UnitLevel 1Undergraduate

ENG1014 Engineering numerical analysis

Faculty of Engineering

ENG1014 Engineering numerical analysis is a level 1, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Engineering, offered in 2027 in Summer A, Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Malaysia and Clayton. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 20 units, leading on to 95 units in all.

Credit points
6
Offered in 2027
Summer A, Semester 1, Semester 2
Malaysia, Clayton
Assessment
Exam 40%
and 4 other tasks
Workload
144 hours
per semester

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Requisites

Enrolment rules

PREREQUISITES:

VCE Specialist mathematics (Units 3 & 4 with a minimum study score of 30) or equivalent. If you do not meet this prerequisite, you must enrol in and pass ENG1090

COREQUISITE: 

You must be enrolled in the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) or an engineering double degree or with permission from the Faculty of Engineering.

Overview

This unit introduces engineering computing fundamentals in the contexts of data analysis and modelling of physical systems. The Python programming language will be introduced, including techniques for importing/exporting data and communicating results from computational analysis. Programming structures such as loops, conditional statements and functions will be introduced.

You will use programming to examine a range of complex engineering systems, including performing basic analysis on large data sets and modelling systems that do not exhibit analytical solutions. Problems related to these systems will be solved using various numerical methods for linear regression, root-fiding, numerical integration and numerical solutions to ordinary differential equations. The underlying assumptions, complexities and uncertainties associated with the models and numerical methods will be emphasised.

Offerings in 2027

Teaching periodCampusMode
Summer semester AMalaysiaOn campus
First semesterClaytonFlexible
First semesterMalaysiaOn campus
Second semesterClaytonFlexible
Second semesterMalaysiaOn campus

Assessment

  • Computer labsExerciseCompetency hurdle
    40%
  • AssignmentWritten
    10%
  • InterviewDemonstrationCompetency hurdle
    10%
  • TestQuiz / TestCompetency hurdle
    -
  • Final assessmentExamination
    40%

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Learning outcomes

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

  1. 1

    Use appropriate programming structures and functions to solve fundamental computational tasks.

  2. 2

    Apply computational tools and numerical methods to analyse engineering scenarios.

  3. 3

    Evaluate uncertainties and algorithms in numerical modelling and their impact on the interpretation of results.

Workload and teaching

  • Workshops24 hours
  • Laboratories24 hours
  • Assessments1 hours
  • Teaching approachActive learning

The minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of 3-6 hours of scheduled learning activities and 6-9 hours of independent study per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher-directed learning, peer-directed learning and online engagement. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities.

You’ll learn through a blended, flipped active learning approach, with topics introduced via online readings and videos before class. Each week, you’ll prepare by studying the online content, then engage in an expert-led workshop where concepts are reviewed and put into practice through activities. You will gain further practical experience via hands-on practical classes.

Contacts

Unit Coordinators
Dr Lim Lam Ghai
Dr Andrew Rodda
Associate Professor Alpha Agape
Associate Professor Ooi Ean Hin
Chief Examiners
Associate Professor Alpha Agape
Dr Andrew Rodda

Common questions

What are the prerequisites for ENG1014?

ENG1014 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.

What can I take after ENG1014?

ENG1014 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 20 units, including CHE3167, CIV2263, CIV4100, ECE2071, ECE2111 and ECE3192. Those lead on to 95 units in all.

When is ENG1014 offered?

In 2027, ENG1014 runs in Summer A, Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Malaysia and Clayton.

How much work is ENG1014?

The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.

Does ENG1014 have an exam?

Yes. The exam is worth 40% of the final mark, alongside 4 other tasks.

More details

Credit points
6
Level
1
Study level
Undergraduate
Faculty
Faculty of Engineering
Type
Coursework
EFTSL
0.125
Student contribution
SCA Band 2
Study abroad
Not available
Handbook years
202220232024202520262027