TRC4002 - Professional practice
6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL
Undergraduate Faculty of Engineering
Leader(s): Mrs R Rimington; A/Prof Ponnambalam (M'sia)
Offered
Clayton First semester 2009 (Day)
Sunway First semester 2009 (Day)
Synopsis
This unit provides an introduction to aspects of management relevant to the needs of the professional mechatronics engineer. Students will be introduced to a range of topics including the role of a manager, organizations, financial management, marketing and planning, legal issues and professional ethics.
Objectives
The aim of this unit is to provide a broad introduction to aspects of management relevant to a professional mechatronics engineer. Theoretical concepts will be introduced followed by practical applications and skill development. Students will develop an understanding of the nature of the business environment and learn basic skills in several key areas of management.
Assessment
Assignments: 30%
Examination (3 hours): 70%
Contact hours
3 hours week lectures and 2 hours week tutorials and 7 hours of private study per week