Manutencao

FACULTY OF ARTS, DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY

Programme : BEng Manufacturing and Production Engineering : FdSc (Manufacturing) Mech-Man Engineering : FdEng Production Engineering

Programme Codes : J901 : UH3AA : UH3AB

MODULE HANDBOOK

Module Code : 5ME511
Title : Innovation and Engineering Context

Module Leader’s Name: Mike Briggs
Room Number : MS104 (Markeaton Street)
Telephone Number : 01332 59 3125
Email Address : [e-mail]

Academic year : 2012/13

Prepared by : Mike Briggs
Approved by : Terry Watson
Date : 14th January 2013

MODULE DESCRIPTION | | Module Title | INNOVATION AND ENGINEERING CONTEXT | Module Code | 5ME511 | Pre-requisite | None | Date of Approval | March 2012 | Module Level | 5 | Credit value | 20 | Total Number of Learning Hours | 200 | Key Words | Innovation, Engineering, Context, Pareto Tools, SWOT | Module Delivery | Online/Distance | Blended/Face to face | Work-based learning | Mode | | √ | | Module Description | Innovation is an essential ingredient for both commercial and individual success in the professional field. In order for organisations to be successful in this respect it is necessary to inculcate an innovative philosophy and culture into the organization. This can only really be achieved by belief from the people involved within the organization. This module seeks to develop both awareness and ability to consider, evaluate and use appropriate innovative thinking and philosophy in a professional context.The module also evaluates the role of the engineer throughout history and explores the ways engineering has shaped the world we currently live in. | Module Learning Outcomes | On successful completion of the module, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate how engineering and innovation have evolved within industry over time. 2.