Automated Manufacturing

300735

Automated Manufacturing

School of Computing, Engineering & Mathematics│Learning Guide

Spring Session 2015

UNIT DETAILS

Unit Code: 300735 Unit Name: Automated Manufacturing

Level: 2 Contact hours per

week:

2-hour

lecture + 1-

hour tutorial

(Weeks 2-

14) + 2-hour

workshop

(Weeks 4-

12)

Credit Points: 10

Assumed

Background:

300463 - Fundamentals of Mechanics AND

200237 - Mathematics for Engineers 1

OR

200191 - Fundamentals of Mathematics AND

300304 - Sustainable Design: Materials Technology

STAFF

Unit Coordinator

and point of first

contact

A/Prof Richard Yang

XB.3.39, Kingswood campus

Phone: 47360112 Email: [email protected]

Consultation Arrangements: 4:00-5:00pm, Wednesday every week, XB.3.39, Kingswood

Campus

Teaching Team Dr John Gal (Lecturer and Tutor)

XC.G.15, Kingswood campus

Phone: 47360437

Email: [email protected]

Consultation Arrangements: Requesting an appointment via e-mail and phone if necessary.

Dr Abbas Amini (Lab Demonstrator)

Y.3.32, Kingswood campus

Phone: 47360310


Consultation Arrangements:

Mr Saif Tareq (Tutor and Lab Demonstrator)

XC.1.03, Kingswood campus

Phone: 47360026


Consultation Arrangements: Requesting an appointment via e-mail and phone if necessary.

mailto:[email protected]




TEXTBOOK

Groover, MP, 2011, Principles of modern manufacturing, 4th Edition, SI version, John

Wiley & Sons, Hoboken, USA.

Or

Groover, MP, 2013, Principles of Modern Manufacturing Materials Processes and

Systems 5th Edition, SI Version, John Wiley & Sons, Hoboken, USA.

Edition: Spring 2015 © Copyright: University of Western Sydney, 2015. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or by any information storage and retrieval system, without the prior written permission from the Dean of the School of Computing, Engineering & Mathematics. Copyright for acknowledged materials reproduced herein is retained by the copyright holder. All readings in this publication are copied under licence in accordance with Part VB of the Copyright Act 1968.

Table of Contents

Table of Contents 1

1 About Automated Manufacturing 1

1.1 An Introduction to this Unit 1

1.2 What is Expected of You 1

1.3 Changes to Unit as a Result of Past Student Feedback 1

2 Assessment Information 3

2.1 Unit Learning Outcomes 3

2.2 Approach to Learning 3

2.3 UWS Graduate Attributes 4

2.4 Contribution to Course Learning Outcomes 5

2.5 Assessment Summary 7

2.6 Assessment Details 8 Assessment 1: Tutorial Assignments 8 Assessment 2: Practical Reports 9 Assessment 3: Final Exam 10

2.7 General Submission Requirements 11

3 Teaching and Learning Activities 13

4 Learning Resources 16

4.1 Recommended Readings 16

4.2 Overview of Learning Resources 16

4.3 Other Resources 17

5 Important Information 18

5.1 Student responsibilities and code of conduct 18

5.2 Staff responsibilities and code of conduct 18

5.3 Links to Policies 19

5.4 Raising concerns 19

3 0 0 7 3 5 A U T O M A T E D M A N U F A C T U R I N G

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1 About Automated Manufacturing

1.1 An Introduction to this Unit

The aim of this unit is to provide an introduction to the fundamentals of manufacturing operations, automation and

control technologies including numerical control and industrial robotics. In addition, material handling and identification

technologies will be discussed as well as manufacturing systems. The latter will examine single-station manufacturing

cells, manual assembly lines, automated production and assembly lines as well as flexible manufacturing systems.

Mechanical behaviour of common materials used in manufacturing will be studied, and their suitability for various

manufacturing processes including metal cutting, sheet-metal forming, bulk deformation and abrasion. Other

processes such as rapid prototyping and rapid tooling will also be included.

1.2 What is Expected of You

Study Load

For this 10 credit point unit, you are expected to study at least 10 hours per week outside of class time for 13 weeks

on this unit.

Attendance

It is strongly recommended that you attend all scheduled learning activities to support your learning in this unit.

Students with a poor attendance record may find themselves at risk of not passing assessment.

Online Learning Requirements

Unit materials will be made available on the unit’s vUWS (E-Learning) site.

You are expected to consult vUWS at least twice a week, as all unit announcements will be made via vUWS.

Teaching and learning materials will be regularly updated and posted online.

Special Requirements for the Unit

Learning activities conducted in SCEM Computer Lab and Automated Machining Lab need you to dress properly

including closed shoes and bare feet or sandals are prohibited.

1.3 Changes to Unit as a Result of Past Student Feedback

Student feedback plays a vital role in improving the quality and educational effectiveness of UWS units and in

ensuring academic staff keep in touch with student needs. You are welcome to provide feedback that is related to the

teaching of this unit. At the end of the semester you will be given the opportunity to complete a Student Feedback on

Unit (SFU) questionnaire to assess the unit. If requested by your unit coordinator, you may also have the opportunity

to complete a Student Feedback on Teaching (SFT) questionnaire to provide feedback for individual teaching staff.

As a result of student feedback, the following changes and improvements have recently been made:


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The practical sessions are optimally adjusted to make these sessions run much more smoothly by reducing

the waiting time for students to carry out tasks by providing more hands-on opportunities.

The SolidWorks-based CAD/CAM content in the Handbook for Practical Sessions is updated using the new

version of SolidWorks.


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2 Assessment Information

2.1 Unit Learning Outcomes

Upon successfully completing this unit, students will be able to:

1 Apply the concepts of automation in manufacturing

2 Program a Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machine tool

3 Program a machine tool via a CAD-CAM interface

4 Describe the uses and advantages of computer Integrated Manufacturing

5 Describe the uses and advantages of flexible manufacturing processes

6 Explain the mechanics of material removal processes in machine cutting.

7 Explain the mechanics of material removal processes involving the application of abrasive

8 Explain the mechanics of material removal processes with non-traditional machinery

2.2 Approach to Learning

Lectures are utilised to deliver the fundamentals and theories of modern manufacturing to students and these teaching

activities will build a solid background for students to construct the skills needed to successfully complete tutorials,

computer labs, practical tasks and the examination of this unit.

Tutorials are designed to provide an interactive platform for the class to discuss key factors learnt and to practise

problem-solving of typical manufacturing problems. The tutorials will be conducted in the tutorial room. They will

greatly deepen the students’ understanding of concepts, theories and processes presented during the lectures and

further develop problem-solving skills, covering Learning Outcomes 1-8.

Practical sessions are designed to develop the hands-on skills on computer aided design (CAD), computer aided

manufacturing (CAM) using CAD/CAM software – SolidWorks and SolidCAM, and practical operations on milling and

turning machines available in the CNC Machining Lab. Therefore there are two kinds of practical sessions in this unit:

a) Computer Lab Practicals (Prac A) which will be conducted in the School’s Computer Lab and you will work on the

tasks using CAD/CAM software; and b) CNC Machining Lab Practicals (Prac B) which are conducted in the School’s

CNC Machining Lab and you will work on the tasks using the milling and turning trainers.

These eight learning outcomes are measured through the tutorial assignments, practical tasks and the exam. Timely

feedback on tutorial assignments (within 2 weeks) will be given after the submission of the assignments to help

students understand weaknesses in their work and improve performance for the rest of the assignments.

Students must access the vUWS site regularly on a weekly basis to get the latest information published online in time.


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2.3 UWS Graduate Attributes

As a graduate from UWS, students should be able to demonstrate all of the subsets of the major attributes which are:

1 Command multiple skills and literacies to enable adaptable lifelong learning;

2 Demonstrate knowledge of Indigenous Australia through cultural competency and professional capacity;

3 Demonstrate comprehensive, coherent and connected knowledge

4 Apply knowledge through intellectual inquiry in professional or applied contexts

5 Bring knowledge to life through responsible engagement and appreciation of diversity in an evolving world


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2.4 Contribution to Course Learning Outcomes

This is a second year core/elective unit in the courses of Bachelor of Engineering and Bachelor of Engineering Advanced. This unit is responsible for developing a

comprehensive knowledge of basic principles, system approach, research skills, sustainable awareness and communication skills in Automated Manufacturing.

Bachelor of Engineering Science, Bachelor of Engineering and Bachelor of Engineering Advanced

CLO

No. CLO Statement ULO 1 ULO 2 ULO 3 ULO 4 ULO 5 ULO 6 ULO 7 ULO 8

1

A comprehensive knowledge of scientific principles

applicable to engineering disciplines (EA Stage 1

Competency PE1)

Assured Assured Assured

2

An ability to fluently use systems approach to solve

engineering problems in specialised domains (PE1

& PE2)

3 The expertise to employ research skills to find

innovative solutions (PE1 & PE2)

4

An enthusiasm to actively seek and adopt

sustainable solutions to local and global problems

(PE1 – PE3)

Introduced Introduced Introduced Developed

5 An ability to engage in multi-disciplinary teams in a

professional and ethical manner (PE3)

6 Effective oral and written communication skills

(PE3)

7 Sound leadership and project management skills

(PE 3)


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8

A comprehensive knowledge of scientific principles

applicable to engineering disciplines (EA Stage 1

Competency PE1)

Introduced


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2.5 Assessment Summary

There are 3 assessment items in this unit, designed to enable you to demonstrate that you have achieved the unit

learning outcomes. Completion and submission of all assessment items which have been designated as mandatory or

compulsory is essential to receive a passing grade.

To pass this unit you must:

- Achievement of at least 50% overall is required to pass this unit.

Assessment Item Value % Due Date

ULO’s

Assessed Threshold

1 Tutorial Assignments 30% Due: in tutorial classes on Weeks 4,

8, and 12 1-8 No

2 Practical Reports 30% Due: during practical classes on

Weeks 7, 10 and 12 1-8 No

3 Final Exam 40% Due: during the exam period. 1-8 No

Note: Results may be moderated before you receive your results. Moderation is a process whereby the unit

coordinator regulates the marking of individual markers to achieve consistency in the application of unit objectives,

performance standards and marking criteria. Marks for an individual piece of assessment will not be changed after you

have your results. You should note that, consistent with the Assessment Policy - Criteria and Standards-Based

Assessment, the final marks for the cohort may also be adjusted if marks are very high or low or there are

inconsistencies between groups.

Feedback on assessment

Feedback is an important part of the learning process that can improve your progress towards achieving the learning

outcomes. Feedback is any written or spoken response made in relation to academic work such as an assessment

task, a performance or product. It can be given to you by a teacher, an external assessor or student peer and may be

given to individually or to a group of students. As a UWS student, it is your responsibility to seek out and act on

feedback that is provided to you as a resource to further your learning.

In this unit you can expect written and spoken responses within two weeks of assessment submission for tutorial

assignments and practical reports.

http://policies.uws.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00227



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2.6 Assessment Details

Assessment 1: Tutorial Assignments

Weighting: 30% Due: in tutorial classes on Weeks 4,

8, and 12

Submission: In Class/Online Type of Collaboartion: Individual

Format: Hardcopy on paper and Softcopy using MS Word

Instructions

There are three tutorial assignments in total and they are all in the conventional question-answer format, weighted

9%, 9% and 12% respectively and should be completed individually.

Answer the assigned questions on paper provided by the students based on the previous weeks’ lectures and

tutorials and submit your assignment in hardcopy during tutorial class. However the Microsoft Word is highly-

recommended to be used for an electronic submission on the vUWS site.

Resources:

- Lecture and tutorial notes

Marking Criteria and Standards: Assessment 1

Criteria Unsatisfactory Pass Credit Distinction High Distinction

Use of a correct

method to answer

the questions

Complete less than

half of the correct

steps required to

solve the problem.

Complete between

50% and 64% of

the correct steps

required to solve

the problem.

Complete between

65% and 74% of

the correct steps

required to solve

the problem.

Complete between

75% and 84% of

the correct steps

required to solve

the problem.

Complete more

than 85% of the

correct steps

required to solve

the problem.

Correct numerical

value(s)

Get less than half

of the correct

numerical value(s).

Get between 50%

and 65% of the

correct numerical

value(s).

Get between 65%

and 75% of the

correct numerical

value(s)

Get between 75%

and 85% of the

correct numerical

value(s)

Get more than 85%

of the correct

numerical value(s)

Layout and

Explanation

Use the correct

layout and

explanation for less

than half the

questions.

Use the correct

layout and

explanation for

between 50% and

65% of the

questions.

Use the correct

layout and

explanation for

between 65% and

75% of the

questions.

Use the correct

layout and

explanation for

between 75% and

85% of the

questions.

Use the correct

layout and

explanation for

more than 85% of

the questions.


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Assessment 2: Practical Reports

Weighting: 30% Due: in practical classes on Weeks

7, 10 and 12

Submission: In Class/Online Type of Collaboartion: Individual

Format: Hardcopy on paper and Softcopy using MS Word

Instructions

There are three practical reports in total for three practical tasks and weighted 7.5%, 7.5% and 15% respectively

and should be completed individually.

Practical reports must be written using the report templates provided based on three practical tasks conducted

during practical classes, which includes 3 lab tasks and 4 written practical question sheets.

Resources:

- Practical Handbook



Use of a correct

method to answer

the questions

Complete less than

half of the correct

steps required to

solve the problem.

Complete between

50% and 64% of

the correct steps

required to solve

the problem.

Complete between

65% and 74% of

the correct steps

required to solve

the problem.

Complete between

75% and 84% of

the correct steps

required to solve

the problem.

Complete more

than 85% of the

correct steps

required to solve

the problem.

Correct numerical

value(s)

Get less than half

of the correct

numerical value(s).

Get between 50%

and 65% of the

correct numerical

value(s).

Get between 65%

and 75% of the

correct numerical

value(s)

Get between 75%

and 85% of the

correct numerical

value(s)

Get more than 85%

of the correct

numerical value(s)

Layout and

Explanation

Use the correct

layout and


than half the

questions.

Use the correct

layout and

explanation for

between 50% and

65% of the

questions.

Use the correct

layout and

explanation for

between 65% and

75% of the

questions.

Use the correct

layout and

explanation for

between 75% and

85% of the

questions.

Use the correct

layout and

explanation for

more than 85% of

the questions.


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Assessment 3: Final Exam

Weighting: 40% Due: during the exam period

Submission: In Exam Centre Type of Collaboartion: Individual

Format: Hardcopy on paper

Instructions

Fianl exam is a two-hour closed-book exam in this unit and weighted 40%, which should be completed individually.

Students must answer the exam questions in the exam booklets provided in the exam centre.

Resources:

- Lecture and Tutorial Notes

- Practical Handbook

- Marked Tutorial Assignments and their Solutions

- Marked Practical Reports and their Solutions



Use of a correct

method to answer

the questions

Complete less than

half of the correct

steps required to

solve the problem.

Complete between

50% and 64% of

the correct steps

required to solve

the problem.

Complete between

65% and 74% of

the correct steps

required to solve

the problem.

Complete between

75% and 84% of

the correct steps

required to solve

the problem.

Complete more

than 85% of the

correct steps

required to solve

the problem.

Correct numerical

value(s)

Get less than half

of the correct

numerical value(s).

Get between 50%

and 65% of the

correct numerical

value(s).

Get between 65%

and 75% of the

correct numerical

value(s)

Get between 75%

and 85% of the

correct numerical

value(s)

Get more than 85%

of the correct

numerical value(s)

Layout and

Explanation

Use the correct

layout and


than half the

questions.

Use the correct

layout and

explanation for

between 50% and

65% of the

questions.

Use the correct

layout and

explanation for

between 65% and

75% of the

questions.

Use the correct

layout and

explanation for

between 75% and

85% of the

questions.

Use the correct

layout and

explanation for

more than 85% of

the questions.


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2.7 General Submission Requirements

Submission

– All assignments must be submitted by the specified due date and time, using a completed and signed

Assignment Cover Sheet provided in the last page of this document.

– Complete your assignment, attach a completed and signed Assignment Cover Sheet, and follow the individual

assessment items instructions on how to submit.

Turnitin

– The Turnitin plagiarism prevention system may be used within this unit. Turnitin is accessed via logging into

vUWS for the unit. If Turnitin is being used with this unit, this means that your assignments have to be

submitted through the Turnitin system.

– Turnitin from iParadigms is a web-based text-matching software that identifies and reports on similarities

between documents. It is also widely utilised as a tool to improve academic writing skills.

– Turnitin compares electronically submitted papers against the following:

o Current and archived web: Turnitin currently contains over 24 billion web pages including archived

pages

o Student papers: including UWS student submissions since 2007

o Scholarly literature: Turnitin has partnered with leading content publishers, including library

databases, text-book publishers, digital reference collections and subscription-based publications

(e.g. Gale, Proquest, Emerald and Sage)

– Turnitin is used by over 30 universities in Australia and is increasingly seen as an industry standard. It is an

important tool to assist students with their academic writing by promoting awareness of plagiarism

Self-Plagiarising

– You are to ensure that no part of any submitted assignment for this unit or product has been submitted by

yourself in another (previous or current) assessment from any unit, except where appropriately referenced,

and with prior permission form the Lecturer/Tutor/Unit Co-ordinator of this unit.

Late Submission

– If you submit a late assessment, without receiving approval for an extension of time, (see next item), you will

be penalised by 10% per day for up to 10 days. In other words, marks equal to 10% of the assignment’s

weight will be deducted from the mark awarded.

– For example, if the highest mark possible is 50, 5 marks will be deducted from your awarded mark for each

late day.

– Saturday and Sunday are counted as one calendar day each.

– Assessments will not be accepted after the marked assessment task has been returned to students.

– This is consistent with Clause 51 of the University of Western Sydney’s Assessment Policy – Criteria and

Standards-Based Assessment.




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Extension of Due Date for Submission

– It is expected that you submit your assignments on time. You are expected to manage the balance between

your studies and other activities (employment, family life, etc). Extensions are only granted in EXCEPTIONAL

CIRCUMSTANCES.

– If circumstances prevent you from meeting the due date, and you have relevant supporting documentary

evidence, you may request an extension for an assignment. To apply for an extension of time:

o Locate an application form via the UWS homepage or copy the following link:

http://www.uws.edu.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0004/118273/ARO_00205_0515_Request_for_Extension_WEB.pdf

o Application forms must be submitted to the Coordinator.

o A request for an assignment extension may be submitted before the due date of the assignment and

no later than 5:00pm two working days after the due date.

o Appropriate, supporting documentation must be submitted with the application.

o Submit the Request for Extension form as early as you can, because it may not be granted. If it is not

granted, and you submit your assignment after the due date, penalties will apply.

– An application for an extension does not automatically mean that an extension will be approved

– Your unit coordinator will advise the outcome of your request for an extension via your UWS student email

address, as soon as is practicable. The unit coordinator may contact you to discuss the matter further, if

necessary.

– If your Request for Extension is not granted you will have to submit the assignment on time and, if you do not,

you will be penalised by losing marks for each calendar day that the assignment is overdue

Resubmission

Resubmission of assessment items will not normally be granted if requested.

Application for Special Consideration

It is strongly recommended that you attend all scheduled learning activities to support your learning. If you have

suffered misadventure, illness, or you have experienced exceptional circumstances that have prevented your

attendance at class or your completion and submission of assessment tasks, you may need to apply for Special

Consideration via the UWS website.

http://www.uws.edu.au/currentstudents/current_students/services_and_facilities/special_consideration2 or the Student

Centre. Special Consideration is not automatically granted. It is your responsibility to ensure that any missed content

has been covered. Your lecturer will give you more information on how this must be done.

http://www.uws.edu.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0004/118273/ARO_00205_0515_Request_for_Extension_WEB.pdf

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3 Teaching and Learning Activities

Wk Topic Face to Face Online Assessments

Lecture Tutorial Laboratory / Practical Independent Reading & Activities Assessment items

1

20/07/2015

Course description;

Laboratory

sessions;

Manufacturing

introduction

N/A N/A Lecture Notes on Week 1; Chapter 1 of

Principles of Modern Manufacturing (SI

version, 4th Edition)

2

27/07/2015

Manual vs. CNC

machining; Tooling

and machines

N/A Lecture and Tutorial Notes on Week 2;

Chapters 19 and 20 of Principles of

Modern Manufacturing (SI version, 4th

Edition)

3

03/08/2015

Part programming;

Toolpath generation;

CAD/CAM systems

N/A Lecture and Tutorial Notes on Week 2;

Chapters 19 and 20 of Principles of

Modern Manufacturing (SI version, 4th

Edition)

4

10/08/2015

SolidWorks system;

Modelling of

components

Lecture and Tutorial Notes on Week 4

and Prac Notes on Week 4

Tutorial Assignment

1

5

17/08/2015

Mechanics of

machining; Chip

formation


and Prac Notes on Week 5; Chapter 19

of Principles of Modern Manufacturing (SI


6

24/08/2015

Forces in metal

cutting; Machining


and Prac Notes on Week 6; Chapter 19


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times of Principles of Modern Manufacturing (SI


7

31/08/2015

Tool materials & tool

life; Costs in

machining


and Prac Notes on Week 7; Chapters 21

and 22 of Principles of Modern

Manufacturing (SI version, 4th Edition)

Practical Report 1

8

07/09/2015

Manufacturing

systems; Flexible &

hard automation

Lecture and Tutorial Notes on Week 8 and

Prac Notes on Week 8; Chapters 35 and 36

of Principles of Modern Manufacturing (SI


Tutorial Assignment

2;

9

14/09/2015 Intra Session Break

10

21/09/2015

Production systems

& CIM; CAPP

systems


and Prac Notes on Week 10; Chapters

35 and 36 of Principles of Modern


Practical Report 2

11

28/09/2015

Industrial robots;

Metal forming

processes


and Prac Notes on Week 11; Chapters

35 and 16 of Principles of Modern


12

06/10/2015

Forging; Extrusion;

Rolling (Monday 5th

October Public

Holida)y

Lecture and Tutorial Notes on Week 12;

Chapter 17 of Principles of Modern


Tutorial Assignment

3;

Practical Report 3

13

12/10/2015

Non-traditional

machining processes

N/A Lecture and Tutorial Notes on Week 13


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14

19/10/2015 Revision

N/A All Lecture, Tutorial and Prac notes as

well as relevant chapters in textbook

15

26/10/2015 Stuvac

16

2/11/2015 Formal Exam Period

Final Exam

*The above timetable should be used as a guide only, as it is ubject to change. Students will be advised of any changes as they become known.


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4 Learning Resources

4.1 Recommended Readings

Textbook Groover, MP, 2011, Principles of modern manufacturing, 4th Edition, SI version, John Wiley & Sons,

Hoboken, USA.

Or

Groover, MP, 2013, Principles of Modern Manufacturing Materials Processes and Systems 5th Edition, SI

Version, John Wiley & Sons, Hoboken, USA.

Essential

Reading List

Groover, MP, 2008, Automation, production systems, and computer integrated manufacturing, 3rd Edition,

Prentice-Hall, Englewood Cliffs, USA.

Kalpakjian, S and Schmid, SR, 2008, Manufacturing processes for engineering materials, 5th Edition,

Prentice Hall, Upper Saddle River, USA.

Online Resources vUWS

Literacy and/or

numeracy

resources

vUWS

4.2 Overview of Learning Resources

Resources How to Engage with the Resources

Lectures/Textbooks/Re

ading List

– Read the recommended chapters and lecture notes relevant to the topics.

– Ensure the theory match your assumptions.

– Summarise the contents of each topic and incorporate material from lectures and tutorials.

Teaching team – Attend the tutorials and be prepared to participate.

– Attend the lectures so you understand the topic of the week and any additional materials not

covered in the textbook.

– If you have any questions about the unit, please check with the tutor, lecturer or unit

coordinator.

– Consultation session times and locations are on the inside front page of this learning guide.

– You may also ask questions on the unit vUWS discussion board.

vUWS – All unit materials (lectures, pre-readings and assessment) are available on vUWS. Check

vUWS regularly to find information on unit updates, links to useful websites, audio files and

interesting seminars.

Library – See the library home page to get help from a librarian http://library.uws.edu.au

– The Library Search Box is a great search engine that will help you to find references for

accomplishing the assignments for this unit. Please note that internet sources are discouraged

and are generally not acceptable as a reference source. You should only use the online journal

database available through UWS library website.

– You must use UWS Harvard referencing style for this unit. If you have questions about

referencing, on-line librarians can provide instant assistance

http://library.uws.edu.au/


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http://library.uws.edu.au/citing.php.

4.3 Other Resources

University life Find out about life outside the lecture theatre – news and events, services and facilities, career information

and more!

http://www.uws.edu.au/currentstudents/current_students/services_and_facilities

E-Learning Check your vUWS sites regularly for unit announcements and to keep up with online discussions. If you do not

have access to vUWS please contact e-learning on https://vuws.uws.edu.au/

Disability Service Students with a disability should visit:

http://www.uws.edu.au/currentstudents/current_students/getting_help/disability_services

Course and unit

rules

This site provides information on pre-requisites, co-requisites and other matters concerning how your

course is structured.

http://www.uws.edu.au/currentstudents/current_students/enrolment/course_and_unit_rules

Policies This site includes the full details of policies that apply to you as a UWS student.

http://www.uws.edu.au/policies/a-z

http://library.uws.edu.au/citing.php

http://www.uws.edu.au/currentstudents/current_students/services_and_facilities

https://vuws.uws.edu.au/

http://www.uws.edu.au/currentstudents/current_students/getting_help/disability_services

http://www.uws.edu.au/currentstudents/current_students/enrolment/course_and_unit_rules

http://www.uws.edu.au/policies/a-z


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5 Important Information

5.1 Student responsibilities and code of conduct

Student

responsibilities

Familiarise yourself with university policies on assessment and examinations. More information,

including links to the policies, can be found at section 5.3 of this Learning Guide

Ensure that you understand the requirements, including timetables, for examinations and other

assessments tasks.

Ensure you read and understand the assessment requirements and note the submission dates,

and seek assistance from the lecturer and/or unit coordinator when needed.

Notify relevant staff (e.g. lecturer, unit coordinator, disability adviser) as soon as possible prior

to, or at the beginning of, the semester to have special requirements accommodated.

Submit your own individual and unassisted assessment work, except as otherwise permitted.

Cheating, plagiarism, fabrication or falsification of data will be severely dealt with as per policy.

Behave ethically and appropriately, avoiding any action or behaviour which would unfairly

disadvantage or advantage another student. Where group work is assigned, ensure that every

group member has the opportunity to contribute in a meaningful way to the assignment.

Student conduct

and behaviour

Attend all lectures, tutorials, practicals and workshops – not attending these classes is often the

main cause of failure and low grades.

Respect the needs of other students who are participating in any class activities.

Pay attention in lectures, tutorials, practicals and workshops for key information on examinable material.

Do not use mobile phones during the lectures, tutorials, practicals and workshops and do not have ongoing conversations with fellow students during the lecture or if another student/tutor is presenting work in any of the classes.

Please use electronic devices for taking notes and other class activities, not surfing the net or checking email.

5.2 Staff responsibilities and code of conduct

Academic staff carry out their teaching responsibilities under the authority of the Dean of the School of Computing,

Engineering and Mathematics. The responsibilities of staff are outlined in the following table.

Staff responsibilities Assess students' work fairly, objectively and consistently and when in doubt consult with the

unit coordinator or the discipline Director of Academic Programs.

Provide students with appropriate, helpful and explanatory feedback on all work submitted for

assessment.

Make reasonable accommodation (e.g. length of time to complete) in assessment tasks and

examinations for students with special requirements and to seek assistance from the Disability

Advisor and Counsellor where appropriate and needed.

Ensure deadlines for the submission of examination papers to the Academic Registrar are met.

Immediately report any issues or concerns related to student academic and non-academic

misconduct to the Director of Academic Programs.


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5.3 Links to Policies

The University has a number of policies that relate to teaching and learning. Important policies affecting students

include:

Assessment Policy

Bullying Prevention Policy and Guidelines

Enrolment Policy (includes a section on the UWS Student Email Account)

Examinations Policy

Misconduct – Student Academic Misconduct Policy (see extract below)

Misconduct – Student Non-academic Misconduct Policy (see extract below)

Review of Grade Policy

Sexual Harassment Prevention Policy

Special Consideration Policy

Teaching and Learning – Fundamental Code

There are two policies that relate to misconduct – academic and non-academic misconduct. Breaches of these

policies can have very serious consequences. It is essential that you are familiar with these policies and how to avoid

misconduct of any type.

What is academic misconduct?

Academic misconduct may involve plagiarism, collusion or cheating. Plagiarism involves submitting or presenting work

in a unit as if it were the student's own work when, in fact, it was not. Collusion includes inciting, assisting, facilitating,

concealing or being involved in plagiarism, cheating or other academic misconduct with others. Cheating includes

dishonest conduct (or attempted dishonest conduct) in exams.

For the full definition of academic misconduct and the consequences of such behaviour, you are advised to read the

Misconduct – Student Academic Misconduct Policy.

There are many resources to help you avoid academic misconduct. Library staff can help you with referencing and the

Student Learning Unit can assist with academic writing and plagiarism. If you are unsure about any of your work you

should also ask your tutor or lecturer for advice and feedback.

What is non-academic misconduct?

Non-academic misconduct includes unlawful activities and crimes, falsifying documents (like a medical certificate or

academic records), harassing other students (or staff), stealing or damaging university property (like library books or

computers) and disrupting other students or staff. These are just some of the types of non-academic misconduct and

while these things are rare they do happen. If you believe you have been the victim of non-academic misconduct or

you are aware of any academic misconduct it is very important that you report it.

You should report all matters of non-academic misconduct directly to the School of Computing, Engineering and

Mathematics or Campus Security.

5.4 Raising concerns If you have a concern about this unit, please contact your lecturer or tutor in the first instance. If the matter is not

resolved, then you may contact the unit coordinator (see inside front cover). If you would prefer to speak to someone

else, you are advised to contact the Director of Academic Program responsible for this unit. Please note the Director

of Academic Program may refer your concern to a delegate to investigate and to respond to you.

The University also has a confidential Complaints Resolution Unit (see link below). You may contact this unit of the

University at any time; however, we would appreciate the opportunity to resolve the complaint in the first instance.

http://www.uws.edu.au/complaints/complaints_management_and_resolution












http://www.uws.edu.au/complaints/complaints_management_and_resolution

School of Computing Engineering & Mathematics

ASSIGNMENT / REPORT COVER SHEET This sheet must be attached to all material being submitted for marking.

Student name:

Student number:

Unit name and number:

Tutorial day and time:

Lecturer/Tutor:

Title of Assignment:

Length: (optional)

Date due:

Date submitted:

Student Declaration (must be signed) Declaration:

I hold a copy of this assignment if the original is lost or damaged. I hereby certify that no part of this assignment or product has been copied from any other student’s work or from any

other source except where due acknowledgement is made in the assignment. No part of the assignment/product has been written / produced for me by any other person except where collaboration

has been authorised by the subject lecturer/tutor concerned I am aware that this work may be reproduced and submitted to plagiarism detection software programs for the purpose

of detecting possible plagiarism (which may retain a copy on its database for future plagiarism checking)) I hereby certify that no part of this assignment or product has been submitted by me in another (previous or current)

assessment, except where appropriately referenced, and with prior permission from the Lecturer/Tutor/ Unit Co-ordinator for this unit.

Student signature and date:

Note: An examiner or lecturer/tutor has the right to not mark this assignment if the above declaration has not been signed.

Student Receipt

Student Number and Name:

Unit Number and Name:


ASSIGNMENTS TO BE HANDED IN AT RECEPTION MUST BE RECEIVED BY 12 NOON

School of Computing Engineering & Mathematics

GROUP ASSIGNMENT / REPORT COVER SHEET

This sheet MUST BE attached to all material being submitted for marking.

Student name: Student number:






Unit name & number:

Tutorial group:

Tutorial day and time:

Lecturer/Tutor:


Length: (optional)

Date due:

Date submitted:

Student Declaration (must be signed) Declaration:

I hold a copy of this assignment if the original is lost or damaged. I hereby certify that no part of this assignment or product has been copied from any other student’s work or from any

other source except where due acknowledgement is made in the assignment. No part of the assignment/product has been written / produced for me by any other person except where

collaboration has been authorised by the subject lecturer/tutor concerned I am aware that this work may be reproduced and submitted to plagiarism detection software programs for the

purpose of detecting possible plagiarism (which may retain a copy on its database for future plagiarism checking)

I hereby certify that no part of this assignment or product has been submitted by me in another (previous or current) assessment, except where appropriately referenced, and with prior permission from the Lecturer/Tutor/ Unit Co-ordinator for this unit.

Student signature and date:

(Submitting for group)

Note: An examiner or lecturer / tutor has the right to not mark this assignment if the above declaration has not been signed.

Student Receipt.

Student Number and Name:

Unit Number and Name:


ASSIGNMENTS TO BE HANDED IN AT RECEPTION MUST BE RECEIVED BY 12 NOON

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