jim Dowling (Sem 1 and Sem 2 Electronics Labs)Prof Saleem Hashmi (Sem 2 Mechanical Labs)Module Aims:The aim of this module is to:-Gather a students laboratory years work into a portfolio for assessment -Design, fabricate, build and test a robotic system to achieve a given aim -Develop skills in metal fabrication and assembly, and electronic component assembly and testing -Use computer applications for creation of engineering assembly drawings and reports. -Experience working as a member of a team in conjunction with an assigned mentor -Plan a project in relation to time management -Communicate results to a professional and non-professional audience.
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Learning Outcomes
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On completion of this module, the student will be able to-Solve a practical engineering problem using basic scientific knowledge -Use computer packages to write technical reports, create spreadsheets, make presentations and publish Web pages (PO1, PO2, PO3, PO5, PO6) -Use computer aided design (CAD) applications to create engineering drawings. -Use IT skills and software for learning, sourcing and presentation of material. -Demonstrate ability to plan and complete a project on time.-Demonstrate ability to work effectively within a team to achieve a desired objective -Construct and test simple electrical and electronic circuits in the laboratory (PO1, PO2, PO5) -Explore and verify through experimentation the fundamental principles of electrical circuits (PO1, PO2, PO5) -Present experimental procedures, results, observations and conclusions in a clear and concise manner (PO6) -Determine experimentally the characteristics and parameters of basic electrical devices and semiconductor circuits including resistor circuits, diodes circuits, transistor circuits and common emitter amplifiers. (PO1, PO5) -Test and analyse tensile stressesand strains, hardness and impact results (PO1, PO2) -Explain the selection criteria for engineering materials (PO1, PO2)-Analyse and explain forces, couples, moments, vectors and weight using experimental techniques (PO1, PO2) -Explain the concept of static friction and calculate the coefficient of friction for various materials (PO1, PO2, PO3) -Explore and verify through experimentation the fundamental principles of Engineering Mechanics and present experimental procedures, results, observations and conclusions in a clear and concise manner (PO1, PO2, PO5, PO6)
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Indicative Time Allowances
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Hours
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Lectures |
24
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Tutorials |
0
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Laboratories |
72
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Seminars |
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Independent Learning Time |
54
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Total |
150
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Placements |
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Assignments |
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NOTE
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Assume that a 10 credit module load represents approximately 150 hours' work, which includes all teaching, in-course assignments, laboratory work or other specialised training and an estimated private learning time associated with the module.
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Indicative Syllabus
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Indicative Syllabus/Module Content:Half of this module comprises the completion of lab exercises associated with the content of Modules EM101 and EM102. These lab exercises are generally in the areas of applied mechanics, basic analogue and digital electronics and energy science.Mechanical and electronic workshop practice and safety.Project planning (time management and resource utilisation)Computer Aided Design SolderingPrinted Circuit Board assembly, soldering and testing.Technical Report writing (using MS Word)Creating and delivering presentations (using MS PowerPoint)Authoring and publishing Web pages (using MS FrontPage).
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| Assessment | | Continuous Assessment | 100% | Examination Weight | 0% |
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Indicative Reading List
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Recommended & Reference Texts:Essential:1. Calister, WD, Materials Science & Engineering, 3rd Edition, John Wiley & Sons, 1994. . 2. Meriam, J.L. and Kraige, L.G., Engineering Mechanics, Vols. 1, 3rd Ed. 1993, J. Wiley and Sons.Supplementary:1. Ashby, M.F. and Jones, D.R.H., (1986) Engineering Materials 1 & 2, Pergamon Press
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Contribution to Programme:
The module’s contribution to the IEI Programme Areas and Programme Outcomes is characterised according to a five point scale where 4 indicates a very strong contribution and 0 indicates no significant or intended contribution.
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Science & Mathematics
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Discipline - specific Technology
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Information and Communications Technology
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Design and Development
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Engineering Practice
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Social and Business Context
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3
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3
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4
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2
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3
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1
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Knowledge and Its Application:
The ability to derive and apply solutions from a knowledge of sciences, engineering sciences, technology and mathematics
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Problem Solving:
The ability to identify, formulate, analyse and solve engineering problems;
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Design:
The ability to design a system, component or process to meet specified needs, to design and conduct experiments and to analyse and interpret data;
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Ethics & Responsibility:
An understanding of the need for high ethical standards in the practice of engineering, including the responsibilities of the engineering profession towards people and the environment
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Effective Work and Learning:
The ability to work effectively as an individual, in teams and in multidisciplinary settings together with the capacity to undertake lifelong learning;
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Effective Communication:
The ability to communicate effectively with the engineering community and with society at large
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3
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3
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3
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2
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2
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3
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Teaching & Learning Strategies/Assessment Methodology:
[Something on the Labs]
Teaching will be by lectures and practical hands-on project based workshop sessions.
Assessment will be based on
· Performance of the device
· Design, assembly and manufacture
· Attendance and application
· Written reports
· Poster and oral presentations
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Programme or List of Programmes
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| BME | BEng Manufacturing Engineering &Business |
| CAM | B.Eng. Mechanical & Manufacturing Eng |
| CECE | B.Eng. Common Entry (Electronic Eng) |
| DME | B.Eng. in Digital Media Engineering |
| EE | BEng in Electronic Engineering |
| FEE | Open Opportunities in Engineering Course |
| ICE | BEng Info and Communications Engineering |
| ME | B.Eng. in Mechatronic Engineering |
| MEDM | B.Eng. in Medical Mechanical Engineering |
| MMEN | B.Eng. Common Entry (Mechanical Eng) |
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