P3

Definition
Understanding of contexts in which engineering knowledge can be applied (e.g. operations and management, technology development, etc).

Sub skills
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Assessment
Current methods used to assess ability in the skill.

Benchmarks
CORE

Introduction to Electronic Systems

Be able to place the fundamental material taught so far into a real-world context.

All elements

The engineering context of taught material is a thread which runs through all modules. Staff are encouraged to provide anecdotal or contextual information that anchors knowledge in a professional engineering context.

NON-CORE

Principles of Flight

To consider the shape of an aircraft, its systems and likely performance, and how these relate to the intended role.

Links, Networks and Protocols

Understand how protocol layers work together, and the functions of the application, transport, network, data-link and physical layers. Understand the tradeoffs in designing optimum protocols for at least one layer.

Computer Operating Systems and Interfacing

Understand, compare and contrast the leading computer operating systems.

People in Technology-based Organisations

Analyse a technical company. Select the quality system appropriate to a new product. Design the specification for a technical person. Design an advertisement for a vacancy. Produce a marketing plan for a new product. Select the production system for a new product. Describe and analyse an organisation’s competitive environment.

Management and Marketing of Technology

Understand the place of technology management in the modern world. Understand the change implications of a technological innovation on an organisation.

Relevant Higher Order Skills
Electrical Engineering