Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences

School of Electrical, Computer and Telecommunications

Engineering

Subject Outline

ECTE324
Power Engineering 1
Autumn Session 2019
Wollongong
On-campus

Credit Points: 6
Co-requisites: ECTE202
Exclusions: ECTE222
Table of Contents

Section A: Subject Information ......................................................................................................................... 2

Subject Contacts ............................................................................................................................................. 3
Subject Details ............................................................................................................................................... 4
Subject Description ..................................................................................................................................... 4
Subject Learning Outcomes ........................................................................................................................ 4
ELearning, Readings, References and Materials............................................................................................ 5
Lectures and other learning activities ............................................................................................................. 6
Lecture and Contact Hours ......................................................................................................................... 6
Minimum Attendance Requirements .......................................................................................................... 6
Lecture Schedule ......................................................................................................................................... 6
Tutorial/Workshop/Lab/Practical Schedule ................................................................................................ 7
Section B: Assessment ...................................................................................................................................... 8
Assessment Tasks........................................................................................................................................... 8
Assessment 1............................................................................................................................................... 9
Assessment 2............................................................................................................................................. 10
Assessment 3............................................................................................................................................. 10
Assessment 4............................................................................................................................................. 11
Assessment 5............................................................................................................................................. 11
Submission and Return of Assessments ....................................................................................................... 12
General Assessment Information ................................................................................................................. 13
Section C: General Advice for Students .......................................................................................................... 16
Student Support ............................................................................................................................................ 16
Policies and Guidelines ................................................................................................................................ 18
Section A: Subject Information

SUBJECT CONTACTS

Subject Coordinator
Name Dr Ashish Agalgaonkar
Telephone 4221 3400
Email [email protected]
Room 35.G28
Consultation
Mondays 4:00-5:00 & Wednesdays 10:00-1:00
Times

Lecturer/s
Name Professor Sarath Perera
Telephone 4221 3405
Email [email protected]
Room 35.G33
Consultation
Mondays 10:30-12:30 & Thursdays 9:30-11:30
Times

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SUBJECT DETAILS

Subject Description
The topics covered in this subject include: basic structure of a power system; electric power generation;
single and three phase systems; power system equipment: typical power system loads; transformers, switch
gear and protection; installation practice: voltage drops, power factor correction, safety, earthing, protection
equipment rating; power quality: system disturbances, equipment susceptibility, improvement and
instrumentation; induction motors and dc machines; fundamentals of power electronics.

Subject Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:

Describe the structure & components of a power system.

Perform basic power system calculations involving power & energy requirements, voltage drops, power
factor correction & fault currents.
Describe the major types of power system loads & their particular requirements.
Describe power quality problems for particular load types & their solution.
Appreciate the need for safety & equipment protection & the means for achieving it.
Explain the principles of operation of the main types of: electrical machines used in industry; power
electronic converters; & machines in industrial systems.
Predict the performance of machines in industrial systems.
Wire up & measure power circuits safely & correctly.
Demonstrate team work & laboratory skills while completing experiments.

Student Workload
Students should note that UOW policy equates 1 credit point with 2 hours of study per week, including
lectures and tutorials/workshops/practicals, self-directed study and work on assessment tasks. For example,
in a 6 credit point subject, a total of 12 hours of study per week is expected.

Subject Changes and Response to Student Feedback

The School is committed to continual improvement in teaching and learning and takes into consideration
student feedback from many sources. These sources include direct student feedback to tutors and lecturers,
feedback through Student Services and the Faculty Central, and responses to the Subject Evaluation Surveys.
This information is also used to inform comprehensive reviews of subjects and courses.

Over a period of time, there are several changes which are incorporated in the subject as below:
- Revisions in the lecture contents based on the collective discussion between the concerned lecturers
- Changes in the lab component of the subject
- Integrating field trip component in the subject

Extraordinary Changes to the Subject Outline

In extraordinary circumstances the provisions stipulated in this Subject Outline may require amendment after
the Subject Outline has been distributed. All students enrolled in the subject must be notified and have the
opportunity to provide feedback in relation to the proposed amendment, prior to the amendment being
finalised.

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Learning Analytics
“Where Learning Analytics data (such as student engagement with Moodle, access to recorded lectures,
University Library usage, task marks, and use of SOLS) is available to the Subject Coordinator, this may be
used to assist in analysing student engagement, and to identify and recommend support to students who may
be at risk of failure. If you have questions about the kinds of data the University uses, how we collect it, and
how we protect your privacy in the use of this data, please refer to
https://www.uow.edu.au/about/privacy/index.html”.

ELEARNING, READINGS, REFERENCES AND MATERIALS

Major Text
None

Recommended Readings
M. A. El-Sharkawi, Electric Energy: An Introduction, 2nd or 3rd Edition, CRC Press.
This is not an exhaustive list. Students are encouraged to use the UOW Library catalogue and databases to
locate additional resources including the e-readings list: https://ereadingsprd.uow.edu.au/

References
T. Wildi, Electrical Machines, Drives and Power Systems, 4th or 5th or 6th Edition, Pearson Prentice Hall,
2006.
J. L. Kirtley, Electric Power Principles: Sources, Conversion, Distribution and Use, Wiley, 2010.
This is not an exhaustive list. Students are encouraged to use the UOW Library catalogue and databases to
locate additional resources.

Subject eLearning
The University uses the eLearning system Moodle to support all coursework subjects.
To access eLearning you must have a UOW user account name and password, and be enrolled in the subject.
eLearning is accessed via SOLS ( Student Online Service). Log on to SOLS and then click on the eLearning
link in the menu column.
You can find guidelines to eLearning here http://www.uow.edu.au/student/elearning/guide
You can find guidelines to ‘Netiquette’ here http://www.uow.edu.au/student/elearning/netiquette

Other Resources
Every student is required to maintain a logbook/workbook to record all results and observations while
running the experiments in the laboratory environment. Also, students should use the logbook/workbook to
answer revision questions for the laboratory (practical) component of the subject. Students are required to
maintain the logbooks/workbooks neatly.
Every student is required to submit the logbook at the completion of each laboratory for marking purposes.
Graded logbooks can be picked up from the Stores Officer in the Room No. 35.132A one week after
submission.
At the completion of the practical component of the subject, the marked logbooks will be retained by the
School.
Please note the soft copy of the laboratory workbook will be available on the Moodle site.

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Additional Requirements / Materials to be Purchased
Hard copy of the logbook or workbook needs to be maintained for the lab component. It will be retained by
the School at the end of the practical component of the subject.

LECTURES AND OTHER L EARNING ACTIVITIES

Lecture and Contact Hours

Current timetable information is located at http://www.uow.edu.au/student/timetables

Minimum Attendance Requirements

In accordance with the Student Charter, students should attend all lectures, tutorials and practicals associated
with this subject.
A record of attendance in all of these classes will be kept throughout the session as an indicator of
participation in the subject.
These records may be used in determining the outcome of an application for Academic Consideration (refer
to UOW Student Academic Consideration Guidelines.
(in accordance with General Course Rule 9.7 - https://www.uow.edu.au/about/policy/UOW058680.html)

Lecture Schedule
This is a guide to the weekly lecture topics however the delivery date of these topics may on occasion vary
due to unforeseen circumstances, such as the availability of a guest lecturer or access to other resources.
Week
Beginning Topics covered Readings Task Due
(Monday)
Week 1 Basic structure of a power system Lecture notes/relevant text book
4 March contents

Week 2 Electricity generation, electricity Lecture notes/relevant text book

11 March supply industry, typical power system contents
loads, and AC power calculations
Week 3 Power factor, power factor Lecture notes/relevant text book
18 March correction, ratings and efficiency, and contents
power system components and
calculations
Week 4 Transformers, single and three phase Lecture notes/relevant text book Labs commence
25 March systems contents with associated
lab based
assessments
including lab
quizzes
Week 5 Power system calculations, power Lecture notes/relevant text book
1 April measurements, and distribution contents
system operation and control
Week 6 Power system protection, and safety Lecture notes/relevant text book
8 April and customer installations contents

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Week 7 Review of Weeks 1-6 and Lecture notes/relevant text book Mid-session
15 April Assessment contents exam 1 (Quiz 1)

22-26
Mid Session Recess
April
Week 8 Generalised overview of rotating Lecture notes/relevant text book
29 April electrical machines contents

Week 9 Fundamentals of power electronics Lecture notes/relevant text book

6 May contents

Week 10 Power quality and reliability Lecture notes/relevant text book

13 May contents

Week 11 Power conditioning and power Lecture notes/relevant text book

20 May quality disturbances (flicker and contents
harmonics)
Week 12 Renewable energy Lecture notes/relevant text book
27 May contents

Week 13 Review of Weeks 8-12 and Lecture notes/relevant text book Mid-session
3 June Assessment contents exam 2 (Quiz 2)

Tutorial/Workshop/Lab/Practical Schedule
Week
Beginning Topics covered Activities/Readings Tasks Due
(Monday)
Week 1 Fundamental aspects related to Lecture notes/relevant text book
4 March power engineering contents

Week 2 Based on the associated lecture Lecture notes/relevant text book

11 March contents in Weeks 1 and 2 contents

Week 3 Based on the associated lecture Lecture notes/relevant text book

18 March contents in Weeks 2 and 3 contents

Labs commence
Week 4 Based on the associated lecture Lecture notes/relevant text book
with associated lab
25 March contents in Week 3 contents
based assessments

Week 5 Based on the associated lecture Lecture notes/relevant text book

1 April contents in Week 4 contents

Lab 2 with
Week 6 Based on the associated lecture Lecture notes/relevant text book
associated
8 April contents in Week 5 contents
assessments

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Week 7 Based on the associated lecture Lecture notes/relevant text book
15 April contents in Weeks 5 and 6 contents

22-26
Mid Session Recess
April
Lab 3 with
Week 8 Based on the associated lecture Lecture notes/relevant text book
associated
29 April contents in Week 8 contents
assessments

Week 9 Based on the associated lecture Lecture notes/relevant text book

6 May contents in Week 9 contents

Lab 4 with
Week 10 Based on the associated lecture Lecture notes/relevant text book
associated
13 May contents in Week 10 contents
assessments

Week 11 Based on the associated lecture Lecture notes/relevant text book

20 May contents in Week 11 contents

Lab 5 with
Week 12 Based on the associated lecture Lecture notes/relevant text book
associated
27 May contents in Week 12 contents
assessments

Week 13 Lecture notes/relevant text book

Study/Exam preparation
3 June contents

10-14 Study Recess

June
Exam
Week/s Exam timetable will be available via SOLS
15-27
June

Section B: Assessment

ASSESSMENT TASKS

Assessment Task Summary

Assessment Type Assessment Weight Subject Learning Outcome Assessed
Lab/Prac/Simulation 10 SLO2, SLO5, SLO8, SLO9
Quiz 20 SLO1, SLO2, SLO3, SLO4, SLO5, SLO6, SLO7
Exam 60 SLO1, SLO2, SLO3, SLO4, SLO5, SLO6, SLO7
Performance 5 SLO8, SLO9
Quiz 5 SLO1, SLO2, SLO3, SLO4, SLO5, SLO6, SLO7, SLO8

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Minimum Performance Requirements
All assessment tasks must be submitted. If you do not submit an assessment, speak to the Subject
Coordinator who may choose to give you an alternate assessment (this is not a guarantee). Students who do
not meet the minimum performance requirements, as specified for each assessment, will receive a TF
(Technical Fail) grade for this subject, which will appear on your Academic Transcript.

Requirements Related to Student Contributions

As indicated earlier, a soft copy of the Lab Workbook (covering Experiments 1-5) and summary sheet to
enter the lab marks (which needs to be pasted in the logbook) are available on the Moodle site. All students
must carefully prepare for each experiment. Students are expected to have read through the appropriate
experiment and to have performed any necessary preparation prior to the start of each Laboratory session.
Where necessary, students are expected to carry out numerical calculations. Please use your
logbook/workbook to answer all the lab related questions and record all the results and observations. Please
come prepared for the Laboratory class as failure to prepare may lead to exclusion. Please note the lab
demonstrators will check the pre-lab work at the beginning of the lab class. Please read through the
Workbook thoroughly for more details. The 'Introduction and Assessment' Section of the Workbook
highlights some of the important aspects such as submission of the logbook/workbook after each lab class
(for assessment) and Laboratory neatness.
All the students should carefully listen to the presentations and the instructions given by the demonstrators
throughout all the Lab sessions. Please note covered footwear is a MUST for all the lab classes. All the bags
need to be securely stored at the front of the room. Also, access to electronic equipment such as phone and
food will be restricted.
Referencing

Please note every student is required to submit the neatly completed hard bound logbook/lab workbook,
covering the experiments 1 to 5, in the last lab class (in Week 12). Lab demonstrators will keep a record to
ensure that everyone complies with the requirement. As indicated earlier, the marked logbooks/workbooks
will be retained by the School at the completion of the practical component of the subject.
Please consult the UOW Library website for further information: http://uow.libguides.com/refcite >>

Assessment 1

At the completion of each laboratory class (in accordance with the lab
Due Date enrolment)

Weighting 10
Assessment Type Lab/Prac/Simulation

Length / Duration 3 hour lab class including prior preparation

Hard copy logbook/workbook completed throughout each laboratory class
Description
including submission at end of the class.
Logbooks/workbooks completed in individual capacity by each student (by
recording all results and observations and answering review questions and
Assessment Criteria
questions requiring wiring diagrams) throughout each laboratory class with due
diligence.
Subject Learning SLO2, SLO5, Individual or Group
Individual
Outcomes Assessed SLO8, SLO9 Assessment
Method of Hard copy in the laboratory class
Submission

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Return of assessed Marked logbooks/workbooks will be available for collection from the Stores
work Officer in the Room No. 35.132A one week after submission

Assessment 2

Due Date 15 April and 3 June - During Weeks 7 and 13 respectively in the lecture hours
Weighting 20
Assessment Type Quiz

Length / Duration 1 hour exams - each with equal weight

Description Written mid session exams

Write-on exam involving problem solving, short answer type questions and
Assessment Criteria calculations. UOW approved calculators, drawing instruments and rulers are
allowed.

SLO1, SLO2,
Subject Learning SLO3, SLO4, Individual or Group
SLO5, SLO6, Individual
Outcomes Assessed Assessment
SLO7
Method of Hard copies to be handed in for marking at the end of the examination
Submission
Return of assessed Students will be able to review the marked exam papers (in consultation with
work the lab demonstrators) at the end of selected lab sessions

Assessment 3

Due Date As per the centralised university exam timetable

Weighting 60
Assessment Type Exam

Length / Duration 3 hour exam

Description End of session examination
Write-on exam involving problem solving, short answer type questions and
Assessment Criteria calculations. UOW approved calculators, drawing instruments and rulers are
allowed.
SLO1, SLO2,
Subject Learning SLO3, SLO4, Individual or Group
Individual
Outcomes Assessed SLO5, SLO6, Assessment
SLO7
Method of Hard copy to be handed in for marking at the end of the examination
Submission
Return of assessed As this is the major assessment, marked exam papers and final marks will be
work withheld

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Assessment 4

At the completion of each laboratory class (in accordance with the lab
Due Date
enrolment)
Weighting 5
Assessment Type Performance

Length / Duration 3 hour lab class including prior preparation

Description Assessed by lab demonstrators in each class
Students will be assessed by lab demonstrators in their contribution to the
Assessment Criteria experimental work and the maintenance of lab equipment.
Subject Learning Individual or Group
SLO8, SLO9 Individual and Group
Outcomes Assessed Assessment
Method of Duly completed logbook/workbook
Submission
Return of assessed Marked logbooks/workbooks will be available for collection from the Stores
work Officer in the Room No. 35.132A one week after submission

Assessment 5

At the beginning of each laboratory class (in accordance with the lab
Due Date
enrolment)
Weighting 5
Assessment Type Quiz

Length / Duration In the initial 10 minutes of each laboratory class

Description Short answer and/or multiple choice practical quiz

Write-on exam involving short answer and/or multiple choice questions and
Assessment Criteria questions requiring wiring diagrams
SLO1, SLO2,
Subject Learning SLO3, SLO4, Individual or Group
Individual
Outcomes Assessed SLO5, SLO6, Assessment
SLO7, SLO8
Method of Hard copy to be handed in for marking at the completion of the quiz
Submission
Return of assessed Marked lab quizzes will be available for review (in consultation with the lab
work demonstrators) two weeks after submission i.e., in the subsequent lab class

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Academic Integrity
The University’s policy on acknowledgement practice and plagiarism provides detailed information about
how to acknowledge the work of others: http://www.uow.edu.au/about/policy/UOW058648.html
The University’s Academic Integrity Policy, Faculty Handbooks and subject guides clearly set out the
University’s expectation that students submit only their own original work for assessment and avoid
plagiarising the work of others or cheating. Re-using any of your own work (either in part or in full), which
you have submitted previously for assessment, is not permitted without appropriate acknowledgement or
without the explicit permission of the Subject Coordinator. Plagiarism can be detected and has led to
students being expelled from the University.
The use by students of any website that provides access to essays or other assessment items (sometimes
marketed as ‘resources’), is extremely unwise. Students who provide an assessment item (or provide access
to an assessment item) to others, either directly or indirectly (for example by uploading an assessment item
to a website) are considered by the University to be intentionally or recklessly helping other students to
cheat. Uploading an assessment task, subject outline or other course materials without express permission of
the university is considered academic misconduct and students place themselves at risk of being expelled
from the University.

SUBMISSION AND RETURN OF ASSESSMENTS

Procedures for the Submission and Return of Assessed Work

Submission and return of Assessment is outlined above in the corresponding assessment description,
If the assessment is to be submitted to EIS Central please follow these instructions below:
Generate a cover sheet (note: you can only use this address while on campus):
 Go to http://130.130.64.116/fmi/webd
Login: student
Password: coverit
Group work requires a nominated group leader to generate the cover sheet, hand in the assignment and
collect the marked assessment from EIS Central. The team leader selects the <Group Cover> option and fills
in the names of the other team members in field available.
Bring the assessment, coversheet and student card and submit at EIS central (Ground Floor, Building 4,
Room G14) , email confirmation is provided on submission, you will also receive an email to advise your
marked assessment is available for collection.
End of session examination papers are not returned to students. Students wishing to view their end of session
examination paper will need to contact the subject coordinator to arrange a time for viewing. End of session
examination papers are held by the School in a secure location for a period of 12 months after the end of the
examination period, before secure disposal.
Late Submission of Assessment Tasks and Penalties
Assessed work must be handed in by the date and time given.

You will receive a mark of zero for late assessment tasks unless you are granted an academic consideration
for the task.

Extensions
Extensions of time to submit material for assessment can only be requested in advance of the due date for an
assessment activity through the Academic Consideration process on SOLS. For more information please

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refer to the Student Academic Consideration Policy at:
http://www.uow.edu.au/about/policy/UOW058721.html

Retention of Submitted Work

The University may retain copies of student work in order to facilitate quality assurance of assessment
processes, in support of the continuous improvement of assessment design, assessment marking and for the
review of the subject. The University retains records of students’ academic work in accordance with the
University Records Management Policy and the State Records Act 1988 and uses these records in
accordance with the University Privacy Policy and the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act
1998.

GENERAL ASSESSMENT I NFORMATION

Academic Consideration
If you believe that your submission of, performance in or attendance at an assessment activity, including an
examination, has been affected on compassionate grounds, by illness or by other serious extenuating
circumstances beyond your control, you can apply for academic consideration in Student OnLine Services
(SOLS). Do not assume that an application for academic consideration will be automatically granted. For
more information please refer to the Student Academic Consideration Policy at:
http://www.uow.edu.au/about/policy/UOW058721.html
In some circumstances you may be offered a deferred exam. For more information about Deferred and
Supplementary Exams refer to: http://www.uow.edu.au/student/exams/aboutsupp/index.html
Reasonable Adjustment
If you have a disability or a medical condition which may disadvantage you in your assessment tasks, you
can apply to have the conditions of your exams adjusted to take your disability or condition into account. In
particular students cannot assume that a reasonable adjustment document automatically gives a right to a
deferred or supplementary exam. Students with a disability may be entitled to reasonable adjustment to
assessment. A reasonable adjustment document obtained through Disability Services is a recommendation
that needs to be discussed and ratified by subject coordinators. Normal subject assessment requirements can
only be adjusted with the explicit written permission of the subject coordinator.
Supplementary Assessment
Supplementary assessment may be offered to students whose performance in this subject is close to that
required to pass the subject, and are otherwise identified as meriting an offer of a supplementary assessment.
The Subject Coordinator will determine the precise form of supplementary assessment at the time the offer
of a supplementary is made. In some circumstances you may be offered a supplementary exam. For more
information about Supplementary Exams refer to:
http://www.uow.edu.au/student/exams/aboutsupp/index.html

Scaling
Marks awarded for any assessment task (including examinations) may be subject to scaling at the end of the
session by the School Assessment Committee (SAC) and/or the Faculty Assessment Committee (FAC).
Marks may be scaled in accordance with University policy. Scaling will not affect any individual student’s
rank order within their cohort. For more information refer to Standards for Finalisation of Student Results:
http://www.uow.edu.au/about/policy/UOW039331.html

Student Academic Complaints Policy

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In accordance with the Coursework Student Academic Complaints Policy, a student may request an
explanation of a mark for an assessment task or a final grade for a subject consistent with the student’s right
to appropriate and useful feedback on their performance in an assessment task. Refer to the Coursework
Student Academic Complaints Policy (http://www.uow.edu.au/about/policy/UOW058653.html) for further
information.

Assessment Quality Cycle

The University of Wollongong is committed to the quality assurance and quality enhancement of assessment.
The University will meet its legislative and regulatory obligations, to ensure consistent and appropriate
assessment through course management and coordination, including assessment quality assurance
procedures. An Assessment Quality Cycle is used to describe quality assurance at the points of assessment
design, assessment delivery, the declaration of marks and grades, and review and improvement activities.
UOW Grade Descriptors

The UOW Grade Descriptors are general statements that communicate what our grades represent, in terms of
standards of performance, and provide a frame of reference to ensure that assessment practice across the
University is appropriate, consistent and fair. Grade Descriptors are expressed in general terms so that they
are applicable to a broad range of disciplines. For more information on the UOW grade descriptors see:
http://www.uow.edu.au/curriculum-transformation/aqc/uowgradedescriptors/index.html

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 Mark
Grade Descriptor
(%)
High 85-100 For performance that provides evidence of an outstanding level of attainment
Distinction of the relevant subject learning outcomes, demonstrating the attributes of a
distinction grade plus (as applicable) one or more of the following:
HD
 consistent evidence of deep and critical understanding
 substantial originality and insight in identifying, generating and
communicating competing arguments, perspectives or problem-solving
approaches
 critical evaluation of problems, their solutions and their implications
 use of quantitative analysis of data as the basis for deep and thoughtful
judgments, drawing insightful, carefully qualified conclusions from this
work
 creativity in application as appropriate to the discipline
 eloquent and sophisticated communication of information and ideas in
terms of the conventions of the discipline
 consistent application of appropriate skills, techniques and methods with
outstanding levels of precision and accuracy
 all or almost all answers correct, very few or none incorrect
Distinction 75-84 For performance that provides evidence of a superior level of attainment of
the relevant subject learning outcomes, demonstrating the attributes of a
D
credit grade plus (as applicable) one or more of the following:
 evidence of integration and evaluation of critical ideas, principles, concepts
and/or theories
 distinctive insight and ability in applying relevant skills, techniques,
methods and/or concepts
 demonstration of frequent originality in defining and analysing issues or
problems and providing solutions
 fluent and thorough communication of information and ideas in terms of
the conventions of the discipline
 frequent application of appropriate skills, techniques and methods with
superior levels of precision and accuracy
 most answers correct, few incorrect

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Credit 65-74 For performance that provides evidence of a high level of attainment of the
relevant subject learning outcomes, demonstrating the attributes of a pass
C
grade plus (as applicable) one or more of the following:
 evidence of learning that goes beyond replication of content knowledge or
skills
 demonstration of solid understanding of fundamental concepts in the field
of study
 demonstration of the ability to apply these concepts in a variety of contexts
 use of convincing arguments with appropriate coherent and logical
reasoning
 clear communication of information and ideas in terms of the conventions
of the discipline
 regular application of appropriate skills, techniques and methods with high
levels of precision and accuracy
 many answers correct, some incorrect
Pass 50-64 For performance that provides evidence of a satisfactory level attainment of
the relevant subject learning outcomes, demonstrating (as applicable) one or
P
more of the following:
 knowledge, understanding and application of fundamental concepts of the
field of study
 use of routine arguments with acceptable reasoning
 adequate communication of information and ideas in terms of the
conventions of the discipline
 ability to apply appropriate skills, techniques and methods with satisfactory
levels of precision and accuracy
 a combination of correct and incorrect answers
Fail <50 For performance that does not provide sufficient evidence of attainment of
the relevant subject learning outcomes.
F
Technical Fail When minimum performance level requirements for at least one assessment
item in the subject as a whole has not been met despite the student achieving
TF
at least a satisfactory level of attainment of the subject learning outcomes.
Satisfactory Awarded for performance that demonstrates a satisfactory level of attainment
of the relevant subject learning outcomes.
S
Unsatisfactory Awarded for performance that demonstrates an unsatisfactory level of
attainment of the relevant subject learning outcomes.
U

Section C: General Advice for Students

STUDENT SUPPORT

Faculty of Engineering & Information Sciences - Student Central

EIS Student Central is your first point of contact for a wide range of enquiries;

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 Location: Building 4.G14
Telephone: +61 2 4221 3491
Email: [email protected]

Student Support Adviser (SSA)

If you have a temporary or ongoing issue or a problem that is affecting your study, including issues that are
related to belonging to an equity group, then the Student Support Advisers may be able to help. There are
Student Support Advisers available to assist students who are studying at all UOW Campuses and in all
UOW Faculties. Contact details can be found on the UOW website:
https://www.uow.edu.au/student/services/SSA/contact

Library Services
To save yourself time and enhance your studies: connect with information specialists and resources anytime,
anywhere via Ask Us: http://www.library.uow.edu.au/ask or Google “UOW library ask us”

Online – Ask a Librarian Ask questions and receive a response within 1 business day
In person – Book a Librarian 30-minute appointment with an Librarian
1 hour appointment with an information specialist.
Research Consultation
Available to UOW academics, HDRs, Postgraduate Coursework, Honours
Service
and Masters students.
By phone +61 2 4221 3548

The Main Library (Building 16) and Education Curriculum Resources Centre (Building 22) are located at the
Wollongong Campus. UOW Libraries at other locations are listed on the Library website.

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POLICIES AND GUIDELI NES

Teaching and Assessment: Code of Practice - Teaching

This Code is a key document in implementing the University’s Teaching and Assessment Policy and sets out
the specific responsibilities of parties affected in relation to learning, teaching and assessment, as well as
procedures for teaching staff. The Code can be found at:
http://www.uow.edu.au/about/policy/UOW058666.html

Teaching and Assessment: Assessment and Feedback Policy

The purpose of this Policy is to set out the University of Wollongong’s approach to effective learning,
teaching and assessment, including the principles and minimum standards underlying teaching and
assessment practice. The Policy can be found at:
http://www.uow.edu.au/about/policy/alphalisting/UOW222905.html

Teaching and Assessment: Subject Delivery Policy

This Policy sets out specific requirements in relation to the delivery of Subjects. The policy can be found at:
http://www.uow.edu.au/about/policy/alphalisting/UOW222906.html

The Student Charter – Your Rights and Responsibilities

The Student Charter is shaped by the University’s mission to excel through providing world-class teaching,
learning and research opportunities that challenge, inform and inspire its students in a diverse and inclusive
environment. The Student Charter is based on principles that guide all members of the University and that
promote responsible partnerships within and beyond the University community. It acknowledges the
importance of the connection that is forged between students and staff of the University as well as the
broader community. It encompasses a commitment to academic integrity and the five fundamental values on
which this rests: honesty, trust, fairness, respect and responsibility.
http://www.uow.edu.au/student/charter/index.html

Academic Integrity and Plagiarism Policy

The University’s policy on acknowledgement practice and plagiarism provides detailed information about
how to acknowledge the work of others:
http://www.uow.edu.au/about/policy/UOW058648.html

Student Academic Consideration Policy

The purpose of the Student Academic Consideration Policy is to enable student requests for academic
consideration for specific assessment tasks, examinations, academic progress or attendance requirements in a
subject relevant to their course to be evaluated in a fair, reasonable, timely and consistent manner throughout
the University. This Policy sets out clear and defined requirements allowing for transparency, ease of
interpretation and implementation. Consistency in criteria, procedures, and outcomes in the processing of
applications for academic consideration for all forms of assessment are requirements of this Policy. The
Policy can be found at:
http://www.uow.edu.au/about/policy/UOW058721.html

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Course Progress Policy
The Course Progress Policy establishes the requirements, definitions and procedures to be used in
determining the standards of acceptable course progress; the definitions of the roles and responsibilities of
UOW staff and students with regard to course progress; and the descriptions of the resources and choices
available to assist students at risk of not achieving course progress standards. The Policy can be found at:
http://www.uow.edu.au/about/policy/UOW058679.html

Coursework Student Academic Complaints Policy

UOW aims to provide a transparent and consistent process for resolving student academic grievances.
Further information is available at:
http://www.uow.edu.au/about/policy/UOW058653.html

Inclusive Language Guidelines

UOW endorses a policy of non-discriminatory language practice in all academic and administrative activities
of the University. Further information is available from:
http://www.uow.edu.au/about/policy/alphalisting/UOW140611.html

Copyright Policy
The purpose of this Policy is to outline responsibilities and procedures regarding the use of third party
copyright material, with the objectives of reducing staff and UOW exposure to the risks associated with the
use of third party copyright material, assisting staff to make full legal use of the materials at their disposal by
clearly identifying responsibilities and promoting copyright compliance. The Policy can be found at:
http://www.uow.edu.au/about/policy/alphalisting/UOW026670.html

Intellectual Property
UOW’s Intellectual Property Policy provides guidance on the approach taken to Intellectual Property (IP),
including its ownership, protection and exploitation. Further information about the management of IP is
available at http://www.uow.edu.au/about/policy/UOW058689.html

Student Conduct Rules

In line with UOW’s commitment to academic integrity, new rules related to student conduct have been in
effect since 1 January 2008. Relevant information may be found at:
http://www.uow.edu.au/about/policy/UOW058723.html

Code of Practice – Research

This Code mandates the current policy and best practice relating to procedures for responsible research. The
Code can be found at:
http://www.uow.edu.au/about/policy/UOW058663.html

Code of Practice – Honours

This Code sets out the responsibilities of all parties involved in managing students undertaking Honours
Programs. The Code can be found at:

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http://www.uow.edu.au/about/policy/UOW058661.html

The Code of Practice – Student Professional Experience

The Code of Practice – Student Professional Experience sets out what is expected from students, the
University and Host Organisations in providing student professional experience programs. It applies to
student professional experience programs that form the whole or part of a subject or course offered at the
University. The code assists in promoting a productive learning experience for students. Current policies and
practices relating to the workplace experience and other practical training requirements can be found at:
http://www.uow.edu.au/about/policy/UOW058662.html

IP Student Assignment of Intellectual Property Policy

This policy applies to all Students (under-graduate and post-graduate) of the University of Wollongong
(UOW). It may also apply to other persons by agreement. This policy sets out the approach taken by UOW
in relation to Student assignment of intellectual property. Further information about this policy can be found
here:
http://www.uow.edu.au/about/policy/UOW058690.html

Ethical Objection by Students to the Use of Animal and Animal Products in Coursework Subjects
The University of Wollongong is committed to recognition of the diversity of values held by students at the
University and seeks to provide avenues for students to complete their chosen field of study without
compromising their ethical commitments. The University, through its Animal Ethics Committee, has a
responsibility to review any proposed research and teaching involving living animals in accordance with the
NHMRC Australian Code of Practice for the Care and Use of Animals for Scientific Purposes (2004) and the
Animal Research Act, 1985 (NSW).
This policy provides a framework for recognition of and responses to students' ethical or religious objection
to animal use in coursework subjects at the University of Wollongong. For the purpose of this policy, animal
use includes killing of animals in experimental work, dissection of animals that are already dead, use of
animal tissues, use of animal-derived products (such as sera). These uses are relevant to teaching and
assessment. Further information about this policy can be found here:
http://www.uow.edu.au/about/policy/UOW058708.html

Human Research Ethics Guidelines

The Human Research Ethics Committee protects the welfare and rights of the participants in research
activities. Further information can be found here:
http://www.uow.edu.au/research/ethics/human/index.html

Workplace Health & Safety Policy

The Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) unit at UOW aims to provide structures, system and support to
ensure the health, safety and welfare of all at the campus. Further information is available from:
http://staff.uow.edu.au/ohs/

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