Course Title: Provide engineering solutions for problems in complex multiple path circuits

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2023

Course Code: EEET7021C

Course Title: Provide engineering solutions for problems in complex multiple path circuits

Important Information:

Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.

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School: 520T Future Technologies

Campus: City Campus

Program: C6120 - Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology - Electrical

Course Contact: Program Manager

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4468

Course Contact Email: vocengineering@rmit.edu.au

Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Jan Jia
Ph:+61 3 9925 4390
Email: jan.jia@rmit.edu.au  
 

Program Manager

Dr. A R M Muniruzzaman (Munir)

Email: munir.muniruzzaman@rmit.edu.au

Appointment by email

Nominal Hours: 60

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

UEENEEE126A

Course Description

This unit covers determining correct operation of complex multiple path circuits and providing engineering solutions as they apply to various branches of electrotechnology work functions. It encompasses working safely, problem solving procedures, including using electrical measuring devices, applying appropriate circuit theorems and providing solutions derived from measurements and calculations and justification for such solutions.

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	UEENEEE125A Provide engineering solutions for problems in complex multiple path circuits
Element:	1. Prepare to solve problems in complex multiple path circuits.
Performance Criteria:	1.1  OHS procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained and understood. 1.2  OHS risk control work preparation measures and procedures are followed. 1.3  The nature of the circuit(s) problem is obtained from documentation or from work supervisor to establish the scope of work to be undertaken. 1.4  Advice is sought from the work supervisor to ensure the work is coordinated effectively with others.
Element:	2. Solve problems in complex multiple path circuits.
Performance Criteria:	2.1  OHS risk control work measures and procedures are followed. 2.2  The need to test or measure live is determined in strict accordance with OHS requirements and when necessary conducted within established safety procedures. 2.3  Circuits are checked as being isolated where necessary in strict accordance OHS requirements and procedures. 2.4  Established methods are used to solve circuit problems from measure and calculated values as they apply to complex multiple path circuit. 2.5  Unexpected situations are dealt with safely and with the approval of an authorised person. 2.6  Problems are solved without damage to apparatus, circuits, the surrounding environment or services and using sustainable energy practices.
Element:	3. Complete work and document problem solving activities.
Performance Criteria:	3.1  OHS work completion risk control measures and procedures are followed. 3.2  Work site is cleaned and made safe in accordance with established procedures. 3.3  Justification for solutions used to solve circuit problems is documented. 3.4  Work completion is documented and appropriate person(s) notified in accordance with established procedures.

Learning Outcomes

Refer to Elements

Details of Learning Activities

You will involve in the following learning activities to meet requirements for this competency and stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates.

• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Reports
  
• practical lab activities

Engineers Australia Mapping Information:

This course is mapped against stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates developed by Engineers Australia as detailed below:
 

EA 1. Knowledge and Skill Base

EA1.1. Descriptive, formula-based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the practice area.
EA 1.2. Procedural-level understanding of the mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the practice area.
EA 1.3. In depth practical knowledge and skills within specialist sub-disciplines of the practice area.
EA 1.4. Discernment of engineering developments within the practice area.
EA 1.5. Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the practice area.
EA 1.6. Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the area of practice.

EA 2. Engineering Application Ability

EA 2.1. Application of established technical and practical methods to the solution of well-defined engineering problems.
EA 2.2. Application of technical and practical techniques, tools and resources to well defined engineering problems.
EA 2.3. Application of systematic synthesis and design processes to well defined engineering problems.
EA 2.4. Application of systematic project management processes.
EA 3. Professional and Personal Attributes

EA 3.1. Ethical conduct and professional accountability.
EA 3.2. Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.
EA 3.3. Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.
EA 3.4. Professional use and management of information.
EA 3.5. Orderly management of self, and professional conduct.
EA 3.6. Effective team membership and team leadership.
Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies are mapped with competency UEENEEE125A in the Assessment Matrix.

Teaching Schedule

 The proposed teaching schedule for this competency is detailed below:

Week	Topics Delivered	Elements/Performance Criteria
1	Introduction to course, course guides, assessment methods, teaching and learning resources, OH&S issues Lab activity 1 due at the end of class session	1.1, 1.2, 2.1,2.2, 2.3
2	Complex impedance Kirchhoff Current Law and applications KCL application examples tutorial session: work on assignment 1, due at week 10	1.3, 1.4, 1.5,1.6
3	Kirchhoff voltage Law KVL application examples Source conversion Tutorial session work on Assignment 1	1.3, 1.4, 1.5,1.6
4	Mesh Analysis- for dc networks  Concepts of loop current, node voltage Apply KCL and KVL to develop simultaneous equations and solve for currents through voltages across components in complex dc networks practice computation skills on using determinant to solve simultaneous equations Tutorial session: work on Assignment 1 due week 10	2.1, 2.2,2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6
5	Mesh Analysis -For ac networks  use format formula to write simultaneous equations, solve simultaneous equations by using determinant method Concepts of loop currents, node currents use format formula to write simultaneous equations Tutorial session: work on Lab activity 2 due week 6	2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6
6	Nodal analysis-for dc networks concepts of reference node, nodal voltages apply Kirchhoff current law and kirchhoff voltage law to write simultaneous equations in terms of nodal voltages practice computation skills on determinant method to solve for nodal voltages use Ohms law to work out current through or voltage across components in dc networks Tutorial session: work on assignment 1 lab activity 2 due	2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6
7	Nodal Analysis -for ac circuits use format nodal formulas to write simultaneous equations in terms of nodal voltages practice computation skills, solve simultaneous equations for nodal voltages by using determinant method Tutorial session:  work on assignment 1	2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6
8	Star-Delta connections in power system Conversion between star and delta connections Application examples Tutorial session: work on Lab activity 3, due week 9	1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6
9	Solving problems in complex multiple path power circuits Tutorial session  work on Lab activity 3 Lab activity 3 due	1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6
10	revision on mesh analysis Nodal analysis star-delta conversion completion of assignment 1 Assignment 1 due	2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4
11	superposition theorem dependant sources independent sources definition of linear and bilateral power networks tutorial session: work on assignment 2 due week 16 lab  activity 4 due week 12	1.1, 1.2, 2.2, 2.3
12	superposition theorem and applications dc and ac Multiple path networks tutorial session: work on assignment 2 Lab activity 4 due	1.1, 1.2, 2.2, 2.3 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6
13	Thevenin’s Theorem Norton Theorem How to find Thevenin equivalent circuit, procedure to calculate equivalent impedance Zth How to find Norton equivalent circuit procedure to calculate equivalent impedance Zn and equivalent current source In Conversion between Thevenin and Norton Theorem work on assignment 2 part B Work on Assignment 2 , due week 16 Lab activity 5, due week 14	2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6
14	Maximum power transfer Theorem, conjugate of impedance condition of maximum power occurring calculation of maximum power tutorial session: Work on Assignment 2 Lab activity 5 due	2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6
15	revision on all topics covered from week 11 to week 14 completion of tutorial session: work on assignment 2	1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4
16	Revision test to prepare for Test work on assignment 2. Assignment 2 due	2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4
17	Final test	2.4,2.5, 2.6 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4
18	Student feedback	n/a

 

 

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

References

Other Resources

Students will be able to access information and learning materials through Canvas and may be provided with additional materials in class. A list of relevant reference books, resources in the library and accessible Internet sites will be provided where possible. During the course, you will be directed to websites to enhance your knowledge and understanding of difficult concepts.

Overview of Assessment

The assessment is conducted in both theoretical and practical aspects of the course according to the performance criteria set in the National Training Package. Assessment may incorporate a variety of methods including written/oral activities and demonstration of practical skills to the relevant industry standards. Participants are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment activities to their teacher/assessor. Feedback will be provided throughout the course. To successfully complete this course you will be required to demonstrate competency in each assessment task detailed under Assessment Tasks:

Assessment 1: Practical (Lab 1 to 5)
Assessment 2: Assignment (1 & 2)
Assessment 3: Written Test - Final

These tasks assesses the following Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Assessment Mapping Matrix

Element/Performance Criteria Covered	Practical (Lab 1 to 5)	Assignment (1 & 2)	Written Test - Final
1.1	x		x
1.2	x		x
1.3	x		x
1.4	x
1.5	x
1.6	x
2.1	x		x
2.2	x		x
2.3	x		x
2.4	x		x
2.5	x
2.6	x
3.1	x		x
3.2	x
3.3	x		x
3.4	x

Assessment Tasks

Assessment 1:Lab activities (Week 1,6,9,12,14)

Assessment 2: Assignments 1 & 2 (Week 10 and Week 16) 

Assessment 3: Final Test (Week 17)

To be deemed competent, student must achieve satisfactory (S) results in all three (3) assessments.  This course is graded as Competent or Not Yet Competent and subsequently the following grades are allocated:

    CAG - Competency Achieved - Graded NYC - Not Yet Competent DNS - Did Not Submit for Assessment.   The final grading criteria is made available to students in CANVAS.

Assessment Due Dates

All assessment tasks will have a due date provided and published in Canvas. Assessments submitted after the due date will not be accepted unless an extension has been provided or special consideration has been granted. 

Assessment Resubmissions (if Unsatisfactory)

You will be allowed 1 (ONE) resubmission attempt FOR EVERY ASSESSMENT (if unsatisfactory). You will be provided with a new due date by your teacher for your resubmission attempt if a resubmission is required.

 

If you do not submit your assessment (First attempt) by the due date you will not be eligible for resubmission if unsatisfactory.

Assessment Matrix

Assessment vs UEENEEE125A Elements & Performance Criteria

UEENEEE125A Elements & Performance Criteria

Assessments

1.1

1.2

1.3

1.4

1.5

1.6

2.1

2.2

2.3

2.4

2.5

2.6

3.1

3.2

3.3

3.4

Assignments 1 & 2

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Lab activities

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Final Test

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 Assessment vs Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies

Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies

EA1.1

EA1.2

EA1.3

EA1.4

EA1.5

EA1.6

EA2.1

EA2.2

EA2.3

EA2.4

EA3.1

EA3.2

EA3.3

EA3.4

EA3.5

EA3.6

Assignments 1 & 2

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Lab  activities

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Final Test

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All Assessments UEENEEE125A

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3

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3

3

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0 (Blank)

Graduate attribute is not assessed

1

Graduate attribute is assessed in at least one, but less than one-third, of the Element

2

Graduate attribute is assessed in at least one third, but less than two-thirds, of the Element

3

Graduate attribute is assessed in more than two-thirds of the Element

         

Other Information

Credit Transfer and/or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
You may be eligible for credit towards courses in your program if you have already met the learning/competency outcomes through previous learning and/or industry experience. To be eligible for credit towards a course, you must demonstrate that you have already completed learning and/or gained industry experience that is:
•    Relevant
•    Current
•    Satisfies the learning/competency outcomes of the course
Please refer to http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit to find more information about credit transfer and RPL.
 
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- assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice
- maths and science developmental support and advice
- English language development
Please Refer https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support to find more information about Study Support.

Equitable Learning Services (ELS):
If you are suffering from long-term medical condition or disability, you should contact Equitable Learning Services (ELS) to seek advice and support to complete your studies.
Please refer to https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services to find more information about services offered by Equitable Learning Services (ELS).

Late submission:
If you require an Extension of Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) for 7 calendar days or less (from the original due date) and have valid reasons, you must complete and lodge an Application for Extension of Submittable Work (7 Calendar Days or less) form and lodge it with the Program Coordinator / Program Manager.
The application must be lodged no later than one working day before the official due date. You will be notified within no more than 2 working days of the date of lodgment as to whether the extension has been granted.
If you seek an Extension of Submittable Work for more than 7 calendar days (from the original due date) must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form under the provisions of the Special Consideration Policy, preferably prior to, but no later than 2 working days after the official due date.

Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) submitted late without approval of an extension will not be accepted or marked.

Special consideration:

Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration to find more information about special consideration

Plagiarism:

Plagiarism is a form of cheating and it is very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University.

Please Refer:  https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/special-consideration to find more information about plagiarism.


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