Course Title: Apply calculus to engineering tasks
Part A: Course Overview
Program: C6186 Advanced Diploma of Engineering (Mechanical)
Course Title: Apply calculus to engineering tasks
Portfolio: Vocational Education
Nominal Hours: 80
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Course Contact: Amita Iyer
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 8311
Course Contact Email: amita.iyer@rmit.edu.au
Course Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to apply calculus, including differentiation and integration techniques, to engineering applications. Engineering applications requiring calculus techniques may include determining the point of maximum bending moment, slope and deflection for a beam, determining the depth of parabolic mirrors or determining moments of inertia of a range of engineering components and solving rectilinear motion problems.
The unit applies to engineering or related activities and is suitable for people giving technical support to design, operations or maintenance activities and those pursuing technical qualifications and careers at paraprofessional or technician level.
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
MEM23004 Apply technical mathematics
National Competency Codes and Titles
National Element Code & Title: |
MEM23007 Apply calculus to engineering tasks |
Elements: |
1. Determine scope of calculus techniques required for an engineering application 2. Apply differential and integration techniques to engineering applications |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course, you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the elements of this unit of competency.
Overview of Assessment
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral/written presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.