MEC3456 Engineering computational analysis
Faculty of Engineering
MEC3456 Engineering computational analysis is a level 3, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Engineering, offered in 2025 in Semester 1 at Clayton and Malaysia. It needs ENG1014 or ENG1060 and unlocks 3 units.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2025
- Semester 1
- Clayton, Malaysia
- Assessment
- Exam 50%
- and 2 other tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2025 handbook entry. See the 2026 entry.
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Requisites
Before MEC3456
Prohibitions
You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
After MEC3456
3 units list MEC3456 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
E6011 Master of Professional Engineering - You are exempt from the prerequisite rule if you are enrolled in this course.
Overview
This unit conveys the fundamentals of numerical analysis techniques for root-finding, interpolation, integration, the solution of ordinary differential equations and data analysis, and Python/Matlab is employed to demonstrate their implementation. The role computers play in both the solution of engineering problems and the acquisition and analysis of data is explored through consideration of common partial differential equations in mechanics, and their solution via finite difference, finite volume, and finite element methods.
Offerings in 2025
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | Flexible |
| First semester | Malaysia | On campus |
Assessment
- Computer-based assignmentsWrittenThreshold hurdle40%
- Moodle quizzesQuiz / TestThreshold hurdle10%
- Final assessmentExamination50%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Apply appropriate mathematical and numerical techniques to solve common engineering problems.
- 2
Construct algorithms and programs that can solve engineering problems by integrating multiple numerical techniques.
- 3
Apply these programs to engineering problems in order to generate solutions.
- 4
Analyse and interpret data using numerical techniques.
- 5
Assess algorithms, programs and solutions for error, stability and accuracy.
Workload and teaching
- Workshops24 hours
- Workshops48 hours
- Practical activities24 hours
- Laboratories24 hours
- Teaching approachProblem-based 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.
The main theory and concepts that form the core of this unit are introduced in a set of short online videos that should be watched prior to class. The ideas in these videos will be consolidated by explaining them in more detail in class and via the application of theory to specific examples and developing algorithms for their implementation. You will then individually develop Python/MATLAB code to implement these methods and solve problems, with particular attention being paid to errors, accuracy and stability.
Learning resources
Required resources
This unit is Bring Your Own Device (BYOD). You will need a device on which the Python/MATLAB software can be installed to undertake the weekly computer tasks. It is possible to use MATLAB on the MOVE platform, but a device is required to access MOVE. Lab tasks will be available on Moodle and submitted to Moodle by the due dates.
Moodle quizzes will be available weekly.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Juxi Leitner
- Associate Professor Ooi Ean Hin
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Juxi Leitner
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for MEC3456?
You need ENG1014 or ENG1060 before you enrol. Enrolment rules also apply.
What can I take after MEC3456?
MEC3456 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 3 units, including ECE4810, MEC4447 and MTE4590.
When is MEC3456 offered?
In 2025, MEC3456 runs in Semester 1 at Clayton and Malaysia.
How much work is MEC3456?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does MEC3456 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 50% of the final mark, alongside 2 other tasks.