Module Purpose:
This module will focus on the complex areas of fluid mechanics and students will be equipped with the skills and ability to use the governing principles and appropriate equations to provide solutions to fluid flow problems.
Module Outcomes:
MO01 Determine laminar and turbulent boundary layers.
MO02 Understand the concept of potential flow.
MO03 Use mathematical equations to describe two-dimensional flow fields
MO04 Synthesise flows by superposition of basic flow elements.
MO05 Apply the concept of drag on two and three-dimensional shapes.
MO06 Apply the concept of lift and drag on an aerofoil.
NQF level: 7
Credits: 12
Module Purpose:
The purpose of this module is to provide students with a final opportunity to incorporate all the engineering knowledge, skills, and tools that they have acquired in the qualification to design and synthesise a solution to an engineering problem of a complex nature.
Module Outcomes:
MO1 Solve engineering problems.
MO2 Apply scientific and engineering knowledge.
MO3 Conduct engineering design.
MO4 Perform investigations, experiments, and data analysis.
MO5 Competently use engineering methods, skills, and tools, including information technology.
MO6 Communicate effectively with professional and technical audiences.
MO7 Work effectively as an individual, in teams and in multidisciplinary environments.
NQF level: 8
Credits: 36
Module Purpose:
The purpose of this module is to develop knowledge and skills in the fundamental principles of n kinematics and kinetics particles and rigid bodies in 2D and 3D space to solve problems in given scenarios.
Module Outcomes:
MO01 Analyse the motion of individual and linked systems of particles and rigid bodies.
MO02 Build kinetics diagrams of relative velocity and acceleration.
MO03 Solve problems on the dynamics of systems of particles.
MO04 Apply principles of momentum and energy to particles in motion.
MO05 Explain kinetics of 2 & 3-dimensional particles and rigid bodies.
MO06 Determine rigid body dynamics by applying kinetic equations of motion.
NQF level: 6
Credits: 12
Module Purpose:
The purpose of this module is to develop complex knowledge and skills in the dynamic behaviour of standard mechanical engineering systems and components to use a computational programming system to solve kinematic problems.
Module Outcomes:
MO01 Explain the kinematics and efficiency of gear trains.
MO02 Determine requirements for balancing rotating and reciprocating machinery.
MO03 Comprehend the working of various moving parts of an engine.
MO04 Perform calculations of energy and speed fluctuations in flywheels.
MO05 Use the MATLAB programming language.
MO06 Apply computational techniques in dynamic analysis of mechanical systems.
MO07 Determine the precession of gyroscopic motion.
NQF level: 7
Credits: 12
Module Purpose:
The purpose of this module is to identify the vibration elements of engineering in machinery operation to analyse vibration under a range of conditions.
Module Outcomes:
MO01 Formulate dynamic models of various spring-mass systems.
MO02 Formulate the appropriate equations for vibration analysis.
MO03 Solve the vibration problems by employing suitable equations.
MO04 Apply vibration analysis techniques.
NQF level: 8
Credits: 8
Module Purpose:
The purpose of this module is to provide students with the knowledge and skills to determine the heat transfer, gain and dissipation in heterogeneous environmental conditions to solve heat transfer and thermal design-related problems.
Module Outcomes:
MO01 Apply the principles of conduction, convection, and radiation heat transfer.
MO02 Solve one-dimensional conduction heat transfer problems.
MO03 Solve steady state multidimensional heat transfer problems.
MO04 Solve unsteady-state heat transfer problems.
MO05 Quantify convection heat transfer effects in external and internal flow applications.
MO06 Develop the ability to use heat transfer principles in thermal design problems.
NQF level: 8
Credits: 8
Module Purpose:
The purpose of this module is to further develop knowledge and skills in the science and properties of materials to select materials to create a safe design.
Module Outcomes:
MO01 Classify engineering materials according to their structure and properties.
MO02 Understand the relationship between the structure of materials and their properties.
MO03 Use basic and engineering science principles to solve materials-related problems.
MO04 Comprehend the variability of material properties as a function of material processing.
MO05 Perform correct material selection for various design applications.
MO06 Determine the influence of environmental effects on material properties.
NQF level: 7
Credits: 8
Module Purpose:
This module provides students with an opportunity to undertake individual research work to discover why certain aspects of engineering science and integrating engineering science theory. It requires complex experimental work, the calibration of measuring instruments and measuring and analyse, interpret data through calculation exercises and graphical representations of computer-generated data. This information is then be synthesised to be presented in the form of a written final year report.
Module Outcomes:
MO01 Solve engineering problems.
MO02 Apply scientific and engineering knowledge.
MO03 Design and conduct investigations and experiments.
MO04 Apply appropriate engineering methods, skills, and tools, including Information Technology.
MO05 Communicate technical information professionally and effectively.
MO06 Work individually and in multi-disciplinary teams to successfully complete a technical project.
MO07 Demonstrate competence to engage in independent learning.
NQF level: 8
Credits: 36
Module Purpose:
The purpose of this module is to develop knowledge and skills in refrigeration and air conditioning to solve problems in given scenarios.
Module Outcomes:
MO01 Evaluate psychrometric processes.
MO02 Perform cooling and heat load calculations in buildings.
MO03 Apply basic principles of air conditioning systems.
MO04 Develop adequate procedures in the analysis of refrigeration cycles.
MO05 Analyse heating and refrigeration processes.
MO06 Evaluate the effectiveness of incident rays in air conditioning design.
MO07 Utilise solar heat gain to improve the energy efficiency of buildings.
NQF level: 8
Credits: 8
Module Purpose:
The purpose of this module is to study the various stresses and strains on metals caused by different simple loading conditions on engineering structures in order to perform calculations, determine factors, and apply safety requirements to illustrate the stress and various methods of deformation on the component, structural or product design.
Module Outcomes:
MO01 Analyse various types of structural loadings.
MO02 Explain the fundamental principles in failure analysis.
MO03 Perform calculations on material behaviour under simple loading conditions.
MO04 Select suitable materials for the given type of structural loading.
MO05 Apply factors of safety accordingly.
MO06 Develop ergonomically friendly designs.
MO07 Calculate the relationship between stress and various methods of deformation.
NQF level: 6
Credits: 12
Module Purpose:
The purpose of this module is to illustrate how thermodynamic principles can be utilised to determine the behaviour of thermal machinery in order to solve problems in a variety of industrial applications.
Module Outcomes:
MO01 Analyse the types of reciprocating compressors.
MO02 Determine efficiencies of positive displacement compressors.
MO03 Solve piston engine cycle problems.
MO04 Solve gas turbine cycle problems.
MO05 Solve steam power cycle problems.
MO06 Analyse and solve combined cycle problems.
MO07 Analyse and solve refrigeration cycle problems.
NQF level: 7
Credits: 12
Module Purpose:
The purpose of this module is to develop the students’ knowledge of the properties of gases and condensable vapours and the principles governing their thermodynamic analysis.
Module Outcomes:
MO01 Explain the thermodynamic properties of gases.
MO02 Apply the laws of thermodynamics and relevant concepts for the heat transfer and conservation of energy for devices operating with either a closed or open system.
MO03 Perform kinetic energy and internal energy calculations.
MO04 Apply steady flow energy balance equation to solve energy balance problems in turbomachinery.
MO05 Apply the second law of thermodynamics in analysing the performance of commonly used engineering systems like heat engines and refrigerators.
MO06 Solve steam related problems.
NQF level: 6
Credits: 8
Module Purpose:
This module will focus on the complex areas of fluid mechanics and students will be equipped with the skills and ability to use the governing principles and appropriate equations to provide solutions to fluid flow problems.
Module Outcomes:
MO01 Determine laminar and turbulent boundary layers.
MO02 Understand the concept of potential flow.
MO03 Use mathematical equations to describe two-dimensional flow fields
MO04 Synthesise flows by superposition of basic flow elements.
MO05 Apply the concept of drag on two and three-dimensional shapes.
MO06 Apply the concept of lift and drag on an aerofoil.
NQF level: 7
Credits: 12
Module Purpose:
This module will focus on the complex areas of fluid mechanics and students will be equipped with the skills and ability to use the governing principles and appropriate equations to provide solutions to fluid flow problems.
Module Outcomes:
MO01 Apply Algebra concepts within the context of Physics.
MO02 Determine suitable equations essential to analysing various forms of motion.
MO03 Apply Newton’s laws of motion to solve dynamics problems.
MO04 Derive and apply equations relevant to the conservation of energy.
MO05 Apply appropriate methods required to analyse cases involving momentum and collisions.
MO06 Apply the principles governing oscillations and waves.
MO07 Understand the relevance of the first law of Thermodynamics in heat transfer.
NQF level: 5
Credits: 12
Module Purpose:
This module provides students with the foundational chemistry knowledge that is required to interpret and understand chemical reactions and equilibrium applicable to engineering disciplines.
Module Outcomes:
MO01 Apply the basic concepts of atomic theory.
MO02 Apply the principles of stoichiometry to chemical reactions.
MO03 Write equations for and explain chemical reactions that take place in solutions.
MO04 Explain the composition and meaning of the Periodic table.
MO05 Apply concepts in thermochemistry.
MO06 Describe different bonding theories and predict the structure and properties of molecules.
MO07 Apply the gas laws to solve relevant problems in Chemistry.
MO08 Perform calculations in applied solution chemistry.
NQF level: 5
Credits: 12
Module Purpose:
The purpose of this module is to introduce students to the knowledge, concepts, and principles of chemical reactions and thermodynamics to solve basic Engineering problems.
Module Outcomes:
MO01 Determine reaction information related to chemical equilibrium.
MO02 Determine concentrations related to chemical equilibrium.
MO03 Apply Le Chatelier’s principle in problems involving the disturbing of equilibrium conditions.
MO04 Apply the principles related to acid-base, solubility and gaseous equilibria.
MO05 Use standard and complex redox potentials to calculate cell potentials under various conditions.
MO06 Apply the principles of Organic Chemistry to basic Engineering problems.
NQF level: 5
Credits: 12
Module Purpose:
The purpose of this module is to advance the understanding of fluid dynamic behaviour under varying flow conditions by analysing the design and performance requirements of fluid-driven turbomachinery to model and analyse turbulent flows.
Module Outcomes:
MO01 Apply the principles of turbomachinery.
MO02 Perform calculations on centrifugal and axial flows.
MO03 Solve compressible flow problems by applying appropriate equations.
MO04 Understand the fundamental theory of CFD.
MO05 Solve CFD related problems.
MO06 Apply modelling techniques in turbulent flows.
NQF level: 8
Credits: 12
Module Purpose:
This module provides students with an understanding of the basic chemistry concepts in the context of Civil Engineering applications. The purpose is to enable a knowledge and understanding to the chemical nature and origins of matter (specifically engineering materials) and their behaviour in the physical environment.
Module Outcomes:
MO01 Know and understand the atomic structure and chemical bonding of elements.
MO02 Understand and apply basic stoichiometry chemistry to engineering materials.
MO03 Understand and apply chemical equilibrium principles to determine and balance chemical reactions/equilibrium.
MO04 Use chemistry to assess the corrosion of metals and reactions that occur in cements and concrete materials.
MO05 Perform basic chemical experiments and measurements to determine the chemical composition of materials.
NQF level: 5
Credits: 14
Module Purpose:
The purpose of this module is for students to conduct and report on accurate experiments focusing on the elements of measurement such as equipment calibration, experimental error calculations and dimensional analysis.
Module Outcomes:
MO1 Plan and conduct experiments.
MO2 Perform error calculations.
MO3 Interpret and report on experimental data.
MO4 Calibrate measurement instruments.
NQF level: 7
Credits: 8
Module Purpose:
The purpose of this module is for students to conduct and report on accurate experiments focusing on more advanced areas or fields of fluid mechanics, the strength of materials and thermodynamics.
Module Outcomes:
MO1 Plan and conduct experiments.
MO2 Perform error calculations.
MO3 Interpret and report on experimental data.
MO4 Calibrate measurement instruments.
NQF level: 7
Credits: 8
Module Purpose:
The purpose of this module is to develop knowledge and skills in the fundamental principles of n kinematics and kinetics particles and rigid bodies in 2D and 3D space to solve problems in given scenarios.
Module Outcomes:
MO01 Analyse the motion of individual and linked systems of particles and rigid bodies.
MO02 Build kinetics diagrams of relative velocity and acceleration.
MO03 Solve problems on the dynamics of systems of particles.
MO04 Apply principles of momentum and energy to particles in motion.
MO05 Explain kinetics of 2 & 3-dimensional particles and rigid bodies.
MO06 Determine rigid body dynamics by applying kinetic equations of motion.
NQF level: 6
Credits: 12
Module Purpose:
The purpose of this module is to develop complex knowledge and skills in the dynamic behaviour of standard mechanical engineering systems and components to use a computational programming system to solve kinematic problems.
Module Outcomes:
MO01 Explain the kinematics and efficiency of gear trains.
MO02 Determine requirements for balancing rotating and reciprocating machinery.
MO03 Comprehend the working of various moving parts of an engine.
MO04 Perform calculations of energy and speed fluctuations in flywheels.
MO05 Use the MATLAB programming language.
MO06 Apply computational techniques in dynamic analysis of mechanical systems.
MO07 Determine the precession of gyroscopic motion.
NQF level: 7
Credits: 12
Module Purpose:
The purpose of this module is to develop the ability to perform essential calculations for systems in equilibrium to adopt a logical and systematic approach to problem-solving.
Module Outcomes:
MO01 Determine normal reaction and friction forces.
MO02 Perform equilibrium calculations of particle and rigid bodies in various dimensions.
MO03 Draw free body diagrams.
MO04 Explain the principle of moments.
MO05 Apply compound systems to various scenarios.
MO06 Determine forces in trusses.
MO07 Perform calculations on bending moments and shear forces in determinate beams.
MO08 Use appropriate methods to determine moments of inertia.
MO09 Apply the parallel axis theorem to given a range of scenarios.
NQF level: 5
Credits: 12
Module Purpose:
The purpose of this module is to identify the vibration elements of engineering in machinery operation to analyse vibration under a range of conditions.
Module Outcomes:
MO01 Formulate dynamic models of various spring-mass systems.
MO02 Formulate the appropriate equations for vibration analysis.
MO03 Solve the vibration problems by employing suitable equations.
MO04 Apply vibration analysis techniques.
NQF level: 8
Credits: 8
Module Purpose:
The purpose of this module is to provide students with the knowledge and skills to determine the heat transfer, gain and dissipation in heterogeneous environmental conditions to solve heat transfer and thermal design-related problems.
Module Outcomes:
MO01 Apply the principles of conduction, convection, and radiation heat transfer.
MO02 Solve one-dimensional conduction heat transfer problems.
MO03 Solve steady state multidimensional heat transfer problems.
MO04 Solve unsteady-state heat transfer problems.
MO05 Quantify convection heat transfer effects in external and internal flow applications.
MO06 Develop the ability to use heat transfer principles in thermal design problems.
NQF level: 8
Credits: 8
Module Purpose:
The purpose of this module is to further develop knowledge and skills in the science and properties of materials to select materials to create a safe design.
Module Outcomes:
MO01 Classify engineering materials according to their structure and properties.
MO02 Understand the relationship between the structure of materials and their properties.
MO03 Use basic and engineering science principles to solve materials-related problems.
MO04 Comprehend the variability of material properties as a function of material processing.
MO05 Perform correct material selection for various design applications.
MO06 Determine the influence of environmental effects on material properties.
NQF level: 7
Credits: 8
Module Purpose:
The purpose of this module is to develop knowledge and skills in refrigeration and air conditioning to solve problems in given scenarios.
Module Outcomes:
MO01 Evaluate psychrometric processes.
MO02 Perform cooling and heat load calculations in buildings.
MO03 Apply basic principles of air conditioning systems.
MO04 Develop adequate procedures in the analysis of refrigeration cycles.
MO05 Analyse heating and refrigeration processes.
MO06 Evaluate the effectiveness of incident rays in air conditioning design.
MO07 Utilise solar heat gain to improve the energy efficiency of buildings.
NQF level: 8
Credits: 8
Module Purpose:
The purpose of this module is to study the various stresses and strains on metals caused by different simple loading conditions on engineering structures in order to perform calculations, determine factors, and apply safety requirements to illustrate the stress and various methods of deformation on the component, structural or product design.
Module Outcomes:
MO01 Analyse various types of structural loadings.
MO02 Explain the fundamental principles in failure analysis.
MO03 Perform calculations on material behaviour under simple loading conditions.
MO04 Select suitable materials for the given type of structural loading.
MO05 Apply factors of safety accordingly.
MO06 Develop ergonomically friendly designs.
MO07 Calculate the relationship between stress and various methods of deformation.
NQF level: 6
Credits: 12
Module Purpose:
The purpose of this module is to illustrate how thermodynamic principles can be utilised to determine the behaviour of thermal machinery in order to solve problems in a variety of industrial applications.
Module Outcomes:
MO01 Analyse the types of reciprocating compressors.
MO02 Determine efficiencies of positive displacement compressors.
MO03 Solve piston engine cycle problems.
MO04 Solve gas turbine cycle problems.
MO05 Solve steam power cycle problems.
MO06 Analyse and solve combined cycle problems.
MO07 Analyse and solve refrigeration cycle problems.
NQF level: 7
Credits: 12
Module Purpose:
The purpose of this module is to provide students with a final opportunity to incorporate all the engineering knowledge, skills, and tools that they have acquired in the qualification to design and synthesise a solution to an engineering problem of a complex nature.
Module Outcomes:
MO1 Solve engineering problems.
MO2 Apply scientific and engineering knowledge.
MO3 Conduct engineering design.
MO4 Perform investigations, experiments, and data analysis.
MO5 Competently use engineering methods, skills, and tools, including information technology.
MO6 Communicate effectively with professional and technical audiences.
MO7 Work effectively as an individual, in teams and in multidisciplinary environments.
NQF level: 8
Credits: 36
Module Purpose:
The purpose of this module is for students to conduct and report on accurate experiments focusing on the elements of measurement such as equipment calibration, experimental error calculations and dimensional analysis.
Module Outcomes:
MO1 Plan and conduct experiments.
MO2 Perform error calculations.
MO3 Interpret and report on experimental data.
MO4 Calibrate measurement instruments.
NQF level: 7
Credits: 8
Module Purpose:
The purpose of this module is for students to conduct and report on accurate experiments focusing on more advanced areas or fields of fluid mechanics, the strength of materials and thermodynamics.
Module Outcomes:
MO1 Plan and conduct experiments.
MO2 Perform error calculations.
MO3 Interpret and report on experimental data.
MO4 Calibrate measurement instruments.
NQF level: 7
Credits: 8
Module Purpose:
The purpose of this module is to develop the ability to perform essential calculations for systems in equilibrium to adopt a logical and systematic approach to problem-solving.
Module Outcomes:
MO01 Determine normal reaction and friction forces.
MO02 Perform equilibrium calculations of particle and rigid bodies in various dimensions.
MO03 Draw free body diagrams.
MO04 Explain the principle of moments.
MO05 Apply compound systems to various scenarios.
MO06 Determine forces in trusses.
MO07 Perform calculations on bending moments and shear forces in determinate beams.
MO08 Use appropriate methods to determine moments of inertia.
MO09 Apply the parallel axis theorem to given a range of scenarios.
NQF level: 5
Credits: 12
Module Purpose:
The purpose of this module is to provide students with the foundational concepts, and principles of the mechanics of fluid flow systems to solve problems related to the transportation and flow of fluids.
Module Outcomes:
MO01 Describe fluids.
MO02 Apply fluid properties in basic equations.
MO03 Perform fluid statics calculations.
MO04 Explain the principles of viscous flow.
MO05 Comprehend the basic equations in fluid dynamics.
MO06 Solve problems in hydraulic transportation of fluids.
MO07 Apply governing equations for forces on submerged surfaces.
NQF level: 5
Credits: 12
Module Purpose:
The purpose of this module is to study the various stresses and strains on metals caused by different simple loading conditions on engineering structures in order to perform calculations, determine factors, and apply safety requirements to illustrate the stress and various methods of deformation on the component, structural or product design.
Module Outcomes:
MO01 Analyse various types of structural loadings.
MO02 Explain the fundamental principles in failure analysis.
MO03 Perform calculations on material behaviour under simple loading conditions.
MO04 Select suitable materials for the given type of structural loading.
MO05 Apply factors of safety accordingly.
MO06 Develop ergonomically friendly designs.
MO07 Calculate the relationship between stress and various methods of deformation.
NQF level: 6
Credits: 12
Module Purpose:
The purpose of this module is to illustrate how thermodynamic principles can be utilised to determine the behaviour of thermal machinery in order to solve problems in a variety of industrial applications.
Module Outcomes:
MO01 Analyse the types of reciprocating compressors.
MO02 Determine efficiencies of positive displacement compressors.
MO03 Solve piston engine cycle problems.
MO04 Solve gas turbine cycle problems.
MO05 Solve steam power cycle problems.
MO06 Analyse and solve combined cycle problems.
MO07 Analyse and solve refrigeration cycle problems.
NQF level: 7
Credits: 12