Tshwane University of Technology

Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Electrical Engineering

Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology - Engineering and Related Design

Purpose and Rationale

Purpose:

This Degree is designed to develop the necessary knowledge, understanding, abilities and skills required to become a competent Engineering Technologist who can solve broadly-defined problems. The particular engineering learner completing this qualification in electrical engineering will be competent and able to demonstrate the following learning outcomes:

  1. Apply engineering principles to systematically diagnose and solve broadly-defined engineering problems.
  2. Apply knowledge of mathematics, basic science and engineering sciences to wide practical procedures and practices to solve broadly-defined engineering problems.
  3. Perform procedural design of broadly-defined components or processes to meet desired needs within applicable standards, codes of practice and legislation.
  4. Apply scientific and engineering knowledge.
  5. Conduct tests, experiments and measurements of broadly-defined problems by applying relevant codes and catalogues.
  6. Use appropriate established techniques, resources, and modern engineering tools including information technology for the solution of broadly-defined engineering problems, with an awareness of the limitations, restrictions, premises, assumptions and constraints.
  7. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with engineering audiences.
  8. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the impact of engineering activity on the society, economy, industrial and physical environment, and address issues by defined procedures.
  9. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of engineering management principles and apply these to one's own work, as a member and leader in a technical team.
  10. Engage in independent and life-long learning through broadly developed learning skills.
  11. Understand and commit to professional ethics, responsibilities and norms of engineering technical practice.

Rationale:

The mission of the Department of Electrical Engineering complies with the mission of the institution which is to contribute innovatively to the social-economic development of South Africa by providing career-focused qualifications producing well rounded graduates, answering to:

  • The Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA).
  • Related electrical engineering needs of the community.
  • The changing environment and the labour market.

The qualification's goals and objectives are compatible with the general and specific objectives of engineering education, and are in keeping with the scope of practice of an electrical engineering technologist, as defined by the Engineering Council of South African (ECSA). The Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Electrical Engineering, offered at this institution, is a qualification designed to meet the NQF Level 7 competencies and ECSA professional requirements for an Engineering Technologist.

The qualification is part of the approved institution's Programme and Qualification Mix (PQM). These standards were published for public comments in Government Gazette no 35131 on 9 March 2012. The fundamental focus of the Degree is to train electrical engineering technologists that can be functionally applied in various occupations to address the advance technical workforce needs of the country. The core of the qualification is the integration of theory and practice (practical skills and attributes) spread over the duration of three years to ensure a balanced, highly skilled technologist in the electrical engineering environment.

This qualification provides:

  • Preparation for careers in engineering and areas that potentially benefit from engineering skills, for achieving technical proficiency and to make a contribution to the economy and national development.
  • The educational base that may be required for future registration in a specified category at Level 7 with ECSA.
  • Entry to qualifications such as the Honours, Masters and Doctoral studies.

Engineering learners completing this qualification will demonstrate competence in all the Exit Level Outcomes contained in this standard. The Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Electrical Engineering qualification includes a fundamental commitment to the preparation of its learners as engineering technologists in the various fields of electrical engineering so that it will meet the generic standard for an engineering technologist.

Outcomes

  1. Apply engineering principles to systematically diagnose and solve broadly-defined engineering problems.
  2. Apply knowledge of mathematics, natural science and engineering sciences to defined and applied engineering procedures, processes, systems and methodologies to solve broadly-defined engineering problems.
  3. Perform procedural and non-procedural design of broadly defined components, systems, works, products or processes to meet desired needs normally within applicable standards, codes of practice and legislation.
  4. Conduct investigations of broadly-defined problems through locating, searching and selecting relevant data from codes, data bases and literature, designing and conducting experiments, analysing and interpreting results to provide valid conclusions.
  5. Use appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering tools, including information technology, prediction and modelling, for the solution of broadly-defined engineering problems, with an understanding of the limitations, restrictions, premises, assumptions and constraints.
  6. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with engineering audiences and the affected parties.
  7. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the impact of engineering activity on the society, economy, industrial and physical environment, and address issues by analysis and evaluation.
  8. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of engineering management principles and apply these to one's own work, as a member and leader in a team and to manage projects.
  9. Engage in independent and life-long learning through well-developed learning skills.
  10. Comprehend and apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics, responsibilities and norms of engineering technology practice.

Assessment Criteria

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:

  • Analyse and define the problem and identify criteria for an acceptable solution.
  • Identify relevant information and engineering knowledge and skills for solving the problem.
  • Generate and formulate possible approaches that would lead to a workable solution for the problem.
  • Model and analyse possible solutions.
  • Evaluate possible solutions and select the best solution.
  • Formulate and present the solution in an appropriate form.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:

  • Bring an appropriate mix of knowledge of mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, natural science and engineering science at a fundamental level and in a specialist area on the solution of broadly-defined engineering problems.
  • Use theories, principles and laws.
  • Perform formal analysis and modelling on engineering materials, components, systems or processes.
  • Communicate concepts, ideas and theories.
  • Perform reasoning about and conceptualising engineering materials, components, systems or processes.
  • Handle uncertainty and risk.
  • Perform work within the boundaries of the practice area.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:

  • Formulate the design problem to satisfy user needs, applicable standards, codes of practice and legislation.
  • Plan and manage the design process to focus on important issues and recognises and deals with constraints.
  • Acquire and evaluate knowledge, information and resources in order to apply appropriate principles and design tools to provide a workable solution.
  • Perform design tasks including analysis, quantitative modelling and optimisation of the product, system or process subject to the relevant premises, assumptions, constraints and restrictions.
  • Evaluate alternatives for implementation and select a preferred solution based on techno-economic analysis and judgement.
  • Assess the selected design in terms of the social, economic, legal, health, safety, and environmental impact and benefits.
  • Communicate the design logic and relevant information in a technical report.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:

  • Plan and conduct investigations and experiments within an appropriate discipline.
  • Search available literature and critically evaluate material for suitability to the investigation.
  • Perform analysis as necessary to the investigation.
  • Select and use equipment or software as appropriate in the investigations.
  • Analyse, interpret and derive information from available data.
  • Draw conclusions from an analysis of all available evidence.
  • Record the purpose, process and outcomes of the investigation in a technical report.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5:

  • Assess the method, skill or tool for applicability and limitations against the required result.
  • Apply the method, skill or tool correctly to achieve the required result.
  • Test and assess results produced by the method, skill or tool against required results.
  • Create, select and use computer applications as required by the discipline.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6:

  • Use appropriate structure, style and language of written and oral communication appropriately for the purpose of the communication and the target audience.
  • Use graphics appropriately and effectively in enhancing the meaning of text.
  • Use visual materials to enhance oral communications.
  • Use accepted methods for providing information to others involved in the engineering activity.
  • Deliver oral communication fluently with the intended meaning being apparent.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 7:

  • Explain the impact of technology in terms of the benefits and limitations to society.
  • Analyse the engineering activity in terms of the impact on occupational and public health and safety.
  • Analyse the engineering activity in terms of the impact on the physical environment.
  • Take personal, social, economic, cultural values and requirements into consideration for those who are affected by the engineering activity.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 8:

  • Explain the principles of planning, organising, leading and controlling.
  • Carry out individual work effectively, strategically and on time.
  • Demonstrate the ability to contribute to team activities, including at disciplinary boundaries, support the output of the team as a whole.
  • Demonstrate functioning as a team leader.
  • Organise and manage a design or research project.
  • Carry out effective communication in the context of individual and team work.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 9:

  • Manage learning tasks autonomously and ethically, individually and in learning groups.
  • Reflect on learning undertaken and determine own learning requirements and strategies to suit personal learning style and preferences.
  • Source, organise and evaluate relevant information.
  • Comprehend and apply knowledge acquired outside of formal.
  • Challenge assumptions critically and embrace new thinking.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 10:

  • Describe the nature and complexity of ethical dilemmas.
  • Describe the ethical implications of decisions made.
  • Apply ethical reasoning to evaluate engineering solutions.
  • Maintain continued competence through keeping abreast of up-to-date tools and techniques available in the workplace.
  • Understand and embrace the system of continuing professional development as an ongoing process.
  • Accept responsibility for consequences stemming from own actions.
  • Make judgements in decision making during problem solving and design.
  • Limit decision making to the area of current competence.

Qualification Details

Type
National First Degree
NQF Level
07
Min. Credits
360
SAQA Source
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Tshwane University of Technology
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Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) is a higher education institution located in Pretoria, South Africa. It was established in 2004 through the merger of three separate institutions. TUT offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various fields of study, including engineering, business, science, arts, and technology. The university is known for its focus on practical and career-oriented education, providing students with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in their chosen professions. TUT also has a strong emphasis on research and innovation, contributing to the development of new technologies and solutions. With a diverse student body and state-of-the-art facilities, Tshwane University of Technology is committed to providing quality education and making a positive impact on society.

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