Unit name | Professional Studies A - The Commercial, Economic and Management Context of Engineering Processes |
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Unit code | EFAC20001 |
Credit points | 10 |
Level of study | I/5 |
Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 1 (weeks 1 - 12) |
Unit director | Dr. Wanous |
Open unit status | Not open |
Pre-requisites |
None |
Co-requisites |
None |
School/department | Department of Civil Engineering |
Faculty | Faculty of Engineering |
This unit is designed to provide a number of the generic (core) learning outcomes required for accreditation of engineering programmes under the new UK-SPEC. Specifically, it will explore the commercial and economic context of engineering processes and management techniques, which may be used to ensure such processes achieve their objectives within that context. The unit will cover the environment within which engineering activities take place and the need for engineering-based organisations to develop business strategies in such an environment. Principles of accounting and analysis of company performance will also be covered. Relevant management techniques, including project management, value management and decision-making will also be covered.
Aims:
The aim of this unit is to give students a sound understanding of the commercial and economic context of engineering processes and management techniques, which may be used to ensure such processes achieve their objectives within that context. Also, the unit is designed in a way to develop essential transferable skills including effective communication, good report writing and team working.
On completion, students should be able to:
Lectures
Personal and Professional Development Plan 15% (ILO 1)
Online test, 2 hours 85% (ILO 2-8)