Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:

• Analyse and define the problem and identify the 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 the solution and present it in an appropriate form.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:

• Apply an appropriate mix of knowledge of Mathematics, Numerical Analysis, Statistics, Natural Science and Engineering Science at a fundamental level and in a specialist area to bring solutions to complex 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 focusing on important issues and dealing with constraints.
• Acquire and evaluate knowledge, information and resources to provide a workable solution.
• Perform design tasks including analysis, quantitative modelling and optimisation.
• Evaluate alternatives based on techno-economic analysis and judgement.
• Assess the selected design in terms of impact and benefits.
• Communicate the design logic 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 evaluate material for suitability.
• Perform analysis as necessary.
• Select and use equipment or software appropriately.
• Analyse, interpret and derive information from data.
• Conclude an analysis of all available evidence.
• Record the investigation in a technical report or research project report.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5:

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

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6:

• Ensure appropriate structure, style, and language in written and oral communication.
• Use graphics to enhance meaning.
• Use visual materials for oral communications.
• Provide information using accepted methods.
• Deliver oral communication fluently.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 7:

• Explain the impact of technology on society.
• Analyse the impact on public and occupational health and safety.
• Analyse the impact on the physical environment.
• Take personal, social, economic, and cultural values into consideration.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 8:

• Explain the principles of planning, organising, leading, and controlling.
• Carry out individual work effectively and strategically.
• Contribute to team activities.
• Demonstrate functioning as a team leader.
• Organise and manage projects.
• Communicate effectively in individual or teamwork.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 9:

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

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 10:

• Describe ethical dilemmas and implications of decisions.
• Apply ethical reasoning to evaluate solutions.
• Maintain competence and embrace continuous development.
• Accept responsibility for consequences.
• Make judgements in decision making.
• Limit decision making to current competence.

Integrated Assessment:

• Modules assessed using formative and summative assessments.
• Utilize case studies and problem-solving.
• Summative assessments in each module.
• Research project to integrate learning.
• Continuous assessments with predetermined weight.
• Design project to apply problem-solving skills.
• Research project to integrate research skills.