School of Engineering

In this module, students learn to analyse problems in engineering mechanics based on basic principles and concepts such as equilibrium, friction, momentum, Newton's laws of motion, work and energy. This module covers both statics and dynamics with an emphasis on free body diagrams, and the application of basic principles to establish and solve equations.

This module surveys various types of operating systems, their roles and functions, including commonly used operating system commands and simple script writing, and introduces students to inter-networking with the use of routers. Topics covered in computer networking include various types of transmission media, data communication protocol, layered protocol concepts, network topologies, introduction to Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol and Wireless Application Protocol, and network connection devices. Students will be involved in lab activities such as setting up a basic LAN configuration.

This module is designed to provide students with the fundamental skills in Mathematics required to solve basic engineering problems. Topics are introduced in an order that is intended to keep pace with the application requirements in engineering modules. The emphasis in each topic is on simple applications and problem solving. Throughout the module, a Computer Algebra System is used when apppropriate. Topics include trigonometry, coordinate geometry, differentiation and integration with applications.

This module explores the fundamental concepts, design, management and applications of database systems. Topics covered include database concepts, storage structures, Entity-Relationship data modelling, relationship model of data, normalisation, structure query language, database administration and database applications development.

This module provides a basic knowledge of DC and AC circuit analysis as well as an introduction to analogue electronics devices and circuits to prepare students for upcoming modules dealing with computer interfacing and controls. Topics include Ohm's Law, Kirchhoff's Voltage and Current Laws, DC series and parallel circuits, AC concepts and circuits, capacitors and inductors. Students will also be introduced to commonly used analogue devices and circuits, such as diodes, semiconductors, transistors, operational amplifiers and their practical applications.

This module introduces project management from both the engineering and software perspectives. Topics include project evaluation, selection, estimation, activity planning, resource allocation, monitoring and control, managing people and teams, software quality and standards. Project Management tools will be taught during the practical lessons.

This module equips students with a core knowledge of how automated control systems are implemented in process plants and how computer controls are implemented. It covers fundamental concepts and components of feedback control, system dynamics, Proportional, Integral, Derivative (PID) control modes, Fuzzy logic control, advanced control strategies, introduction to digital control techniques, computer interfaces and computer control of processes and field bus technology. Certain industrial standards such as Standard for the Exchange of Product Model Data (STEP) will also be taught.

This module provides a fundamental knowledge of the role, operations and issues of e-commerce and e-manufacturing in the modern Internet economy, and the technology and tools to ensure secure transactions over the Internet. Topics include e-commerce business models; functions and components of a typical e-commerce application; e-manufacturing concepts; e-manufacturing implementations; social and legal issues relating to e-applications; cryptographic technology; digital certificates; Secure Socket Layer (SSL); and Secure Electronic Transaction (SET).

This module provides a broad introduction to many essential facets of supply chain management, including the critical concerns involved in the design, control, operation, and management of supply chain systems. Students will explore the various models and tools that have been developed for supply chain management, as well as learn simple techniques to analyse various aspects of the supply chain.

This six-month, full-time placement cum project module or the six-month, full-time in-house development project module provides students with opportunities to apply the skills and knowledge gained from the various modules in the development of a software or IT-integrated system to solve practical problems. Students are expected to analyse the problem as well as design, document, implement and test the system. They also have to review the project process and product.

This module highlights the important role of information systems in the industry. Students will be introduced to some of the essential functional areas of an enterprise system, like sales and distribution, production and supply chain management, and production planning, and how their information interact and relate with one another through the use of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System Software.

This module gives an overall view of macro and micro economics. It focuses more on the microeconomics theory of demand and supply, resource allocation, consumer behaviour, market demand, production and cost theory, price and output of firms under conditions of perfect and imperfect competition. At the end of the module, students will be able to apply the basic concepts of economics and its tools to analyse economic problems and issues.

Using a hands-on approach, this module equips students with a working knowledge of the computer system. Students will be trained to use spreadsheets to analyse, solve and present solutions effectively. This module will enhance their skills and knowledge in using information and computer technologies for business applications.