Advanced Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:

• Analyse and define the Mechanical engineering problem and criteria for an acceptable solution.
• Identify and use relevant information and Mechanical engineering knowledge and skills to solve the problem.
• Consider and formulate various approaches based on Mechanical Engineering for workable solutions.
• Model and analyse Mechanical engineering solutions.
• Evaluate and select the best solution.
• Formulate and present the solution appropriately.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:

• Utilize a mix of knowledge in mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, natural science, and engineering science to solve Mechanical Engineering problems.
• Apply Mechanical Engineering theories, principles, and laws to problem-solving.
• Use simulation software (i.e CFD) for fluids mechanics problems.
• Communicate Mechanical Engineering concepts effectively.
• Handle uncertainty and risk using probability and statistics.
• Work within the boundaries of Mechanical Engineering.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:

• Formulate the mechanical engineering design problem to meet user needs, standards, and legislation.
• Plan and manage the design process, focusing on important issues and constraints.
• Acquire and evaluate mechanical engineering knowledge and resources for a workable solution.
• Perform design tasks, analysis, and optimization.
• Evaluate alternatives based on techno-economic analysis.
• Assess the social, economic, and environmental impact of the design.
• Communicate the design in a technical report.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:

• Plan, design, and conduct investigations and experiments on Mechanical engineering systems.
• Evaluate relevant literature and materials for investigations.
• Perform necessary analysis.
• Use appropriate equipment or software.
• Interpret information from Mechanical engineering systems.
• Record the investigation in a technical report.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5:

• Select and assess appropriate mechanical engineering systems and software.
• Apply systems correctly to achieve the required result.
• Test and assess results critically.
• Use computer applications as required.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6:

• Present project outcomes as a technical report and orally.
• Use appropriate communication methods for the audience.
• Enhance communication with effective graphics and visual materials.
• Provide information to others involved in the activity fluently and clearly.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 7:

• Analyse the impact of Mechanical Engineering technology on society, health, safety, and the environment.
• Consider personal, social, economic, and cultural values affected by the activity.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 8:

• Explain principles of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling.
• Work effectively in individual and team activities.
• Organize and manage projects.
• Communicate effectively in individual or team contexts.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 9:

• Manage learning tasks autonomously and ethically.
• Reflect on learning and determine personal learning strategies.
• Source, organize, and evaluate relevant information.
• Apply knowledge acquired outside of formal instruction.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 10:

• Describe ethical dilemmas and implications.
• Apply ethical reasoning to evaluate solutions.
• Maintain professional competence and responsibility for actions.

Integrated Assessment:

• Utilizes a variety of teaching and learning methods for active engagement.
• Includes formative and summative assessment methods.
• Promotes constructive alignment, student-centered learning, and feedback.
• Ensures fair, reliable, and valid assessment practices.
• Formative assessment tasks include problem-solving, assignments, case studies, discussions, etc.
• Summative assessment evaluates student attainment against learning outcomes.
• Integrated assessment contributes to holistic student development through projects, portfolios, and oral presentations.