Bachelor of Engineering Technology Honours in Mechanical Engineering
Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology - Engineering and Related Design
Purpose and Rationale
Bachelor of Engineering Technology Honours in Mechanical Engineering (BEng Tech Hons (Mechanical))
Purpose:
- Provide learners with knowledge in specialised engineering fields, emphasizing mechanical engineering principles and applications.
- Equip learners with in-depth knowledge in a particular field or discipline and the ability to apply their skills in career contexts.
- Prepare learners for specialized learning and demand theoretical engagement and intellectual independence.
- Consolidate expertise in a specific discipline, develop research capacity, and deepen knowledge in fundamental and specialized engineering.
- Prepare learners for niche roles in the labor market and further learning towards becoming competent Professional Engineers.
- Develop skills to manage and supervise engineering operations, construction, and activities.
- Apply complex mathematical and scientific principles to design, development, and operational evaluation of physical systems used in manufacturing.
- Provide leadership in technology application and operations, solving complex mechanical engineering problems responsibly.
Rationale:
- A Postgraduate qualification preparing learners for industry and research, following Bachelor's Degree or relevant Level 7 qualification.
- Forms part of qualifications meeting educational requirements for registration as a learner engineer.
- Enhances research and development application, meeting the entry requirement for a Master's Degree.
- Allows graduates to register as Professional Engineers with ECSA.
- Benefits the economy by addressing training needs, facilitating academic progress for Advanced Diploma in Mechanical Engineering learners.
- Enables progression to NQF Level 9 Masters qualifications.
- Provides the educational base for registration as a Learner and Professional Engineer with ECSA.
- Demonstrates competence in all Exit Level Outcomes for engineering learners.
This qualification is essential for aspiring mechanical engineers looking to excel in their careers and contribute to national development.
Outcomes
- Identify, formulate, analyse and solve complex engineering problems creatively and innovatively.
- Apply knowledge of mathematics, natural science and engineering sciences to the conceptualisation of engineering models and to solve complex engineering problems.
- Perform creative, procedural and non-procedural design and synthesis of components, systems, engineering works, products or processes of a complex nature.
- Conduct investigations of complex engineering problems including engagement with the research literature and use of research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data and synthesis of the information to provide valid conclusions.
- Use appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering tools, including information technology, prediction and modelling, for the solution of complex engineering problems, with an understanding of the limitations, restrictions, premises, assumptions and constraints.
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with engineering audiences and the community at large.
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the impact of engineering activities society, economy, industrial and physical environment.
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of engineering management principles.
- Engage in independent and life-long learning through well-developed learning skills.
- Comprehend and apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics, responsibilities and norms of engineering practice.
Assessment Criteria
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
- Analyse, define, and identify problems for acceptable solutions.
- Identify relevant information and engineering knowledge and skills for problem-solving.
- Generate possible approaches for workable solutions.
- Model and analyse possible solutions.
- Evaluate and select the best solution.
- 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.
- Utilize theories, principles, and laws.
- Perform formal analysis and modelling.
- Communicate concepts and ideas effectively.
- Handle uncertainty and risk.
- Work within the boundaries of the practice area.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:
- Formulate design problems to meet user needs, standards, codes, and legislation.
- Plan and manage the design process effectively.
- Provide knowledge, principles, and tools for solutions.
- Perform design tasks, analysis, and modelling.
- Evaluate alternatives and select a preferred solution based on techno-economic analysis.
- Assess design impacts in various areas.
- Communicate design logic in technical reports.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:
- Plan and conduct investigations and experiments.
- Evaluate literature critically for investigation suitability.
- Analyse data and derive information.
- Conclude investigations in technical reports.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5:
- Assess methods, skills, or tools for applicability and limitations.
- Apply methods correctly.
- Test and assess results.
- Use computer applications as required.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6:
- Ensure appropriate structure, style, and language in communication.
- Use effective graphics and visual materials.
- Provide information using accepted methods.
- Deliver fluent oral communication.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 7:
- Explain technology's impact on society, 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.
- Demonstrate effective individual and team work.
- 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 formal instruction.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 10:
- Apply ethical reasoning.
- Maintain continued competence.
- Understand and engage in continuing professional development.
- Accept responsibility for consequences and justify decisions.
Integrated Assessment:
- Ensure effective integrated assessment strategies.
- Address summative assessment of exit level outcomes.
- Use evidence from major work or multiple instances of limited scale work.
Formative Assessment:
- Integrate learning and assessment continuously.
- Include assignments, progress reports, and competency assessments.
- Focus on small sections of work.
Summative Assessment:
- Conduct examinations or portfolio assessments.
- Evaluate the ability to manage and integrate knowledge.
- Comprise 80% of the final mark.
Qualification Details
- Type
- Honours Degree
- NQF Level
- 08
- Min. Credits
- 120
- SAQA Source
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