Bachelor of Engineering First Year Program Guide 2014 by UQ Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology

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BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING FIRST YEAR PROGRAM GUIDE 2014

WELCOME to the Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology, The University of Queensland.

(Acting) Executive Dean Professor Caroline Crosthwaite BE(Hons), MEngSc, MSc

(Acting) Associate Dean, Academic Associate Professor Peter Sutton BSc, BE (Hons), GCEd, MSc, PhD

Director, 1st Year Engineering ENGG1100 Coordinator

1st Year Advisor

Associate Professor Lydia Kavanagh

AM, FTSE, HonFEAust, CPEng, BSc, BE (Hons), PhD

BE (Hons), MEngSc, PhD, GCEd, MEAust

Emeritus Professor John Simmons

ENGG1200 Coordinator

ENGG1300 Coordinator

ENGG1400 Coordinator

ENGG1500 Coordinator

Associate Professor Carl Reidesma

Associate Professor Vaughan Clarkson

Dr Liza Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Moore GCEd, BE (Hons), PhD,

Associate Professor Tony Howes

BE, MEngSci, PhD, MEAust

BSc, BE (Hons), PhD

MEAust

GCEd, BE (Hons), PhD

Manager First Year Engineering Learning Centre

Administrative Officer First Year Engineering Learning Centre

Ms Lisa Deacon

Mrs Susan Morrison

WHAT DO I NEED TO DO? ✓

PAGE > Project Day Compulsory > Academic Advising Session Compulsory > Parents and Partners Evening > O-Week Activities

STEP 1

Fill in your diary

STEP 2

Complete the Compulsory Quiz and Academic Integrity Tutorial

STEP 3

Choose your ENGG1100 project

STEP 4

Choose your courses and enrol

STEP 5 STEP 6 STEP 7

Class SIGN ON EAIT Faculty first year courses: 9:00am Wednesday 5th February 2014

Get ready for classes

More info

Semester 1 Critical Dates FAQs Plan Ahead

11 12 13

Compulsory BE Requirements What’s a Major? Dual Degrees Be Active The UQ Engineering Mentor Program Scholarships & Prizes Membership & Student Societies Studying overseas & Academic Advice

14 15 15 16 16 17 17 18

Equity & Diversity

Do you need help?

Terminology Explained

STEP 1

FILL IN YOUR DIARY EVENTS AND ACADEMIC ADVICE MON January

January

February

TUE 21

28 4

WED

BE - Timetable Assistance and Advice (Drop in Session) 9:00am-12:00pm (50-C201 FYELC)

BE - Advice Seminar 2:00-4:00pm (49-200)

BE - Timetable Assistance and Advice (Drop in Session) 9:00am-12:00pm (50-C201 FYELC) BE - Advice Seminar 2:00pm - 4:00pm (49-200)

FRI 24

Drop-In Session? Get timetable advice tailored to your needs. Bring your timetable.

BE Advice Seminar?

February

An essential academic advice seminar followed by the opportunity to speak to an academic for specific advice. 13 14

February

20 21

BE - Timetable Assistance and Advice (Drop in Session) 9:00am-12:00pm (50-C201 FYELC)

O-Week

February

24 25

BE - Timetable Assistance and Advice (Drop in Session) 9:00am-12:00pm (50-C201 FYELC) EAIT International Students Welcome 1:00pm - 2:00pm (49-200)

Compulsory for International Students Only International First Year Students Advice Seminar 2:00pm - 3:00pm (50-C201 FYELC)

BE - Timetable Assistance and Advice (Drop in Session) 9:00am-12:00pm (50-C201 FYELC) BE - Advice Seminar 3:00pm - 4:00pm (49-200)

Attend at least 1

26 27 28

First Year Student: Project Day 8:30am - 3:00pm UQ Centre, (Exhibition Hall 27A)

Compulsory

BBQ, EUS, Societies, Student Services, Industry 4:00pm - 5:00pm (50-C207) Parents and Partners Information Session 5:00pm - 6:00pm 50-T105

For information on the overall orientation program at UQ, go to Orientation Event Planner: www.uq.edu.au/orientation 2

THU

BBQ & Parents and Partners Evening RSVP to Yr1Eng@uq.edu.au for catering purposes. > Meet academic advisors and student societies over a sausage sizzle; > Take a guided tour with FYELC Tutors; > Hear advice from our Executive Dean on supporting students.

STEP 2

A. DO THE COMPULSORY QUIZ Find out your strengths. Review the knowledge you need. Students entering into the first year of engineering bring different levels of knowledge and experience. Some have studied Maths C, Physics and Chemistry whilst others may have only studied one of these subjects. In addition, there can be variation in the curriculum offered by domestic and international schools. This can mean that some students may have skills sets that require additional support to assist with their transition to university. The information gained through the Get Set Quiz is used in a number of ways:

1. Grab a pen and paper. 2. Go to: www.eait.uq.edu.au/preparation 3. Log on using your UQ login and password and follow the prompts. 63% who completed last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Quiz had a GPA > 5.

> The overall cohort knowledge is fed back to the first year lecturers so they can tailor their lectures to your overall knowledge;

GPA = Grade Point Average; 4 = Pass, 7= High distinction

> An individual report is generated indicating where you may need to do some revision and directing you to relevant resources;

86% who completed the 2013 Quiz passed all their courses.

> You will become aware of the knowledge expectations for first year engineering and can revise accordingly and; > You may also find that the information helps with selecting your courses.

Results are not used for assessment purposes.

B. DO THE ACADEMIC INTEGRITY TUTORIAL ONLINE This is compulsory for ENGG1100 - why not get a head start? www.uq.edu.au/integrity/Login

FIRST YEAR STUDENTS INSIGHT: Wei-Lynn

Sam

How hard is engineering?

Why does the workload seem so overwhelming and how do I deal with it?

> There will be lots of assessments every other day and major pieces due every week; so get organised, develop good study habits and do what needs to be done. > Just make sure you stay on top of things, do a little bit every day, including the weekend; so when the things pile up, it won’t be so bad. It’s hard but not impossible. How do I find out about study groups? > While there are places for students to discuss the course content and ask questions via Blackboard, Facebook Groups are great because they allow you to set up polls/ share files/ photos of the course content. > Do a quick search for your course on Facebook. > Take the initiative and set up a study group yourself. How do I ensure that I pass? > Come to every single class. Merely sitting in class, actively listening, trying to understand and asking questions will do a LOT for your learning. > Participate in class, raise your hand and ask questions, seek clarification. Half the class will have the same question. > Don’t let Facebook/phones/iPod distract you. Once distracted, it’s hard to regain focus.

> The workload can become quite daunting, especially when you have assignments due in the first few weeks. Keep persevering and remind yourself why you chose engineering in the first place. Also, remember that everyone is in the same boat as you and you are not alone. > Seek help for any problems: personal, academic, or other early, when you need it, and from the right people. (Turn to the back cover for more details). > Talk to people, your peers, tutors, course coordinator or come into the FYELC. > Put the cost of your degree into perspective. Find out how much you pay for each course and divide by 13 to figure out the per-week cost. Then see if you want to sleep in or stay at home. Anything else I should know? > Learn to communicate; it’s often overlooked how important communication is. It’s ok to be shy, but you can’t be silent. You will need to learn to convey your ideas, so learn to communicate, with those around you; it really is vital. > Make friends. Friends are invaluable for your grades, social life, sanity and health. Talk to people, make friends, experience humanity, you never know who you might meet. > Do something besides study. Explore. The world is beautiful and with all the opportunities that UQ and Brisbane has to offer, you’d be silly not to take advantage of them.

Check out the second-hand book store for cheaper textbooks.

Parking: $3 per day if you get in early! www.pf.uq.edu.au/parking/fees.html

STEP 3

CHOOSE YOUR ENGG1100 PROJECT ENGG1100 (Engineering Design) is a foundation course for all engineering students. It is designed to introduce you to the way professional engineers think and work, so you will find it quite different from your other courses. It is compulsory for all engineering students and is run in Semester 1 only.

You need to choose a project that is of interest to you; there are four projects and each incorporates different engineering disciplines. The projects are not yet confirmed so use the 2013 descriptions below as a guide. For a project update and the ENGG1100 timetable, visit www.eait.uq.edu.au/first-year-engineering-projects, at the end of January 2014.

Some projects are offered on more than one afternoon, which will give you some flexibility with planning your timetable. If your first choice is full, you will need to sign on to your second or third choice. EAIT Faculty first year course sign-on opens: 9:00am Wednesday 5th February 2014.

Project A Automated Mine Detection A minefield scenario comprising uneven sand terrain and simulated mines randomly scattered under the surface of the field was provided. Each team designed and built an automated mine sweeper able to navigate around the mine field detecting as many mines as possible in a 5 minute period, without setting mines off. Disciplines: > Electrical > Mechanical > Mechatronic > Software For your timetable select: > Workshop W01 or W02 (1 h/w) > Lecture L01, L02 or L03 (1 h/w) > Seminar S01 (1 h/w) > Practical Session P01, P02, P03 or P04 (2 h/w)

Project B Sanitation in East Timor

Wastewater Reuse - Engineers Without Borders In 2013, teams investigated various approaches to improve sanitation for communities in the Lautem district in Timor Leste. They determined the most cost-effective, environmentally friendly and culturally-acceptable approach(es). Disciplines: > Chemical > Biological > Environmental > Materials For your timetable select: Workshop W01 or W02 (1 h/w) > Lecture L01, L02 or L03 (1 h/w) > Seminar S02 (1 h/w) > Practical Session P05, P06 or P07 (2 h/w)

Project C Automated Non-Floodable Pier for the Brisbane River Teams of students designed a flood-resistant ferry terminal to be used as part of the CityCat network. The objective was to come up with a permanent solution that could withstand a simulated flood scenario like the Brisbane River flood of 2011. Disciplines: > Civil > Electrical > Materials For your timetable select: Workshop W01 or W02 (1 h/w) > Lecture L01, L02 or L03 (1 h/w) > Seminar S03 (1 h/w) > Practical Session P08, P09, P10 or P11 (2 h/w)

Project D Bucket Wheel Excavator (BWE) A scale model of a BWE to remove overburden and brown coal in a lignite mine in the La Trobe Valley was designed, built and demonstrated by student teams. Disciplines: > Mining > Mechanical For your timetable select: Workshop W01 or W02 (1 h/w) > Lecture L01, L02 or L03 (1 h/w) > Practical Session P12 or P13 (3 h/w)

STEP 4

CHOOSE YOUR COURSES AND ENROL First year engineering at UQ is a general foundation year. In second year, you declare your Engineering plan (e.g. Mechanical & Materials, or Electrical).

Use this page like a checklist and draft your semesters. 1. Complete ALL of Part A:

Warning > Choosing courses is not simple! It requires careful planning. > Come to an Advice Seminar and ask for help. > Dual degrees are even more difficult (see page 15).

Check off ENGG1100

Engineering Design

Semester 1

ENGG1200

Engineering Modelling & Problem Solving

Semester 2

MATH1051

Calculus & Linear Algebra I Prerequisite: Maths C or MATH1050

Semester 1 if you have done Maths C (>SA) Semester 2 if you havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t done Maths C

MATH1052

Multivariate Calculus & Ordinary Differential Equations Prerequisite: Maths C or MATH1050

Semester 2 (or Summer Semester)

2. Complete at least one of Part B: Check off ENGG1300

Introduction to Electrical Systems Recommended Prerequisites: Maths C & Senior Physics or equivalent

Semester 1 or 2

ENGG1400

Statics and Dynamics Prerequisite: Maths C or MATH1050

Semester 1 if you have done Maths C (>SA) Semester 2 if you havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t done Maths C

ENGG1500

Engineering Thermodynamics Recommended Prerequisite: Senior Physics or PHYS1171

Semester 1 or 2

Prerequisite = knowledge and skills required before taking the next course. For example, you must have achieved greater than a Sound (SA) in Maths C at high school (or equivalent) before you enrol in MATH1051.

*International students are expected to maintain a full-time enrolment of 8 units/semester (4 courses) and must seek academic advice before any withdrawal.

STEP 4 Complete high school make-up courses from Part D as relevant. You must complete MATH1050 if you haven’t done Maths C or equivalent. CHEM1090 and PHYS1171 are necessary if you are planning on doing a university level chemistry or physics course respectively and you didn’t do a high school level course. Check off CHEM1090

Introductory Chemistry = High School (Senior) Chemistry *Not available if you have SA or higher in Senior Chemistry. Mathematical Foundations = High School Maths C *Not available if you have HA or higher in Maths C

MATH1050

Semester 1

Physical Basis of Biological Systems = High School Physics *Not available if you have SA or higher in (Senior) Physics. You will need EAIT Faculty permission to enrol in PHYS1171.

PHYS1171

Semester 1

Semester 1 or Semester 2

Semester 1

Semester 2

ENGG 1100

ENGG 1 200

3. Select electives from Part C as applicable: Check off BIOL1040

Cells to Organisms

Semester 2

CHEE1001

Principles of Biological Engineering

Semester 1 ONLY

CHEM1100

Chemistry - Energetics & Reactivity Prerequisite: Senior Chemistry or CHEM1090

Semester 1 or 2

CSSE1001

Introduction to Software Engineering

Semester 1 or 2

ENGG1600

Introduction to Research Practices The Big Issues

Semester 2 ONLY

ERTH1501

Earth Processes & Geological Materials for Engineers

Semester 1 ONLY

PHYS1002

Electromagnetism & Modern Physics Prerequisite: Senior Physics or PHYS1171

Semester 1 if you have done Physics and Maths C Semester 2 if you haven’t done Physics and Maths C

Want help with electives? PTO

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STEP 4 To get into a 2nd year engineering discipline, you must have these courses: Coloured squares represent a discipline-specific elective. Maths C: Completed & Achieved greater than Sound

‘Undecided’ gives you the best flexibility if you don’t know what you want yet.

Maths C: Not completed or Achieved Sound or less

Undecided Sem 1

ENGG1100

MATH1051

ENGG1400

ENGG1300

Sem 2

ENGG1200

MATH1052

ENGG1500

ENGG1100

MATH1050

ENGG1300

ENGG1500

ENGG1200

MATH1051

MATH1052*

ENGG1400

Chemical - Chemical & Materials - Chemical & Metallurgical Chemical & Environmental (Minor) - Chemical & Food (Minor) Sem 1

ENGG1100

MATH1051

CHEM1100

ENGG1500

Sem 2

ENGG1200

MATH1052

ENGG1100

MATH1050

ENGG1500

ENGG1200

MATH1051

MATH1052*

CHEM1100

Chemical & Biological (Minor) Sem 1

ENGG1100

MATH1051

CHEM1100

CHEE1001

Sem 2

ENGG1200

MATH1052

ENGG1500

ENGG1100

MATH1050

CHEM1100

CHEE1001

ENGG1200

MATH1051

MATH1052*

ENGG1500

Civil - Civil & Environmental - Civil & Geotechnical Sem 1

ENGG1100

MATH1051

ENGG1400

ENGG1100

MATH1050

Sem 2

ENGG1200

MATH1052

ENGG1200

MATH1051

MATH1052*

ENGG1400

ENGG1100

MATH1050

ENGG1300

CSSE1001

ENGG1200

MATH1051

MATH1052*

ENGG1100

MATH1050

ENGG1300

CSSE1001

ENGG1200

MATH1051

MATH1052*

BIOL1040

ENGG1100

MATH1050

ENGG1300

CSSE1001

ENGG1200

MATH1051

MATH1052*

PHYS1002

Electrical Sem 1

ENGG1100

MATH1051

ENGG1300

CSSE1001

Sem 2

ENGG1200

MATH1052

Sem 1

ENGG1100

MATH1051

ENGG1300

Sem 2

ENGG1200

MATH1052

BIOL1040

Electrical & Biomedical CSSE1001

Electrical & Computer Sem 1

ENGG1100

MATH1051

ENGG1300

CSSE1001

Sem 2

ENGG1200

MATH1052

PHYS1002

Mechanical - Mechanical & Aerospace - Mechanical & Materials Sem 1

ENGG1100

MATH1051

ENGG1400

ENGG1100

MATH1050

ENGG1500

CSSE1001

Sem 2

ENGG1200

MATH1052

ENGG1300

ENGG1200

MATH1051

MATH1052*

ENGG1400

Sem 1

ENGG1100

MATH1051

ENGG1300

ENGG1100

MATH1050

ENGG1300

CSSE1001

Sem 2

ENGG1200

MATH1052

ENGG1400

ENGG1200

MATH1051

MATH1052*

ENGG1400

ENGG1500

Mechatronic CSSE1001

Mining - Mining & Geotechnical Sem 1

ENGG1100

MATH1051

ENGG1400

ERTH1501

Sem 2

ENGG1200

MATH1052

Sem 1

ENGG1100

MATH1051

Sem 2

ENGG1200

MATH1052

ENGG1100

MATH1050

ERTH1501

ENGG1200

MATH1051

MATH1052*

ENGG1400

ENGG1100

MATH1050

ENGG1300

CSSE1001

ENGG1200

MATH1051

MATH1052*

Software ENGG1300

CSSE1001

*If you achieve a grade of 4 in MATH1050, we strongly recommend that you don’t attempt both MATH1051 and MATH1052 in Semester 2. Instead you can take MATH1052 in Summer Semester. 8

STEP 4 Already know what you want to do? These electives will give you a head start. Undecided

Recommended discipline-specific electives: 1. If you haven’t done High School Physics take PHYS1171 in Semester 1 and ENGG1300 in Semester 2; 2. If you haven’t done High School Chemistry take CHEM1090 in Semester 1 and ENGG1300 in Semester 2; otherwise 3. Choose an elective from Part C.

Chemical including: + Biological (minor) + Environmental (minor) + Food (minor) + Materials + Metallurgy

Civil including: + Environmental + Geotechnical

1. If you haven’t done High School Chemistry take CHEM1090 in Semester 1 and take CHEM1100 in Semester 2; 2. If you haven’t done High School Physics take PHYS1171 in Semester 1 and ENGG1500 in Semester 2; 3. Choose an elective from Part B - ENGG1300 or ENGG1400; otherwise 4. Choose an elective from Part C

ERTH1501 (Semester 1 only) is recommended for Chemical + Metallurgical

CHEE1001 (Semester 1 only) is required for Chemical + Biological (Minor)

1. If you haven’t done High School Physics take PHYS1171 2. If you haven’t done High School Chemistry and want to do Civil + Environmental take CHEM1090; otherwise 3. Choose an elective from Part B or C. Priority choices include: ENGG1500, ERTH1501 (Semester 1 only), CHEM1100, CSEE1001

Electrical

ERTH1501 is required for Civil + Geotechnical - but can also take in 3rd year.

ENGG1500 is required for Civil + Environmental - but can also take in 3rd year.

1. If you haven’t done High School Physics take PHYS1171 in Semester 1; 2. Take PHYS1002; otherwise 3. Choose ENGG1400

Electrical + Computer Electrical + Biomedical; Mechatronic

1. If you haven’t done High School Physics take PHYS1171 in Semester 1; otherwise 2. Choose INFS1200 1. If you haven’t done High School Physics take PHYS1171 in Semester 1; otherwise 2. Choose PHYS1002

Mechanical including:

1. If you haven’t done High School Physics take PHYS1171 in Semester 1;

+ Aerospace + Materials

2. If you haven’t done High School Chemistry take CHEM1090 in Semester 1; otherwise 3. Choose an elective from Part C

Mining including:

1. If you haven’t done High School Physics take PHYS1171;

+ Geotechnical

2. If you haven’t High School Chemistry take CHEM1090 in Semester 1; otherwise 3. Choose ENGG1300 ERTH1501 must be taken in Semester 1 of 1st year for Mining + Geotechnical.

Software

For Mining, it can be taken in Semester 1 of 1st or 2nd year.

Choose INFS1200 and/or MATH1061

STEP 5

CLASS SIGN ON 1. Go to mySI-net. DO NOT log in. www.sinet.uq.edu.au

2. Under Menu > Guest Links select Course & Timetable Info

Contact Hours

3. Search for each of your courses

Sessions

> Select correct semester > Type in course code, click Search > Check the box and hit Next Step > Print out information

4. Plan your timetable - set up a timetable template (i.e. Mon-Fri, 0800-1800)

The course timetable shows contact hours. e.g. MATH1051 3L1T1P = 3h of lectures/1h tutorial + 1h of practical.

As there are over 1100 students in the first year of the BE, we offer some classes more than once. In these cases, you need to choose: > One series of lectures (L01 or L02); > One tutorial group (T01, T02 or T03 etc); and > One laboratory or practical group (P01, P02, or P03 etc). For example, for ENGG1100 you may choose lecture stream 2 (L02), Project C (P09), S03, workshop stream (W01).

a) Start with ENGG1100:

> Select a workshop (W01 or W02) > Add a lecture stream (L01, L02 or L03) > Choose your project (P01, P02 etc.) > Include your seminar (S01, S02, S03) as applicable.

b) Add lectures, tutorials, etc. for courses that have only one stream. These are only offered once. c) Juggle lecture streams first, then add in tutorials, practicalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s until your timetable works.

Avoid Clashes It is up to you to manage your timetable so that you are able to attend all components of your selected courses. Ensure you read the dates carefully as not all practicals/seminars are weekly.

5. What if my chosen sign-on class is full? a) Check your timetable for alternatives and/or seek further assistance at a Drop in session (page 2). b) Email your course coordinator with your request (link at bottom of sign on page). Include your name, student number, reasons for your request, and potential alternatives. Remember - sometimes we canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t accommodate your preferences.

6. Check your student emails regularly to ensure you are up to date with course sign on dates/times. BE Project Day 2013

Further details regarding electronic sign on, go to: www.uq.edu.au/myadvisor/electronic-sign-on. 10

STEP 6

GET READY FOR CLASSES We’ve put critical ENGG1100 submission dates in. We recommend you put assessment dates in for your other courses too.

Semester 1 critical dates Week MON

TUE

WED

1 3 Mar 4 Mar 5 Mar First Semester

THU 6 Mar

FRI 7 Mar

Classes Commence

10 Mar

11 Mar

12 Mar

13 Mar

14 Mar Last day to add courses Fees due (paying up front)

17 Mar

18 Mar

19 Mar

20 Mar

21 Mar

24 Mar

26 Mar

27 Mar

28 Mar

25 Mar

ENGG1100 PRELIMINARY REPORT DUE

31 Mar Last day to drop courses without financial liability

1 Apr

2 Apr

3 Apr

4 Apr

7 Apr

8 Apr

9 Apr

10 Apr

11 Apr

BREAK

14 Apr

15 Apr

16 Apr

17 Apr

18 Apr (Good Friday)

21 Apr

22 Apr

23 Apr

24 Apr

25 Apr (Anzac Day)

28 Apr

29 Apr

30 Apr Last day to drop courses without academic penalty

1 May

2 May

5 May

6 May

7 May

8 May

9 May

ENGG1100 MILESTONE

12 May

13 May

14 May

15 May

16 May

19 May

20 May

21 May

22 May

23 May

26 May

27 May

28 May

29 May

30 May

2 June

3 June

4 June

5 June

6 June ENGG1100 FINAL REPORT

ENGG1100 DEMONSTRATION DAYS

SWOTVAC EXAMS

9 June (Queen’s B’day)

EXAMS 14th - 28th June Academic calendar: http://www.uq.edu.au/events/calendar_view.php?category_id=16

Printed prior to confirmation of Course profiles. Go to www.eait.uq.edu.au/be-course-profiles for updates Don’t carry on with any courses you have ‘given up on’. You must formally withdraw*: > By the end of March so you aren’t charged $$ for the course > By the end of April so you don’t lower your GPA

STEP 6 FAQs for 1st Year (Facebook - FYELC UQ) What is the FYELC?

First Year Engineering Learning Centre (50-C201) = space for you. www.eait.uq.edu.au/first-year-learning-centre

What do I have to do to succeed?

BE ACTIVE! Attend all lectures, practicals and tutorials -checkout Facebook participate in learning activities - practise problems - revise and review your work.

What happens if I don’t turn up?

You will need to catch up; talk to your peers and look on Blackboard for what you’ve missed. If it’s a compulsory session, you can lose marks for not attending.

How many classes can I miss?

If you attend less than 60% of the classes, you may as well withdraw - it’s highly likely you will fail. For best results, attend everything!

Where do I hand in my assignments?

Read the course profile: some submissions will be to the tutor, some online, and some will need a cover sheet from www.eng.uq.edu.au/coversheets/ for submission to the EAIT Faculty Assignment Centre chute (50-S203, opposite the FYELC).

What if my assignment is late?

There are only two allowable reasons: Medical (you will need to supply a medical certificate) and Personal. See/email the lecturer, well before the due date if possible. Supporting documentation/evidence may be required.

How much study do I need to do outside class?

About 2 hours for every 1 hour of face-to-face contact.

Do I need to have my own laptop?

It depends on your courses. Wait until the end of first week before you make a decision. You can borrow a laptop in the FYELC from 8:30am - 4:00pm, but you can’t take it outside the FYELC. You should at least have a USB flash drive with your student ID on it to store your work.

What calculator can I use?

For many engineering courses, you will need an approved nonprogrammable calculator for use in exams. You will need to obtain an approval label from Student Centre (JD Story Building, level 1) prior to the exam. Over 100 calculator models have been approved for use in exams. The most popular models are: > Casio fx-82 (any variant) > Casio fx-100AU > Sharp EL-531 (several variants) > Texas Instruments TI-30 (several variants) More details on approved calculator models and obtaining an approval label can be found at www.uq.edu.au/myadvisor/exam-calculators.

Can I eat and drink in a lecture?

No. Lecture theatres are no-go zones for food or drink.

Can I eat and drink in the library?

Yes - but only if it’s cold food that’s wrapped or in a closed container. You must not make a mess and you must clean up after yourself. Drinks must be in a covered container (i.e. with a lid).

Can I eat and drink in the FYELC?

Yes - but you are expected to keep the place clean and tidy.

What else can I do in the FYELC?

Borrow a laptop, catch up with friends, book a meeting room (9:00am-4:00pm), arrange appointments with your first year academic advisor Professor John Simmons, heat up your lunch, refill your water bottle, find out about the latest engineering events or just relax.

STEP 6 Plan Ahead Using a weekly schedule effectively 1. Fill in the time slots with your lectures, tutorials, practicals etc. 2. Fill in other fixed activities such as meals, work, extracurricular commitments, sleep, etc. We recommend <10h/wk paid work for full time students

HOURS OF STUDY FOR EACH COURSE: Course

Contact Time Study Time (from course profile)

MATH1051 3L + 1T + 1P = 5h

10 - 5 = 5 12 - 5 = 7 5 to 7h

Which days? Mon pm Wed am

3. Determine the amount of time needed weekly to study for each class and jot those hours down in the space provided. Each course in Engineering at UQ expects you to do about 10 to12 hours per week, including contact time. Fill in the table to work out how much study you need to do each week. For MATH1051, for example, there are three 1 hour lectures, a 1 hour tutorial, and a 1 hour practical each week. So there are five hours of contact time each week - 10 to 12 hours minus those 5 hours leaves 5 to 7 hours of study. Use your timetable to work out which days are best for study and decide where to study: at the library, in the FYELC, at home... wherever you study best.

Remember: 4. List other activities (exercising, socialising, personal care, housekeeping, etc.) and determine the amount of time (weekly) you want to devote to them.

> 30-50 minutes is the maximum amount of time most people can concentrate before needing a 5-10 minute break

5. Allocate specific time slots to both study and other activities.

> Approximately 90% of new information is forgotten within 24 hours unless it is reviewed

6. Add in time each week for a â&#x20AC;&#x153;long term projectâ&#x20AC;? review (at least 30 minutes). Set up a Gantt chart, use Excel or a large wall calendar of the whole semester. Using page11, chart dates of course requirements needing long term planning. Such as assignments and exams. Use this weekly review to look at your calendar and determine specific activities you need to accomplish for that week. 7. Follow the completed chart for one week and then evaluate its effectiveness and appropriateness. Revise it as necessary; both at the end of week and periodically during the semester.

> Reviewing old information immediately before new learning is to take place helps establish a connection between the two and thus significantly improves retention > Re-learning takes less time than initial learning and is less likely to be forgotten

Consider personal factors: > Time of day you are most alert > Need for structure vs flexibility > Ability to concentrate on a task

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STEP 7

READ UP ON MORE INFORMATION Compulsory BE Requirement There is one extra-curricular compulsory requirement for the BE: Engineering Professional Practice (EPP) In accordance with the accreditation requirements of Engineers Australia, you must have 60 days of professional engineering practice. Of these 60 days, a minimum of 30 days must be carried out assisting or under the immediate direction of a professional engineer. Places to look for vacation work: > Student Services Calendar for Showcase Events

What can you expect from UQ and what we expect of you The Student Charter sets out the expectations you can hold for your education and outlines what is expected of you while studying: www.uq.edu.au/myadvisor/ the-student-charters

> UQ Career Hub > Noticeboards in Hawken Engineering Building (50) > FYELC Facebook or Blackboard sites > Take letters and your CV to companies on your own accord - initiative is an attractive quality to potential employers > Careers Fairs at UQ, the Convention Centre or other venues around Brisbane

Interested in advanced industry or research placement? Think about enrolling in the Bachelor/Master of Engineering(BE/ME) Go to www.eait.uq.edu.au/be-me

> Your family, friends, peers and mentors - they may know appropriate companies For more details check: www.eait.uq.edu.au/engineering-industry-experience Start looking early and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t give up.

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STEP 7 What’s a Major? For your BE (Bachelor of Engineering), you must attain #64 (#64 units). Most courses are worth #2. If you do 4 courses a semester, that’s #8 a semester, or #16 a year… so the BE is a four year program.

Major + Minor (Chemical Engineering only #10 to Major) > Chemical + Biological > Chemical + Environmental > Chemical + Food

There are four methods of specialisation in engineering. You need to think carefully about your choice, as it will affect the number and type of electives you can select. You should also read the BE Program rules: www.uq.edu.au/student/ProgramRules2014/2014-Bachelorof-Engineering-2001.pdf Major (#50 of #64 from specified list) > Chemical > Civil > Electrical > Mechanical > Mining > Software

Dual Major (#60 from a specified list*) > Chemical + Materials > Chemical + Metallurgical > Civil + Environmental > Civil + Geotechnical > Mechanical + Aerospace > Mechanical + Materials > Mining + Geotechnical > Electrical + Biomedical > Electrical + Computer

Extended Major* (#60 of #64 from specified list) > Chemical > Civil > Electrical > Mechanical > Mechatronic > Mining > Software

*Extended and Dual Majors have specific requirements. Please visit www.uq.edu.au/study for further details.

Dual Degrees

BE dual program students cannot do some courses. Specific restrictions apply to: ECON1050, ECON1310, MGTS1201, and STAT1201 as these courses are covered in the BE; you will NOT receive credit if you do them.

Dual Degree programs give you the opportunity to broaden your education and experience. However you will need to plan your degree in full now so that things go smoothly. Please refer to: www.eait.uq.edu.au/be-dual-programs for further advice and contact your first year academic advisor. To enrol in a dual degree program, please contact the EAIT Faculty Office: admin@eait.uq.edu.au

Review your course list every semester. If in doubt, see an academic advisor.

BE/BA BE/BBioTech BE/BBusMan

BE/BCom

BE/BEcon

BE/BInfTech

BE/BSc

#88 #88 #88 #88 #88 #88 #80 #56/#32 #52/#36 #52/#36 #52/#36 #52/#36 #56-62/#32-26 #62/#18 BE Single Majors Chemical ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Civil ✓ X ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Electrical ✓ X ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Mechanical ✓ X ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Mining ✓ X ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Software ✓ X ✓ ✓ ✓ X ✓ BE Dual Majors, Extended Majors, Majors with Minors ✓ ✓ Electrical (extended) X X X X X Electrical & Computer X X X X X ✓ ✓ Electrical & Biomedical X X X X X ✓ ✓ Mechatronic X X X X X ✓ ✓ All other BE dual majors, extended majors and single majors with minors

NOTE: Only with the BE/BSc can you still chose any BE Major, Extended Major, Dual Major or Major with Minor. BA = Bachelor of Arts BBiotech = Bachelor of Biotechnology BBusMan = Bachelor or Business Management BCom = Bachelor of Commerce

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BEcon = Bachelor of Economics BInfTech = Bachelor of Information Technology BSc = Bachelor of Science

STEP 7 Be Active Start each course by understanding the requirements: how is the course structured, what are the learning resources, what are the assessments and when are they due? Check the course profile to find this information: www.uq.edu.au/study/. Manage your time effectively - put together both a semester and weekly schedule (page 13). Check out www.uq.edu.au/student-services/learning for Time Management Workshops. Keep good notes - and augment your notes - rewrite your notes so that they have more meaning for you - ensure that they are complete. Use all the learning resources available - use the course tutors - use the FYELC tutors - use online tutorials - attend PASS sessions - go to lectures - participate in everything that is offered. PRACTISE, PRACTISE, PRACTISE - you must sit down and do the maths problems, work through the statics questions etc. - if you haven’t tried and solved the problems yourself then you will not be able to do them in an exam situation. Looking over a problem and its solution is not good enough. You must work through the solution and resist the urge to use ‘pre-fab’ answers from your friends or the web. (You can’t phone-a-friend or use Google in an exam.)

Study for exams at least one week in advance - go to any review sessions that are held - work through old exams practice an old test with timing (and no solutions). In an exam - get there early with extra pens/batteries etc. read the paper through first (annotate with equations and 1st thoughts) - allot time for each question based on the weighting - make sure that you’ve seen all the questions start with an easy question - if you get stuck move on and come back later - watch the time - never leave before time is up - use the extra time to review your answers. With a big exam question - jot down all your notes for the marker - sketch a diagram and label it - write down the formula - check the result - if it doesn’t look right (e.g. wrong units, wrong order of magnitude, unexpected outcome) then write a note for the marker - if you are stuck describe how the problem is solved/estimate the answer/put down relevant knowledge and try and get some partial marks. Students services offer a number of free workshops:

www.uq.edu.au/student-services/ learning-workshops

The UQ Engineering Mentor Program Going from high school to university is a big step and we figure the best person to help you with this transition is a student who’s been there, done that and is still wearing the t-shirt! The UQ First Year Engineering Learning Centre (FYELC) connects you with an engineering student who can pass on his or her knowledge and help you adjust to university life during your first initial weeks at UQ. The mentors can help

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with everything from finding the cheapest textbooks and giving you tips for lectures to easing your way into the social side of uni life and all that it has to offer you! Check out the FYELC Tutor Timetable (50-C201) for further details and don’t forget to add the FYELC Facebook page so you can keep up to date with all Engineering Society and University opportunities (Facebook - FYELC UQ).

STEP 7 Scholarships and Prizes The University of Queensland offers a number of scholarships. See www.uq.edu.au/study/scholarships and www.eait.uq.edu.au/engineering-scholarships for details.

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Memberships and Student Societies Professional bodies Professional bodies support student members through Student Chapters. These chapters provide career guidance, mentoring, and assistance in finding vacation work and study resources. As a student member you may be eligible for a variety of prestigious scholarships, awards and special funds. Engineers Australia (EA) > EA is the largest and most respected representative body for engineering in Australia. EA is responsible for the accreditation of engineering degrees and also for the chartered status of professional engineers. Student membership is free; www.engineersaustralia.org.au/membership. Young Engineers at the University of Queensland (YEAUQ) > YEAUQ organise several events throughout the year, such as the Engineering Careers Expo, and networking events. YEAUQ aims to help students establish useful contacts within industry, paving the way towards vacation work and graduate employment; www.yeauq.org.au. Professionals Australia > Professionals Australia focus on issues that affect you in your profession and represent more than 25,000 professionals and students across Australia. (previously known as the Association of Professional Engineers, Scientists and Managers, Australia. (APESMA); www.professionalsaustralia.org.au > The Institute of Chemical Engineers (IChemE); www.icheme.org/ > Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE); www.ieee.org/

> Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AsuIMM); www.ausimm.com.au/ > Australian Computer Society; www.acs.org.au/

Student Societies UQ Engineering supports several student clubs. Joining these societies is a great way to meet other students: > Engineering Undergraduate Society (EUS); www.uqeus.com.au/ > Civil Engineering Student Association (CESA); www.uqcesa.com/ > Chemical and Environmental Engineering Students Society (ChESS); www.facebook.com/chess.uq > Electrically Based Engineering Students Society (EBESS); uqebess.com/ > Mining and Metallurgical Association (MAMA); www.uqmama.com/ > Mechanical Engineering Students Society (MESS); www.facebook.com/messuq > Skirts in Engineering (Women in Engineering); www.facebook.com/uqskirts > Women in Engineering www.eait.uq.edu.au/women-in-engineering (wie@eait.uq.edu.au) Visit www.eait.uq.edu.au/eng-student-societies for more details and catch up with them on market day during O-Week. Keep an ear out for the Club and Societies day held early in Semester 1 in the FYELC.

STEP 7 Studying Overseas Engineering students have an opportunity to enhance their degree by studying abroad for 1 or 2 semesters through the UQ Abroad program. UQ has partnerships with over 150 universities in 37 countries. Students studying overseas remain enrolled at UQ, continue to pay (or defer) fees and earn credit towards their UQ degree. No additional tuition fees are paid to the host university. Depending on your BE specialisation, and the university you go to, you can take equivalent compulsory courses, engineering electives or other electives. Most engineering students go on exchange after they have completed two years of study. Some overseas universities

require you to start at a certain time of year and others require you to stay for a whole year. The timing is dependent on your BE specialisation and the courses you would like to take. Your academic advisor can help you pick the right courses. If you need specific advice, you should talk to one of the academic advisors in your specialisation and visit the UQ Abroad website: www.uq.edu.au/uqabroad.

Like the sound of travelling to France? Check out www.eait.uq.edu.au/ecoles-centrales.

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Academic Advice Full details of engineering academic advisors can be located at: www.eait.uq.edu.au/eng-academic-advice. EAIT advisors are happy to answer your questions and provide advice (EAIT Faculty Office, 50-S204) on: > Credit from previous study > Late addition of a course > Withdrawing from a program or course > Enrolling in more than #8 per semester > Deferred examinations > Supplementary assessments > Graduation assessment > Unsatisfactory Academic Progress and Show Cause Applications. Further information and application forms can be located at www.uq.edu.au/myadvisor.

For specific first year advice, email Yr1Eng@uq.edu.au for an appointment. ENGG1200 Project A - Aerial Deployment

STEP 7 Equity and Diversity @ UQ

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All students and staff are entitled to work and study in an equitable environment, free of discrimination and harassment. The UQ Student Charter provides a guide on reasonable conduct and studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; responsibilities and expectations. STUDENT CHARTER 3.60.01 ppl.app.uq.edu.au/content/3.60.01-student-charter The Respect DVD series has been developed to raise awareness regarding acceptable and appropriate behaviour and can be viewed on the Equity Office Website. All students are asked to watch these modules. RESPECT DVD www.uq.edu.au/equity/respect-dvd The Student Grievance Resolution Policy outlines procedures for resolving a range of issues which may be of concern. If the grievance relates to discrimination, harassment or bullying, you can use the procedures outlined in the Discrimination and Harassment Policy and should also consider contacting a Discrimination and Harassment Contact Officer (DHCO). DHCOs are specially trained staff who provide information regarding these procedures. If you feel that you would like further support, the UQ Union (Student Union) is also available to assist and advocate on your behalf.

UQ UNION www.uqu.com.au/#support-and-representation Student Services provides counselling, free support services, and additional facilities for students with a disability, illness or injury. STUDENT SERVICES www.uq.edu.au/student-services The UQ Ally Program is a network of staff who are supportive of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex staff and students. UQ ALLY PROGRAM www.uq.edu.au/equity/uq-allies Finally, as a student, there are many ways you can help promote an equitable and fair environment where everyone feels valued, and discrimination and harassment are not welcome. For instance: > Treat others with respect > Value and celebrate difference > Speak out if you witness unfair treatment > Take care not to tell jokes or make comments that may offend

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STEP 7 DO YOU NEED HELP? PERSONAL UQ HEALTH SERVICES

COURSES

www.uq.edu.au/healthservice STUDENT SERVICES www.uq.edu.au/student-services/

DETAILS > Lecturer > Blackboard > Tutor > Course Profile ASSESSMENT Course Profile www.courses.uq.edu.au Blackboard site blackboard.elearning.uq.edu.au

Emailing at UQ must be professional. Include your: 1. Full name 2. Student ID 3. Program and plan details 4. Contact number

HELP FYELC Tutor 0900-1500 in FYELC (50-C201) Weeks 2-13 of Semester 1 & 2 inc SWOTVAC

Terminology Explained BE

Bachelor of Engineering.

BE Course List

The courses you have to pass in order to receive your degree. Specifies compulsory and elective courses - www.uq.edu.au/study/

Blackboard

Learning management system by UQ. Access via my.UQ under Elearning. Contains assessment information, announcements, updates, some assignment marks and discussion boards for each of your courses.

Course

Subject or class (e.g. ENGG1100, MATH1051).

Compulsory Course

Course that you must take (e.g. ENGG1100).

Discipline

Field of studies or specialisation within engineering (e.g. Civil Engineering).

Dual Degree or Dual Program

Combination of two UQ degrees taken at the same time. The BE can be taken with Arts, Biotechnology, Business Management, Commerce, Economics, Information Technology or Science.

Dual Major

Combination of two fields within engineering (e.g. BE with a dual major in Mechanical and Materials Engineering).

Elective Course

A course you choose to complete. There’s a list for the BE program. If it’s not on the list, you’ll need permission from the Associate Dean (Academic). adacademic@eait.uq.edu.au

STEP 7 ACADEMIC GENERAL ADVICE

ADMINISTRATION

First Year Enquiries FYELC (50-C201) Yr1Eng@uq.edu.au 3346 7881

Student ID Card, Duhig Building (2), Level 2 Take your offer letter and photo ID

Appointments for your First Year Academic Advisor Prof. John Simmons Yr1Eng@uq.edu.au

Fees/Calulator approval Student Centre JD Story Building (21D) Level 1

FYELC Manager Yr1Eng@uq.edu.au EAIT Faculty Office 50-S204 enquiries@eait.uq.edu.au 3365 4777

Timetable Issues > Attend a drop in session (see page 2) > Email Yr1Eng@uq.edu.au (ENGG1100 only) > Email the course coordinator using link on timetable page

Extended Major

Like a major, but with in-depth study. (e.g. BE with an extended major in Mining Engineering). An extended major requires #60, specifically in your chosen field).

Major

A specialisation within engineering (e.g. BE majoring in Electrical Engineering with #50 of the #64 for the BE coming from the Electrical Engineering course list).

Minor

Complementary area of specialisation in conjunction with a Major comprising #10 (e.g. BE majoring in Chemical Engineering with a Minor in Food Engineering). Does not appear on your final testamure (certificate).

mySI-net

UQâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s online student enrolment system - www.sinet.uq.edu.au

Plan

mySI-net calls a discipline (e.g. Mechanical Engineering) a plan; you can declare your plan online.

Prerequisite

A level of knowledge and skill you must have before participating in a course. (e.g. You must have MATH1050 or Maths C before you do MATH1051).

Program

Your program is the Bachelor of Engineering (BE), unless you chose a dual degree.

Units (#)

Most courses are 2 units (#2). A full time study load for a semester is #6 or more, so thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 3 or more courses. Most students do 4 courses, #8 in each semester. International students must do #8.

Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology Hawken Engineering Building (50) Phone: +61 7 3365 4777 Email: enquiries@eait.uq.edu.au Internet: www.eait.uq.edu.au School of Chemical Engineering Don Nicklin Building (74) Phone: +61 7 3365 6195 Email: enquiries@chemeng.uq.edu.au Internet: www.chemeng.uq.edu.au

School of Civil Engineering Advanced Engineering Building (49)

School of Mechanical and Mining Engineering

Phone: +61 7 3365 3619 Email: enquires@civil.uq.edu.au Internet: www.civil.uq.edu.au

Mansergh Shaw Building (45) Phone: +61 7 3365 3668 Email: enquiries@mechmining.uq.edu.au Internet: www.mechmining.uq.edu.au

School of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering General Purpose South Building (78) Phone: +61 7 3365 2097 Email: enquiries@itee.uq.edu.au Internet: www.itee.uq.edu.au

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