GEG3133

Engineering computer applications

K R Spriggs

4.5 points
* 13 lecture hours, 26 tutorial hours and 26 laboratory hours
* First semester
* Gippsland/distance
* Prerequisites: GEG1123 or GEG1133, GEG2136. Substantial completion of second level plus enrolment in other third-level subjects

Objectives The student is expected to develop an understanding of systematic definition and characterisation of engineering problems together with an appreciation of computer software/hardware for modelling. The student is expected to gain proficiency in translating problems to useful computer models/simulations. The student should gain competence in designing interactive interfaces for data input and processing/decision information feedback.

Synopsis Systematic definition and characterisation of engineering problems. Determination of software, computer hardware and practical constraints. Selection of appropriate solution techniques for a range of real engineering problems. Construction of an interactive computer simulation/model of typical problems including graphical output, user interaction and their use in forming engineering judgements between options. Validation of models/simulations based on model sensitivity, error analysis and domain applicability. Particular emphasis on the engineering use of advanced spreadsheets.
Student requirements (for distance education) Access to a desktop computer running Windows 95+. Essential software Borland Delphi 3 and Microsoft Excel 5+.

Assessment Computer project: 50%
* Seminar: 15%
* Assignments: 25%
* Activities: 10%

Prescribed texts

Spriggs L R and Spriggs K R Dynamic Delphi: Object oriented programming for engineers Digital Dynamics, 1997