Bachelor of Mine Surveying Honours

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:

• Analyse and define the problem and criteria for an acceptable solution.
• Identify relevant information and engineering knowledge and skills.
• Generate and formulate possible approaches for a workable solution.
• Model and analyse possible solutions.
• Evaluate possible solutions and select the best one.
• Formulate and present the solution appropriately.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:

• Apply knowledge of mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, natural science, and engineering science.
• Use theories, principles, and laws in problem-solving.
• Perform formal analysis and modelling.
• Communicate concepts effectively.
• Reason and conceptualise engineering materials, components, systems, or processes.
• Work within the boundaries of the practice area.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:

• Formulate the design problem to meet user needs, standards, codes, and legislation.
• Plan and manage the design process effectively.
• Acquire and evaluate knowledge and resources for a workable solution.
• Perform design tasks including analysis, modelling, and optimization.
• Evaluate alternatives and select the preferred solution based on techno-economic analysis.
• Assess the design in terms of social, economic, legal, health, safety, and environmental impact.
• Communicate the design logic in a technical report.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:

• Plan and conduct investigations and experiments.
• Search literature and critically evaluate material.
• Perform necessary analysis.
• Select and use appropriate equipment or software.
• Analyse and interpret data.
• Draw conclusions and document the investigation in a technical report.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5:

• Assess the applicability and limitations of methods, skills, or tools.
• Apply methods correctly to achieve the required result.
• Test and assess results against required outcomes.
• Use computer applications as needed.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6:

• Demonstrate appropriate written and oral communication.
• Use graphics effectively to enhance meaning.
• Use visual aids in oral presentations.
• Provide information effectively to others.
• Deliver fluent oral communication.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 7:

• Explain the impact of technology on society.
• Analyse the impact of engineering activities on health, safety, and the environment.
• Consider personal, social, economic, and cultural values in engineering activities.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 8:

• Explain principles of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling.
• Carry out individual and team activities effectively.
• Function as a team leader.
• Organize and manage projects.
• Communicate effectively in individual and team contexts.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 9:

• Manage learning tasks autonomously and ethically.
• Reflect on learning and determine learning requirements.
• Source, organize, and evaluate relevant information.
• Apply knowledge acquired outside formal instructions.
• Challenge assumptions and embrace new thinking.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 10:

• Describe ethical dilemmas and implications in decision making.
• Apply ethical reasoning to evaluate engineering solutions.
• Maintain competence through continuous learning.
• Understand and embrace responsibility for consequences.
• Make accurate judgements and justify decisions.

Integrated Assessment:

• At least one assessment opportunity before the final summative assessment for each module.

Formative Assessment:

• Consists of project reports, case studies, assignments, etc., tailored to each module.

Summative Assessment:

• Intermediate assessments combined with final examination marks based on predetermined weightings for each module.