Senior Handbook 2012 - Marian College

Senior Handbook 2012
Systems Engineering Unit 3
Systems Engineering and Energy
These units involve a study of the principles associated
with integrated systems. The focus is on the functional
integration of a mechanical subsystem with an
electrotechnology subsystem and the design factors to
be considered. One substantial production is to be
undertaken across both Units 3 and 4.
The terms mechanical and electrotechnology are used
as descriptors for the types of systems covered by this
study. Mechanical systems include pneumatic and
hydraulic systems and subsystems. Electrotechnology
is an inclusive term that includes electrical, electronic
and microelectronic systems and subsystems.
OUTCOMES
Outcome 1: On completion of this unit the
student should be able to recognise, identify,
represent, describe and explain the principles of
controlled integrated technological systems.
Outcome 2: On completion of this unit the
student should be able to design, plan, construct and
document an integrated system to be completed in
Unit 4, Outcome 2, and effectively use diagnostic
procedures for the system.
Outcome 3: On completion of this unit the student
should be able to analyse and compare the
environmental benefits and implications of using
different energy sources (including alternative energy
sources), and how specific energy sources affect the
design, performance and use of technological systems.
Systems Engineering Unit 4
Integrated and Controlled Systems Engineering
This unit combines the contemporary focus of systems
control and provides opportunities for students to
build on their understanding and apply it to practical
solutions through the construction of controlled
integrated systems. In recent times, commercial
integrated systems have increased function, control
and internal monitoring subsystems within them.
OUTCOMES
Outcome 1: On completion of this unit the
student should be able to recognise, identify,
represent, describe and explain the principles of
controlled integrated technological systems.
Outcome 2: On completion of this unit the
student should be able to select components for,
construct, diagnose, adjust, modify and repair an
integrated technological system and its control
devices commenced in Unit 3, Outcome 2, and
provide an evaluation report of the system, its
performance and the management of the project.
ASSESSMENT
School-assessed coursework for Unit 4 will contribute
8% to the study score.
The level of achievement for Units 3 and 4 is also
assessed by a school-assessed task, which will
contribute 50% to the study score, and an end-of-year
examination, which will contribute 30% to the study
score.
ASSESSMENT
School-assessed coursework for Unit 3 will contribute
12% to the study score. The level of achievement for
Units 3 and 4 is also assessed by a school-assessed
task, which will contribute 50% to the study score, and
an end-of-year examination, which will contribute
30% to the study score.
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