Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Mechanical Engineering
Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology - Engineering and Related Design
Purpose and Rationale
Qualification Overview
Purpose:
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare learners to be Professional Engineering Technologists in various fields of Mechanical Engineering. The qualification provides learners with a sound knowledge base in Mechanical Engineering to able to apply their knowledge and skills to a particular career, while equipping them to undertake more specialised and intensive learning. The purpose of this qualification is to develop the necessary knowledge, understanding, abilities and skills required to become a competent Professional Engineering Technologist that can solve broadly-defined problems. The educational foundation has an application-oriented theoretical basis of Natural Sciences and Mathematics to underpin practically-oriented Engineering Science and engineering specialist knowledge, enhanced by some development of Engineering Science fundamentals and engineering specialist knowledge. Therefore the learner will be able to use conceptual knowledge in engineering applications and design.
Rationale:
The Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Mechanical Engineering is designed to meet the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) professional requirements for registration of a Professional Engineering Technologist. The fundamental focus of this qualification is to train Mechanical Engineering Technologists that can be functionally operational in various occupations to address the technical workforce needs of the country. The core of the qualification is the integration of theory and practice (practical skills and attributes) and it spreads over the duration of three years to produce a balanced, highly skilled Technologist in the Mechanical Engineering environment. This qualification provides:
- Preparation for careers in engineering itself and areas that potentially benefit from engineering skills, for achieving technological proficiency and to make a contribution to the economy and national development.
- The educational base required for registration as a Professional Engineering Technologist and/or Certificated Engineer with ECSA.
- Entry to NQF Level 8 qualifications e.g. Honours, Postgraduate Diploma and Bachelor of Engineering.
- For certificated Engineers, this provides the education base for achieving proficiency in mining/factory plant and marine operations and occupational health and safety.
Outcomes
- Apply engineering principles to systematically diagnose and solve broadly-defined engineering problems.
- Apply knowledge of Mathematics, Natural Science and Engineering Sciences to define and applied engineering procedures, processes, systems and methodologies to solve broadly-defined engineering problems.
- Perform procedural and non-procedural design of broadly defined components, systems, works, products or processes to meet desired needs normally within applicable standards, codes of practice and legislation.
- Conduct investigations of broadly-defined problems through locating, searching and selecting relevant data from codes, data bases and literature, designing and conducting experiments, analysing and interpreting results to provide valid conclusions.
- Use appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering tools, including Information Technology, prediction and modelling, for the solution of broadly-defined engineering problems, with an understanding of the limitations, restrictions, premises, assumptions and constraints.
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing within an engineering context.
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the impact of engineering activity on the society, economy, industrial and physical environment, and address issues by analysis and evaluation.
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Engineering Management principles and apply these to one's own work, as a member and leader in a team and to manage projects.
- 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 technology practice.
Assessment Criteria
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
- Analyse and define the problem
- Identify criteria for an acceptable solution
- Identify relevant information and engineering knowledge and skills
- Generate possible approaches and formulate a workable solution
- Model and analyse possible solutions
- Evaluate possible solutions and select the best solution
- Formulate and present the solution appropriately
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:
- Apply a mix of knowledge in Mathematics, Numerical Analysis, Statistics, Natural Science, and Engineering Science
- Use theories, principles, and laws
- Perform formal analysis and modelling
- Communicate concepts, ideas, and theories
- Reason and conceptualise engineering materials, components, systems, or processes
- Handle uncertainty and risk
- Work within the boundaries of the practice area
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:
- Formulate a design problem to satisfy user needs, standards, codes, and legislation
- Plan and manage the design process
- Acquire and evaluate knowledge, information, and resources
- Perform design tasks, analysis, modelling, and optimization
- Evaluate alternatives and select a preferred solution
- Assess the design in terms of social, economic, legal, health, safety, and environmental impact
- Communicate design logic and information 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 equipment or software
- Analyse, interpret, and derive information from available data
- Draw conclusions and record the purpose, process, and outcomes in a technical report
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5:
- Assess the applicability and limitations of methods, skills, or tools
- Apply methods, skills, or tools correctly
- Test and assess results against required outcomes
- 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 effectively
- Enhance oral communication with visual materials
- Provide information using accepted methods
- Deliver fluent oral communication with clear meaning
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, organising, leading, and controlling
- Carry out individual work effectively and on time
- Contribute to team activities and support team output
- Demonstrate functioning as a team leader
- Organise and manage design or research projects
- Communicate effectively in individual and team work contexts
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 9:
- Manage learning tasks autonomously and ethically
- Reflect on learning and determine own learning requirements and 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 engineering solutions
- Maintain continued competence and engage in professional development
- Accept responsibility for consequences of actions
- Make judgments in decision-making within current competence
Integrated Assessment:
- Use teaching methods focused on problem-solving and project-oriented learning
- Utilise formative assessment to guide learners towards achieving Exit Level Outcomes
- Follow institutional policy for summative assessments
- Provide multiple opportunities for learners to achieve Exit Level Outcomes
- Failure to master Exit Level Outcomes results in module failure, regardless of final mark
Qualification Details
- Type
- National First Degree
- NQF Level
- 07
- Min. Credits
- 420
- SAQA Source
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