University of Johannesburg

Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Physical Planning and Construction - Electrical Infrastructure Construction

Purpose and Rationale

Qualification Purpose and Rationale

Purpose:

The aim of the qualification is to develop an engineering intellectual who can identify, assess and formulate the engineering needs of the society at large and research and solve the identified engineering problems creatively and innovatively, by applying scientific, mathematical, engineering, economic and other relevant principles and methods.

Rationale:

The qualification prepares learners for an engineering science, design and project-based career through the fundamental understanding, use and appropriate application of engineering methods, skills, tools, and information technology. The qualification also provides a platform for lifelong learning.

Outcomes

  1. Identify, formulate, analyse and solve complex electrical and electronic engineering problems creatively and innovatively.
  2. Apply knowledge of mathematics, natural sciences, engineering fundamentals and electrical and electronic engineering to solve complex engineering problem. 3.Perform creative, procedural and non-procedural design and synthesis of components, systems, engineering works, products or processes.
  3. Demonstrate competence to design and conduct investigations and experiments.
  4. Demonstrate competence to use appropriate engineering methods, skills and tools, including those based on information technology.
  5. Demonstrate competence to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, with engineering audiences and the community at large.
  6. Demonstrate critical awareness of the impact of engineering activity on the social, industrial and physical environment.
  7. Demonstrate competence to work effectively as an individual, in teams and in multidisciplinary environments.
  8. Demonstrate competence to engage in independent learning through well-developed learning skills.
  9. Demonstrate critical awareness of the need to act professionally and ethically and to exercise judgment and take responsibility within own limits.

Assessment Criteria

The following Associated Assessment Criteria will be assessed in an integrated manner across Exit Level Outcomes:

  1. Identify, assess, formulate, interpret, analyse and solve engineering problems effectively and innovatively by applying knowledge of Mathematics, basic science and engineering sciences from first principles.
  2. Plan and manage small engineering projects so that an underlying fundamental knowledge, understanding and insight into the principles, methodologies and concepts that constitute socially responsible (to local and other communities) engineering practice are demonstrated.
  3. Participation as a member of a research team, group, organisation, and community or in multi-disciplinary projects results in leadership and the performance of critical functions.
  4. Organise and manage activities responsibly, effectively, professionally and ethically; responsibility is taken within his/her own limits of competence and judgment is exercised in commensuration with knowledge and expertise.
  5. Plan and conduct advanced investigations, research and/or experiments effectively by applying appropriate theories and methodologies and suitable data analysis and interpretation are performed.
  6. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing, with engineering audiences and the community at large, using appropriate structure, style and graphical support.
  7. Use and assess appropriate engineering methods, skills, tools, technology and information technology effectively in engineering practice and an understanding and a willingness to accept responsibility for the impact that engineering activities have on society and the environment.
  8. Perform procedural and non-procedural design and synthesis of components, systems, works, products of processes as a set of related systems and their social, legal, health, safety and environmental impacts and benefits field assessed.
  9. Demonstrate various learning strategies and skills employed to master module outcomes required in fundamental Mathematics, engineering sciences, engineering design research and aspects of management in preparation to engage in lifelong learning to keep abreast of knowledge and skills required in the engineering field.
  10. Practice responsible citizenship in terms of the local, national and global communities by acting professionally and ethically.
  11. Show where applicable across a range of social context, the cultural and aesthetic sensitivity are in the execution of engineering activities.
  12. Explored where applicable, education and Career opportunities are.
  13. Organise and develop entrepreneurial opportunities through engineering problem solving, technical research and managerial skills.

Integrated Assessment: The qualification is coherently aligned in that all teaching, learning and assessment activities are linked to module and qualification outcomes. Assessment methods are varied and include summative and formative assessment to enhance applied competence from learners and facilitate authentic assessment and learning. Assessment will not only be used to determine whether outcomes were achieved, but also to generate data for grading and provide feedback in order to improve the curriculum. For all assessment purposes to be achieved, tests, examinations, written and oral reports, laboratory demonstrations will be used.

Qualification Details

Type
National First Degree(Min 480)
NQF Level
08
Min. Credits
480
SAQA Source
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University of Johannesburg
Description
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a public university located in Johannesburg, South Africa. It was established in 2005 through the merger of the Rand Afrikaans University, Technikon Witwatersrand, and the Soweto and East Rand campuses of Vista University. UJ is one of the largest universities in South Africa, with over 50,000 students enrolled across its four campuses. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in various fields, including arts, humanities, sciences, engineering, business, and health sciences. UJ is known for its commitment to providing quality education, promoting social justice, and fostering innovation and entrepreneurship.

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