ENG1602

Engineering computing

Mani (Caulfield), D Suter (Clayton) and K R Spriggs (Gippsland)

4 points
* 24 lecture/tutorial hours and 24 laboratory hours
* First/second semesters, Clayton
* Second semester, Caulfield
* First semester, Gippsland/distance
* Prerequisites: Basic computer keyboard awareness will be assumed. Students lacking these skills will have the opportunity to obtain instruction prior to the commencement of the subject.

Objectives The student is expected to acquire a basic understanding of the use of computers, their capabilities and limitations when applied to engineering problems. The student will acquire skills in the methodology required to cast engineering problems in a form suitable for computer solution; algorithm development via Pascal programming; software fault analysis; and the use of spreadsheets. The student will learn to appreciate the need for critical assessment of computer output, and the impact of approximations made by digital computer-based solutions.

Synopsis Problem formulation and programming concepts. Pascal: standard data types, arrays; control statements; functions and procedures, including parameters. Spreadsheet concepts using Excel. Structured problem solving techniques, applied particularly to engineering problems, will be treated using these tools.

Assessment Problem assignments: 20%
* Practical examination: 20%
* Written two-hour end-of-semester examination: 60%

Student requirements Possession of or access to an IBM-compatible PC is an advantage for all students, and is essential for distance education students. Students with no previous exposure to computers should register for the familiarisation class at the commencement of semester.

References

Bishop J M Turbo Pascal precisely Addison-Wesley, 1992
Koffman E B Pascal 5th edn, Addison-Wesley, 1995