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| Module Availability |
Spring Semester
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Unit(s) of Assessment
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Weighting Towards Module Mark (%)
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Project report
Project presentation
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100%
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| Module Overview |
The course has been designed to provide the students with deeper understanding and hands-on knowledge of the processes involved in the electronic product design and management. |
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| Prerequisites/Co-requisites |
None |
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| Module Aims |
· To provide an exposure to topics relating to electronic product design and management.
· To show that learning at this level can be achieved by individual study.
· To give practice in sharing your knowledge with others.
For logistical reasons, the course may be limited to 30 students. |
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| Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module a student will be able to demonstrate:
· Understanding of selected topics relating to engineering design and management
· The ability to convey the design process and outcomes in both written and oral form
Competence in sharing knowledge with others |
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| Module Content |
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Models of the design process
Creative thinking
Technical writing and referencing
Presentational skills
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PCB design
Electromagnetic compatibility
Thermal design
Device interface design
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User aspects and usability
Sketching
Information visualisation
Interaction design
User experience design
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| Methods of Teaching/Learning |
Lectures, group work and student presentations |
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| Selected Texts/Journals |
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Cross
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Engineering Design Methods
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0-471-94228-6
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Wiley
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£18
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| Last Updated |
12 August 2010 |
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