BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING (HONOURS) FIRST YEAR PROGRAM GUIDE 2015

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BACHELOR

OF ENGINEERING

(HONOURS)

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2 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) First Year Program Guide 2015 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) First Year Program Guide 2015 3

Manager

First Year Engineering Learning Centre Ms Lisa Deacon

to the Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology,

The University of Queensland.

First Year Academic Advisor

Emeritus Professor John Simmons AM, FTSE, HonFEAust, CPEng, BSc, BE (Hons), PhD Director,

1st Year Engineering ENGG1100 Coordinator Associate Professor Lydia Kavanagh

BE (Hons), MEngSc, PhD, GCEd, MEAust

WELCOME

WHAT I NEED TO DO?

Administrative Officer First Year Engineering Learning Centre Mrs Susan Morrison ENGG1200 Coordinator

Associate Professor Carl Reidsema

BE, MEngSci, PhD, MEAust

ENGG1400 Coordinator Dr Liza O’Moore BE (Hons), PhD, GCEd, MEAust

ENGG1500 Coordinator Associate Professor Tony Howes

BE (Hons), PhD, GCEd Associate Dean

(Academic) Professor Caroline Crosthwaite BE(Hons), MEngSc, MSc Executive Dean

Professor Simon Biggs FREng, CEng, FIChemE, FRSC

ENGG1300 Coordinator Dr Peter O’Shea BE (Hons), DipEd, PhD

STEP 1

Fill in your diary

> Project Day Compulsory

> Academic Advice Seminar Compulsory > Parents and Partners Evening

> O-Week Activities

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STEP 2

A) Complete the _{B) Academic Integrity Tutorial}COMPULSORY Quiz and 5

STEP 3

Choose your ENGG1100 project 6

STEP 4

Choose your courses and enrol 8

STEP 5

Class SIGN ON

ENGG1100: Thursday 5th February 9:00am

First Year Engineering Courses (ENGG): 5th February 9:00am onwards First Year Science Courses (BIOL, CHEM, MATH, PHYS) : 4th February

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STEP 6

Get ready for classes Plan Ahead

FAQs for 1st Year

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STEP 7

Read up on more information

What’s a Major? Dual Degrees Academic Advice

The UQ Engineering Mentor Program Scholarships & Prizes

Memberships & Student Societies Compulsory BE (Hons) requirement Studying Overseas

Equity & Diversity HELP?

Terminology Explained

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IMPORTANT STEPS TO SUCCEED

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A. DO THE GET SET

COMPULSORY QUIZ

86% who completed the 2014 Quiz passed all their courses.

Students entering into the first year of engineering bring different levels of knowledge and experience. Some have studied Maths C, Physics and Chemistry whilst others may have only studied one of these subjects. In addition, there can be variation in the curriculums offered by domestic and international schools. This can mean that some students may have skill sets that require additional support to assist with their transition to university.

Find out your strengths. Review the knowledge you need.

Results are not used for assessment purposes.

1. Grab a pen and paper. 2. Go to:www.eait.uq.edu.au/

preparation

3. Log on using your UQ login and password and follow the prompts.

63% who completed last year’s Quiz had a GPA > 5.

GPA = Grade Point Average; 4 = Pass, 7= High distinction The information gained through the

Get Set Quiz is used in a number of ways:

> The overall cohort knowledge is fed back to first year lecturers so they can tailor their lectures appropriately;

> An individual report is generated indicating where you may need to do some revision and directing you to relevant resources;

> You will become aware of the knowledge expectations for first year engineering and can revise accordingly and;

> You may also find that the information helps with selecting your courses.

B. DO THE ACADEMIC

INTEGRITY MODULE

STEP 1

STEP 2

For further information on the Semester 1 2015 orientation program, go to: www.uq.edu.au/orientation

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

JAN

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First Year Engineering Learning Centre Welcome and Timetable Advice 9:00am-10:00am (50-C201 FYELC) Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Welcome and Advice Seminar 2:00pm-4:00pm (50-T203)

FEB

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First Year Engineering Learning Centre Welcome and Timetable Advice 9:00am-10:00am (50-C201 FYELC) Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Welcome and Advice Seminar 1:00pm - 3:00pm (49-200)

First Year Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Timetable Advice Drop in Session

10:00am - 4:00pm (50-C201 FYELC)

FEB

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First Year Engineering Learning Centre Welcome and Timetable Advice 9:00am-10:00am (50-C201 FYELC)

FEB

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First Year Engineering Learning Centre Welcome and Timetable Advice 9:00am-10:00am (50-C201 FYELC) EAIT International Students Welcome 1:00pm - 2:00pm (49-200)

COMPULSORY

International First Year Students Advice Seminar 2:00pm - 3:00pm (50-C207 ELCX)

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Welcome and Advice Seminar 3:00pm - 4:00pm (49-200)

BBQ, EUS, Societies, Student Services, Industry

4:00pm - 5:00pm (49-200)

Parents and Partners Information Session

5:00pm - 6:00pm (49-200)

COMPULSORY

FOR ALL FIRST YEAR BE STUDENTS

First Year Students BE Project Day 8:30am - 3:00pm UQ Centre

(Exhibition Hall 27A)

Timetable advice? Drop In session? Get timetable advice tailored to your needs. Bring your timetable with you. Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Welcome and Advice Seminar? An essential academic advice seminar followed by the opportunity to speak to an academic for specific advice.

BBQ & Parents and Partners Evening? > Meet academic

advisors and student societies over a sausage sizzle;

> Hear advice from our Associate Dean, Academic on supporting students.

ATTEND 1

This is compulsory for ENGG1100.

Due:

Friday 13th March 6:00PM

www.uq.edu.au/integrity/Login

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CHOOSE YOUR ENGG1100

PROJECT

You have a choice of four projects in ENGG1100. Each incorporates different engineering disciplines, so choose a project that interests you.

Project A:

Automated

Mine Detection

As a global issue spanning some 64 countries, land mines are an ever present threat. Your team will design, build and demonstrate a cost effective autonomous robotic system that is easily transportable and can navigate varied terrain. One of the requirements will be the research and development of a sensory system which is capable of detection of unexploded ordinance.

Project B:

Water Reuse

in Nepal - Engineers

Without Borders

In Nepal’s hilltop communities, greywater is discharged directly into gardens. This water often contains coarse and fine solids, and biodegradable organic matter, and may be contaminated with harmful bacteria. Clean drinking water is scarce and therefore teams will design and build a modular treatment system that will allow safe and optimal greywater reuse. Winning designs will be submitted to the 2015 EWB Challenge.

Disciplines:

> Electrical > Mechanical > Mechatronic > Software

For your timetable select:

> Workshop W01 or W02 (1 h/w) > Lecture L01, L02 or L03 (1 h/w) > Seminar S01 (1 h/w)

> Practical Session P01, P02, P03 or P04 (2 h/w)

Disciplines:

> Chemical > Biological > Environmental > Materials

> Practical Session P05, P06 or P07 (2 h/w)

For project updates, please visit: www.eait.uq.edu.au/first-year- engineering-projects at the end of January 2015.

STEP 3

Disciplines:

> Civil/Structural > Environmental > Materials

> Practical Session P08, P09, P10 or P11 (2 h/w)

Disciplines:

> Mining > Mechanical

> Workshop W01 or W02 (1 h/w) > Lecture L01, L02 or L03 (1 h/w) > No Seminar

> Practical Session P12 or P13 (3 h/w)

Project C:

Deployable

Transitional Shelter

Teams of students will design a shelter that can be deployed in an emergency situation and used as transitional housing for up to 12 months. In 2014 the project focused on assisting the displaced people in The Philippines after Typhoon Haiyan in November 2013.

Project D

Electric

Mining Shovel

Electric Mining Shovels (EMS) are commonly used in open pit mining operations for the removal of overburden and ore material. These are very large, heavy, expensive and highly productive items of equipment with mine production often

scheduled around their movement and productivity. Your team will research, design, construct and demonstrate a scale model EMS. MIGHT BE A SUBMARINE

IN 2015

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WILL BE A DIFFERENT COMMUNITY IN 2015

LIKELY TO BE AN UNDERGROUND LHD LOADER IN 2015

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The 2015 projects have not yet been confirmed so we have given you the 2014 descriptions below as a guide.

Please note:

All projects are suitable for all engineering students. There is no expectation from any engineering Schools that you will have taken a project aligned with your 2nd year choice of discipline.

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CHOOSE YOUR COURSES

AND ENROL

First year engineering at UQ is a general foundation year. In second year, you

declare your Engineering plan (e.g. Mechanical & Materials, Electrical etc.).

STEP 4

Use this page like a checklist and draft your semesters.

1. Complete ALL of Part A:

2. Complete at least one of Part B:

WARNING

> Choosing courses is not simple! It requires careful planning. > Attend an Advice Seminar and ask for help.

> DUAL DEGREES are even more difficult (see page 17).

Prerequisite = knowledge and skills required before taking the next course. For example, you must have achieved greater than a Sound (SA) in Maths C at high school (or equivalent) before you enrol in MATH1051.

3. Select electives from Part C as applicable (See pages 10/11 for recommendations):

Check Off

ENGG1100 Engineering Design Semester 1

ENGG1200 Engineering Modelling & Problem Solving Semester 2 MATH1051 Calculus & Linear Algebra I

Prerequisite: Maths C or MATH1050

Semester 1 if you have done Maths C (>SA) Semester 2 if you haven’t done Maths C MATH1052

Multivariate Calculus & Ordinary Differential Equations

Prerequisite: Maths C or MATH1050

Semester 2 (or Summer Semester)

Check Off

BIOL1040 Cells to Organisms Semester 2

CHEE1001 Principles of Biological Engineering Semester 1 ONLY

CHEM1100

Chemistry - Energetics & Reactivity Prerequisite: Senior Chemistry or CHEM1090

Semester 1 or 2

CSSE1001 Introduction to Software Engineering Semester 1 or 2 ENGG1600 Research – The Big Issues Semester 2 ONLY ERTH1501 Earth Processes & Geological Materials _{for Engineers} Semester 1 ONLY PHYS1002 Electromagnetism and Modern Physics

Prerequisite: Senior Physics or PHYS1171

Semester 1 if you have done Physics and Maths C Semester 2 if you haven’t done Physics and Maths C

Check Off

ENGG1300

Introduction to Electrical Systems Recommended Prerequisites: Maths C & Senior Physics

Semester 1 or 2

ENGG1400 Statics and Dynamics

Prerequisite: Maths C (>SA) or MATH1050

Semester 1 if you have done Maths C (>SA) Semester 2 if you haven’t done Maths C ENGG1500 Engineering Thermodynamics Recommended Prerequisite: Senior Physics or

PHYS1171 Semester 1 or 2

Complete high school make-up courses from Part D as relevant.

You must complete MATH1050 if you have not completed Maths C (>SA) or equivalent.

CHEM1090 and PHYS1171 are necessary if you are planning on doing a university level chemistry or physics course respectively and you did not complete high school level course.

Semester 1

ENGG1100

1.

2. 3. 4.

Semester 2

ENGG1200

1.

2. 3. 4.

Check Off

CHEM1090 Introductory Chemistry = High School (Senior) Chemistry

*Not available if you have SA or higher in Senior Chemistry. Semester 1 MATH1050 Mathematical Foundations = High School Maths C

*Not available if you have HA or higher in Maths C. Semester 1 PHYS1171

Physical Basis of Biological Systems = High School Physics *Not available if you have SA or higher in (Senior) Physics. You will need EAIT Faculty permission to enrol in PHYS1171.

Semester 1 or 2

International students are expected to maintain a full-time enrolment of 4 courses (#8) per semester and must seek academic advice before any withdrawal.

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Recommended discipline-specific electives:

To get into a 2nd year engineering

discipline, you

MUST

have these

courses:

‘Undecided’ gives you the best flexibility if you don’t know what you want yet.

Coloured squares represent a discipline-specific elective. Already know what you want to do?

These electives will give you a head start.

Maths C:

Completed & Achieved greater than Sound Not completed or Achieved Sound or lessMaths C: Undecided

Sem 1 ENGG1100 MATH1051 ENGG1400 ENGG1300 ENGG1100 MATH1050 ENGG1300 ENGG1500

Sem 2 ENGG1200 MATH1052 ENGG1500 ENGG1200 MATH1051 MATH1052* ENGG1400

Chemical - Chemical & Materials - Chemical & Metallurgical Chemical & Environmental - Chemical & Food (Minor)

Sem 1 ENGG1100 MATH1051 CHEM1100 ENGG1500 ENGG1100 MATH1050 ENGG1500 CHEM1100

Sem 2 ENGG1200 MATH1052 ENGG1200 MATH1051 MATH1052*

Chemical & Biological

Sem 1 ENGG1100 MATH1051 CHEM1100 CHEE1001 ENGG1100 MATH1050 CHEM1100 CHEE1001

Civil - Civil & Environmental - Civil & Geotechnical

Sem 1 ENGG1100 MATH1051 ENGG1400 ENGG1100 MATH1050

Sem 2 ENGG1200 MATH1052 ENGG1200 MATH1051 MATH1052* ENGG1400

Electrical

Sem 1 ENGG1100 MATH1051 ENGG1300 ENGG1100 MATH1050 ENGG1300

Sem 2 ENGG1200 MATH1052 CSSE1001 ENGG1200 MATH1051 MATH1052* CSSE1001

Electrical & Computer

Sem 1 ENGG1100 MATH1051 ENGG1300 CSSE1001 ENGG1100 MATH1050 ENGG1300 CSSE1001

Sem 2 ENGG1200 MATH1052 PHYS1002 ENGG1200 MATH1051 MATH1052* PHYS1002

Electrical & Biomedical

Sem 2 ENGG1200 MATH1052 BIOL1040 ENGG1200 MATH1051 MATH1052* BIOL1040

Mechatronic

Mechanical - Mechanical & Aerospace - Mechanical & Materials

Sem 1 ENGG1100 MATH1051 ENGG1400 ENGG1100 MATH1050 ENGG1500 ENGG1300

Sem 2 ENGG1200 MATH1052 ENGG1300 ENGG1500 ENGG1200 MATH1051 MATH1052* ENGG1400

Mining – Mining & Geotechnical

Sem 1 ENGG1100 MATH1051 ENGG1400 ERTH1501 ENGG1100 MATH1050 ERTH1501

Sem 2 ENGG1200 MATH1052 ENGG1200 MATH1051 MATH1052* ENGG1400

Software

Sem 2 ENGG1200 MATH1052 ENGG1200 MATH1051 MATH1052*

Undecided

1. If you haven’t done High School Physics take PHYS1171 in Semester 1 and ENGG1300 in Semester 2;

2. If you haven’t done High School Chemistry take CHEM1090 in Semester 1 and ENGG1300 in Semester 2; otherwise

3. Choose an elective from Part C

Chemical including:

+ Biological + Environmental + Food (minor) + Materials + Metallurgy

1. If you haven’t done High School Chemistry take CHEM1090 in Semester 1 and take CHEM1100 in Semester 2;

2. If you haven’t done High School Physics take PHYS1171 in Semester 1 and ENGG1500 in Semester2;

3. Choose an elective from Part B – ENGG1300 or ENGG1400; otherwise 4. Choose an elective from Part C –

ERTH1501 (Semester 1 only) is recommended for Chemical + Metallurical CHEE1001 (Semester 1 only) is required for Chemical + Biological

Civil including:

+ Environmental + Geotechnical

1. If you haven’t done High School Physics take PHYS1171

2. If you haven’t done High School Chemistry and want to do Civil + Environmental take CHEM1090; otherwise

3. Choose an elective from Part B or C.

Priority choices include: ENGG1500, ERTH1501 (Semester 1 only), CHEM1100 (Semester 1 only), CSSE1001

ERTH1501 is compulsory for Civil + Geotechnical – but can also take in 3rd year ENGG1500 is compulsory for Civil + Environmental – but can also take in 3rd year

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Electrical

1. If you haven’t done High School Physics take PHYS1171 in Semester 1, putting off ENGG1300 until Semester 2; otherwise;

2. Take PHYS1002; otherwise 3. Choose ENGG1400

Electrical & Computer

2. Choose INFS1200 (Introduction to Information Systems)

Electrical & Biomedical; Mechatronic

2. Choose PHYS1002

Mechanical including:

+ Aerospace + Materials

1. If you haven’t done High School Physics take PHYS1171 in Semester 1;

2. If you haven’t done High School Chemistry take CHEM1090 in Semester 1; otherwise 3. Choose an elective from Part C

Mining including:

+ Geotechnical

1. If you haven’t done High School Physics take PHYS1171 in Semester 1;

2. If you haven’t done High School Chemistry take CHEM1090 in Semester 1; otherwise 3. Choose ENGG1300

ERTH1501 must be taken in Semester 1 of 1st year for Mining + Geotechnical For Mining, it can be taken in Semester 1 or 2nd year

Software 1. Choose INFS1200 (Introduction to Information Systems) and/or MATH1061 *If you achieve a grade of 4 in MATH1050, we strongly recommend that you don’t attempt both MATH1051

and MATH1052 in Semester 2. Instead you can take MATH1052 in Summer Semester.

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CLASS SIGN ON

STEP 5

1. Plan your class timetable.

How do I plan my course timetable?

Go to www.uq.edu.au/startingatuq/plan-your-class-timetable Pro Tips:

> Use the UQ Timetable planner to help plan your semester before sign on opens.

timetableplanner.app.uq.edu.au

> Have a second option/plan ready just in case your first choice is full.

3. What if my chosen sign-on class is full?

a) Check your timetable for alternatives and/or seek further assistance at a Timetable Advice drop in session (see page 4).

b) Email the course coordinator with your request (link at bottom of sign on page). Ensure you include your name, student number, reasons for your request, and possible alternatives. Try to provide at least two options.

4. Check your student emails regularly to ensure you are up to date with course sign on dates/times.

Further details regarding electronic sign on, go to:

www.uq.edu.au/myadvisor/ electronic-sign-on

Contact Hours

The course timetable shows contact hours.

e.g. MATH1051 3L1T1P = 3h of lectures + 1h tutorial + 1h of practical.

Sessions

As there are over 1100 students in the first year of the BE (Hons), we offer some classes more than once. In these cases, you need to choose: > One series of lectures (L01 or L02); > One tutorial group (T01, T02 or

T03 etc); and

> One laboratory or practical group (P01, P02, or P03 etc).

For example, for ENGG1100 you could choose:

• L02 (Lecture stream 2) • P08 (Project C)

• S03 (Project C Seminar) • W01 (Workshop 1) 2. Plan your timetable – set up a timetable template (i.e. Mon-Fri, 0800-1800)

a) Start with ENGG1100 (see page 6): > Select a workshop (W01 or W02) > Add a lecture stream (L01, L02 or L03) > Choose your project

> Project A - P01, P02, P03, P04 > Project B - P05, P06, P07 > Project C - P08, P09, P10, P11 > Project D - P12, P13

> Include your seminar as applicable. > Project A - S01

> Project B - S02 > Project C - S03 > Project D - No Seminar

b) Add lectures, tutorials, etc. for courses that have only one stream. These are only offered once.

c) Select lecture streams first, then add in tutorials, practicals until your timetable is clash free each week.

d) Review your timetable week by week to ensure you are clash free for each class.

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PLAN AHEAD

1. Download one from the Internet or MS Office.

2. Fill in the time slots with your lectures, tutorials, practicals etc. 3. Fill in other fixed activities such as meals, work, extracurricular commitments, sleep, etc. 4. Determine the amount of time

needed weekly to study for each class and make sure you allocate this time.

Use a weekly schedule

Remember:

> 30-50 minutes is the maximum amount of time most people can concentrate before needing a 5-10 minute break

> Approximately 90% of new information is forgotten within 24 hours unless it is reviewed

> Reviewing old information immediately before new learning is to take place helps establish a connection between the two and thus significantly improves retention

> Re-learning takes less time than initial learning and is less likely to be forgotten

Consider personal factors:

> Time of day you are most alert > Need for structure vs flexibility > Ability to concentrate on

a task

HOURS OF STUDY FOR EACH COURSE:

Course _{(from course profile)}Contact Time Study Time (10/12h per course per week minus contact time) MATH1051 3L + 1T + 1P = 5h 12 - 5 = 7 10 -5 = 5

5 to 7h

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What happens if I don’t turn up? You will need to catch up; talk to your peers and look on Blackboard for what you’ve missed. If it’s a compulsory session, you can lose marks for not attending. Contact your course coordinator via email for assistance.

> Blackboard – learn.uq.edu.au > Contacts – www.uq.edu.au/contacts Where do I hand in my

assignments?

Read the course profile: some submissions will be to the tutor, some online, and some will need a cover sheet from www.eng.uq.edu.au/coversheets/ for submission to the EAIT Faculty Assignment Centre chute (50-S203, opposite the FYELC).

What if my assignment is late? There are only two allowable reasons: Medical (medical certificate required) and exceptional circumstances. Contact your course coordinator to discuss – the earlier the better. Extensions are easier to get if you enquire before the due date. Do I need to have my own

laptop?

You can borrow a laptop in the FYELC from 9:00am - 4:00pm, but you cannot take it outside the FYELC. Ensure you have a USB flash drive clearly labelled with your student ID to store your work.

For further EAIT Student IT Resource information, go to: student.eait.uq.edu.au

What calculator can I use? > For many engineering courses, you will need an approved nonprogrammable calculator for use in exams. You will need to obtain an approval label from Student Centre (JD Story Building, level 1) prior to the exam.

> Over 100 calculator models have been approved for use in exams (Casio FX82 range is preferred).

> More details on approved calculator models.

See: www.uq.edu.au/myadvisor/exam-calculators

2 March Classes commence – YES, WE START IN WEEK 1! 13 March Last day to add courses

31 March Last day to drop courses without financial liability 30 April Last day to drop courses without academic penalty

Semester 1 Critical Dates

FAQS FOR 1ST YEAR

What is the FYELC? First Year Engineering Learning Centre (50-C201) = space for you. See: www.eait.uq.edu.au/first-year-learning-centre

Can I eat and drink in the FYELC?

Yes – but you are expected to keep the place clean and tidy. What else can I do in the

FYELC?

> Access dedicated FYELC tutors when you need assistance with first year Engineering courses. Tutors cover multiple engineering disciplines and are available:

Monday - Friday 9:00am - 3:00pm

Weeks 2-13 including SWOT Vac

> Meet your first year engineering Mentor’s (Weeks 1 - 4 inclusive) > Borrow a laptop (Monday - Friday 9:00am - 4:00pm)

> Book the FYELC Presentation room (Monday - Friday) > Book the FYELC Booths (Monday - Friday 9:00am - 4:00pm)

> Arrange first year academic advisor appointments with Prof. John Simmons (Monday and Wednesday)

> Heat up your lunch, refill your water bottle > Find out about the latest engineering events

Work We recommend <10h/wk paid work for full time students. Student Email Check your student emails regularly to ensure you are up to date. How should I manage my time? > Ensure you read dates carefully as not all practicals/seminars are weekly.

> Each course in Engineering at UQ expects you to do about 10 to 12 hours per week, including contact time. For example, for MATH1051 there are three 1 hour lectures, 1 hour tutorial and a 1 hour practical each week leaving 5-7 hours of study.

> Allow 2 hours for every hour of face-to-face contact.

> Manage your time effectively and put together a semester and weekly schedule. > Start each course by understanding the requirements and how the course is

structured, what are the learning resources, what are the assessments and when are they due? Course profiles: www.uq.edu.au/study

> BE ACTIVE! Attend all lectures, practicals and tutorials - checkout Facebook groups for your courses – participate in learning activities - practise problems - revise and review your work. And if in doubt, ask!

> Utilise all of the learning resources available to you, such as: > Course tutors

> FYELC tutors > Online tutorials > PASS classses

> Check out www.uq.edu.au/student-services/learning for Learning Workshops on how to get the most of your studies, tackle assignments and prepare for exams.

FYELC

Tips

*Save your money and don’t carry on with courses you have ‘given up on’. But you must formally withdraw:

> By the end of March so you aren’t charged $$ for the course > By the end of April so you don’t lower your GPA

What can you expect from UQ and what we expect of you: The Student Charter sets out the expectations you can hold for your education and outlines what is expected of you while studying: www.uq.edu.au/myadvisor/ the-student-charters

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For your BE (Hons) (Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)), you must attain #64 (64 units). Most courses are worth #2. If you do 4 courses a semester, that’s #8 a semester, or #16 a year, so the BE is a four year program.

There are three methods of specialisation in engineering (see right).

You need to think carefully about your choice, as it will affect the number and type of electives you can select. You should also read the BE Program rules:

www.uq.edu.au/student/

ProgramRules2015/2015-Bachelor-of-Engineering-Honours-2342.pdf

Think about enrolling in the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)/Master of Engineering(BE(Hons)/ME).

Go to:

www.eait.uq.edu.au/be-me

Dual Degrees

Dual Degree programs give you the opportunity to broaden your education and experience. However you will need to plan your degree in full now so that things go smoothly. Please refer to: www.eait.uq.edu.au/ be-dual-programs for further advice and contact your first year academic advisor ([email protected]). To enrol in a dual degree program, please contact the EAIT Faculty Office: [email protected]

BA = Bachelor of Arts

BBiotech = Bachelor of Biotechnology

BBusMan = Bachelor or Business Management BCom = Bachelor of Commerce

What’s a Major?

Interested in advanced

industry or research

placement?

*Extended and Dual Majors have specific requirements. Please visit www.uq.edu.au/study for further details.

*Not all BSc majors are possible with all BE (Hons) majors. For further advice, see your academic advisor.

NOTE: Only with the BE /BSc can you still chose any BE (Hons) Major, Extended Major, Dual Major or Major with Minor.

STEP 7

READ UP ON MORE

INFORMATION

Review your course list every semester. If in doubt, see an academic advisor.

BE (Hons) dual program students cannot do some courses. Specific restrictions apply to: ECON1050, ECON1310, MGTS1201, and STAT1201 as these courses are covered in the BE; you will NOT receive credit for them.

Dual Degree: BE (Hons) / BA BE (Hons) /_BBioTech

BE (Hons) / BBusMan BE (Hons) / BCom BE (Hons) / BEcon

BE (Hons) /

BInfTech BE (Hons) / BSc* Duration: 5.5 yrs 5.5 yrs 5.5 yrs 5.5 yrs 5 yrs Size of dual degree (units)

#88 #88 #88 #88 #80 #56 / #32 #52 / #36 #52 / #36 #56-62 /

#32-26 #62 / #18 Major Type Allowable combinations:

Chemical Single

Extended

Chemical & Biological Dual

Chemical

& Environmental Dual Chemical & Materials Dual

Chemical & Meallurgical Dual

Civil Single

Extended

Civil & Environmental Dual

Civil & Geotechnical Dual

Electrical Single

Extended

Electrical & Biomedical Dual

Electrical & Computer Dual

Mechanical

Single Extended

Mechanical & Aerospace Dual

Mechanical & Materials Dual

Mechatronic Extended

Mining Single

Extended

Mining & Geotechnical Dual

Software Single

Extended

BEcon = Bachelor of Economics

BInfTech = Bachelor of Information Technology BSc = Bachelor of Science

Major

(#50 of #64 from specified list)

> Chemical > Civil

> Electrical (#52) > Mechanical > Mining > Software (#52)

Extended Major*

(#60 of #64 from specified list)

> Chemical > Civil > Electrical > Mechanical > Mechatronic > Mining > Software

Dual Major*

(#60 from a specified list*)

> Chemical + Biological > Chemical + Environmental > Chemical + Materials > Chemical + Metallurgical > Civil + Environmental > Civil + Geotechnical > Electrical + Biomedical > Electrical + Computer > Mechanical + Aerospace > Mechanical + Materials > Mining + Geotechnical

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The UQ Engineering

Mentor Program

Academic Advice

Going from high school to university is a big step and we figure the best person to help you with this transition is a student who’s been there, done that and is still wearing the t-shirt! The UQ First Year Engineering Learning Centre (FYELC) 50-C201 connects you with an engineering student who will pass on his or her knowledge and help you adjust to university life.

The mentors can help with everything from finding the cheapest textbooks and tips for lectures to the social side of university life and all that it has to offer. Check the FYELC Tutor Timetable (available in the FYELC (50-C201) and www.facebook.com/ fyelc.uq) for further details.

Full details of engineering academic advisors can be located at:

www.eait.uq.edu.au/eng-academic-advice

EAIT advisors are happy to answer your questions and provide advice on:

> Credit from previous study > Late addition of a course > Withdrawing from a program or

course

> Enrolling in more than #8 per semester

> Deferred examinations > Supplementary assessments > Graduation assessment

> Unsatisfactory Academic Progress and Show cause Applications > Further information and application

forms can be located at www.uq.edu.au/myadvisor

Professional bodies

Professional bodies support student members through Student Chapters. These chapters provide career guidance, mentoring, and assistance in finding vacation work and study resources. As a student member you may be eligible for a variety of prestigious scholarships, awards and special funds.

Scholarships and Prizes

Memberships and Student Societies

The University of Queensland offers a number of scholarships.

See www.uq.edu.au/study/ scholarships and www.eait.uq.edu. au/engineering-scholarships for details.

Visit www.eait.uq.edu.au/eng-student-societies for more details.

Engineers Australia (EA)

> EA is the largest and most respected representative body for engineering in Australia. EA is responsible for the accreditation of engineering degrees and also for the chartered status of professional engineers. Student membership is free; www.engineersaustralia. org.au/membership.

Young Engineers at the University of Queensland (YEAUQ)

> YEAUQ organise several events throughout the year, such as the Engineering Careers Expo, and networking events. YEAUQ aims to help students establish useful contacts within industry, paving the way towards vacation work and graduate employment;

www.yeauq.org.au

Professionals Australia

> Professionals Australia focus on issues that affect you in your profession and represent more than 25,000 professionals and students across Australia. www.professionalsaustralia. org.au

Student Societies

UQ Engineering supports several student clubs. Joining these societies is a great way to meet other students:

> Engineering Undergraduate Society (EUS); www.uqeus.com.au/ > Civil Engineering Student

Association (CESA); www.uqcesa.com/

> Chemical and Environmental Engineering Students Society (ChESS);

www.facebook.com/chess.uq > Electrically Based Engineering

Students Society (EBESS); uqebess.com/

> Mining and Metallurgical Association (MAMA); www.uqmama.com/

> Mechanical Engineering Students Society (MESS);

www.facebook.com/messuq > Skirts in Engineering (Women in

Engineering);

www.facebook.com/uqskirts > Women in Engineering www.eait.

uq.edu.au/women-in-engineering ([email protected])

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) First Year Program Guide 2015

> The Institute of Chemical Engineers (IChemE); www.icheme.org/ > Institute of Electrical and

Electronics Engineers (IEEE); www.ieee.org/

> Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AsuIMM);

www.ausimm.com.au/ > Australian Computer Society;

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Equity and Diversity

Compulsory BE (Hons)

Requirement

Studing overseas

STUDENT CHARTER 3.60.01 ppl.app.uq.edu.au/

content/3.60.01-student-charter

STUDENT SERVICES www.uq.edu.au/ student-services

UQ ALLY PROGRAM

www.uq.edu.au/equity/uq-allies ALLY RESOURCES

www.uq.edu.au/equity/ ally-resources

RESPECT DVD

www.uq.edu.au/equity/ respect-dvd

UQ UNION

www.uqu.com.au/

#support-and-representation UQ QUEER COLLECTIVE

www.facebook.com/ uqqc.StLucia

All students and staff are entitled to work and study in an equitable environment, free of discrimination and harassment. The UQ Student Charter provides a guide on reasonable conduct and students’ responsibilities and expectations.

There is one extra-cirricular compulsory requirement for the BE (Hons): Engineering Professional Practice (EPP).

In accordance with the accreditation requirements of Engineers Australia, you must complete 60 days of professional engineering practice. Of these 60 days, a minimum of 30 days must be carried out assisting or under the immediate direction of a professional engineer.

The EAIT Faculty provides an industry placement coordinator to assist in connecting EAIT students with industry to facilitate industry placements and can help with Identifying and coordinating compulsory BE (Hons)/ME project/ research/thesis placements and accessing graduate, vacation and intern positions.

For more details check: www.facebook.com/groups/ EAITstudentplacements/ Alternatively please email:

[email protected]

Engineering students have an opportunity to enhance their degree by studying abroad for 1 or 2 semesters through the UQ Abroad program.

UQ has partnerships with over 150 universities in 37 countries. Students studying overseas remain enrolled at UQ, continue to pay (or defer) fees and earn credit towards their UQ degree. No additional tuition fees are paid to the host university.

Depending on your BE (Hons) specialisation, and the university you go to, you can take equivalent compulsory courses, engineering electives or other electives. Most engineering students go on exchange after they have completed two years of study. Some overseas universities require you to start at a certain time of year and others require you to stay for a whole year. The timing is dependent on your BE specialisation and the courses you would like to take. Your academic advisor can help you pick the right courses.

The Respect DVD series has been developed to raise awareness regarding acceptable and

appropriate behaviour and can be viewed on the Equity Office Website. All students are asked to watch these modules.

The Student Grievance Resolution Policy outlines procedures for resolving a range of issues which may be of concern. If the grievance relates to discrimination, harassment or bullying, you can use the procedures outlined in the Discrimination and Harassment Policy and should also consider contacting a Discrimination and Harassment Contact Officer (DHCO). DHCOs are specially trained staff who provide information regarding these procedures.

If you feel that you would like further support, the UQ Union (Student Union) is also available to assist and advocate on your behalf.

Student Services provides counselling, free support services, and additional facilities for students with a disability, illness or injury.

The UQ Ally Program is a network of staff who are supportive of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex staff and students.

Finally, as a student, there are many ways you can help promote an equitable and fair environment where everyone feels valued, and discrimination and harassment are not welcome.

For example:

> Treat others with respect > Value and celebrate difference > Speak out if you witness unfair

treatment

> Take care not to tell jokes or make comments that may offend

KEEP IN MIND

If you need specific advice, you should talk to one of the academic advisors in your specialisation and visit the UQ Abroad website:

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Terminology Explained

DO YOU NEED HELP?

PERSONAL ACADEMIC

UQ HEALTH SERVICES www.uq.edu.au/healthservice

STUDENT SERVICES www.uq.edu.au/student-services

DETAILS > Lecturer > Blackboard > Tutor > Course Profile

FIRST YEAR ENQUIRIES FYELC (50-C201) [email protected]

3346 7881

First Year Academic Advisor appointments: Prof. John Simmons

[email protected] FYELC Manager [email protected] EAIT Faculty Office 50-S204

[email protected] 3365 4777

ASSESSMENT Course Profile www.courses.uq.edu.au

Blackboard site learn.uq.edu.au

STUDENT ID CARD Prentice Building (42), Ground Floor

Take your offer letter and photo ID FEES/CALULATOR APPROVAL

Student Centre JD Story Building

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Attend a FYELC Welcome and Advice Seminar (see page 4)

Email [email protected] (ENGG1100 only) Email your course coordinator using the link in the

timetable page (SI-net) HELP

FYELC Tutor

0900-1500 in the FYELC (50-C201) Weeks 2-13 of Semester 1 & 2 inc SWOTVAC Emailing at UQ must be

professional. Always include your: 1. Full name

2. Student ID

3. Program and plan details 4. Contact number

COURSES GENERAL ADVICE ADMINISTRATION

BE (Hons) Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)

BE (Hons) Course List The courses you have to pass in order to receive your degree. Specifies compulsory and elective courses – www.uq.edu.au/study

Blackboard Learning management system by UQ. Access via my.UQ under Elearning. Contains assessment information, announcements, updates, some assignment marks and discussion boards for each of your courses.

Course Subject or class (e.g. ENGG1100, MATH1051).

Compulsory Course Course that you must take (e.g. ENGG1100).

Discipline Field of studies or specialisation within engineering (e.g. Civil Engineering).

Dual Degree or Dual Program Combination of two UQ degrees taken at the same time. The BE (Hons) can be taken with Arts, Biotechnology, Business Management, Commerce, Economics, Information Technology or Science.

Dual Major Combination of two fields within engineering (e.g. BE (Hons) with a dual major in Mechanical and Materials Engineering).

Elective Course A course you choose to complete. There’s a list for the BE (Hons) program. If it’s not on the list, you’ll need permission from the Associate Dean (Academic). [email protected]

Extended Major Like a major, but with in-depth study. (e.g. BE (Hons) with an extended major in Mining Engineering). An extended major requires #60, specifically in your chosen field).

Major A specialisation within engineering (e.g. BE (Hons) majoring in Electrical Engineering with #50 of the #64 for the BE (Hons) coming from the Electrical Engineering course list).

mySI-net UQ’s online student enrolment system – www.sinet.uq.edu.au

Plan mySI-net calls a discipline (e.g. Mechanical Engineering) a plan; you can declare your plan online.

Prerequisite A level of knowledge and skill you must have before participating in a course. (e.g. You must have MATH1050 or Maths C before you do MATH1051).

Program Your program is the Bachelor of Engineering (Hons), unless you chose a dual degree.

Units (#) Most courses are 2 units (#2). A full time study load for a semester is #6 or more, so that’s 3 or more courses. Most students do 4 courses, #8 in each semester. International students must do #8.

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Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology

Hawken Engineering Building (50) Phone: +61 7 3365 4777

Email: [email protected] Internet: www.eait.uq.edu.au School of Chemical Engineering Don Nicklin Building (74)

Phone: +61 7 3365 6195

Email: [email protected] Internet: www.chemeng.uq.edu.au School of Civil Engineering Advanced Engineering Building (49) Phone: +61 7 3365 3619

Email: [email protected] Internet: www.civil.uq.edu.au School of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering

General Purpose South Building (78) Phone: +61 7 3365 2097

Email: [email protected] Internet: www.itee.uq.edu.au School of Mechanical and Mining Engineering

Frank White Building (43) Phone: +61 7 3365 3668

Email: [email protected] Internet: www.mechmining.uq.edu.au

CRICOS pr

ovider Number 00025B