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This document outlines the subject Mechanical Design 1 which is a 6 credit point subject offered in Spring 2019. It will be delivered through both online and on-campus activities including lectures, tutorials, and a design project. Topics covered include mechanical design processes, computer aided design, engineering materials, and developing mechanical and mechatronic systems. The intended learning outcomes are developing CAD modeling skills, applying design principles, and effectively communicating design work.

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This document outlines the subject Mechanical Design 1 which is a 6 credit point subject offered in Spring 2019. It will be delivered through both online and on-campus activities including lectures, tutorials, and a design project. Topics covered include mechanical design processes, computer aided design, engineering materials, and developing mechanical and mechatronic systems. The intended learning outcomes are developing CAD modeling skills, applying design principles, and effectively communicating design work.

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SUBJECT OUTLINE

48600 Mechanical Design 1


Course area UTS: Engineering
Delivery Spring 2019; City
Subject
Field of practice: Mechanical Engineering program and Mechanical and
classification
Mechatronics Engineering program
Credit points 6cp
Requisite(s) 48331 Mechanics of Solids AND 48621 Manufacturing Engineering AND 48240
Design and Innovation Fundamentals
Result type Grade and marks

Attendance: 2hpw (combined large class), 2hpw (tutorial/workshop)


Recommended studies: 48510 Introduction to Electrical Engineering

Subject coordinator
Dr. Lee 'Mickey' Clemon
Email: [email protected]
Room: CB11.09.127
Phone: (02) 9514 2681

Teaching staff
Dr. Lee 'Mickey' Clemon
Email: [email protected]

Graeme Peck (Practicing Mechanical Design Engineer)

Lab and workshop tutors

Dr. Nick Bennett

Villy Yordanov

Sabrina Emmanouel

Rowan Smith

Contacting teaching staff

The Subject Coordinator may be contacted by email if you have matters of a personal nature to discuss, e.g. illness,
study problems, and for issues to do with extensions, group problems or other matters of importance. Questions
regarding assessment or content within the subject are welcome in lectures or tutorials or alternatively post them to
the discussion board in UTSOnline. This helps ensure that all students get the benefit of the answers given.

All email sent to subject coordinators, tutors or lecturers must have a clear subject line that states the subject number
followed by the subject of the email [e.g. Subject 48600, Request for Extension], and must be sent from your UTS
email address.

Consultation hours: Check the UTSOnline Contact section for details on consultation hours. Requests for
appointments outside the given consultation hours may be arranged where circumstances require, and to do so
please contact the subject coordinator by email.

Subject description
This subject is the first in a set of three engineering design subjects. It builds on and brings together the concepts
introduced in earlier subjects (e.g. the prerequisite subject). Topics covered include the mechanical design process,
graphical presentation of engineering ideas and components, computer-aided design, engineering materials and
processes and aspects of engineering knowledge. A two-phase design-and-build project is a major component of this

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processes and aspects of engineering knowledge. A two-phase design-and-build project is a major component of this
subject.

Subject learning objectives (SLOs)


Upon successful completion of this subject students should be able to:
1. Use CAD solid modelling software to create part and assembly models and then generate detail and pictorial
drawings of common engineering components to AS1100 requirements.

2. Describe and apply the concept of design intent when creating CAD solid and assembly models.
3. Apply the principles of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
4. Apply the principles of mechanism analysis and design.
5. Apply good mechanical design practice to design and build a mechanical device.
6. Apply mechatronics principles to develop a mechatronic system to control a mechanical device.
7. Communicate and document design ideas, decisions, justifications, calculations and outcomes effectively

Course intended learning outcomes (CILOs)


This subject also contributes specifically to the development of the following faculty Course Intended Learning
Outcomes (CILOs) and Engineers Australia (EA) Stage 1 competencies:
Establish priorities and goals, which is linked to EA Stage 1 Competencies: 2.3, 3.5 (A.2)
Problem-solving and design - engineering practice focuses on problem solving and design where artifacts are
conceived, created, used, modified, maintained and retired (B.0)
Identify and apply relevant problem-solving methodologies, which is linked to EA Stage 1 Competencies: 1.1, 2.1,
2.2, 2.3 (B.1)
Design components, systems and/or processes to meet required specifications, which is linked to EA Stage 1
Competencies: 1.3, 1.6, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3 (B.2)
Synthesise alternative/innovative solutions, concepts and procedures, which is linked to EA Stage 1
Competencies: 1.1, 3.3 (B.3)
Apply decision-making methodologies to evaluate solutions for efficiency, effectiveness and sustainability, which is
linked to EA Stage 1 Competencies: 1.2, 2.1 (B.4)
Implement and test solutions, which is linked to EA Stage 1 Competencies: 2.2, 2.3 (B.5)
Abstraction and modelling - Abstraction, modelling, simulation and visualisation inform decision-making, and are
underpinned by mathematics, as well as basic discipline sciences (C.0)
Apply abstraction, mathematics and/or discipline fundamentals to analysis, design and operation, which is linked to
EA Stage 1 Competencies: 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2 (C.1)
Develop models using appropriate tools such as computer software, laboratory equipment and other devices, which
is linked to EA Stage 1 Competencies: 2.2, 2.3, 2.4 (C.2)
Evaluate model applicability, accuracy and limitations, which is linked to EA Stage 1 Competencies: 2.1, 2.2 (C.3)
Self-management - Graduates must have capabilities for self-organisation, self-review, personal development and
lifelong learning (D.0)
Communicate effectively in ways appropriate to the discipline, audience and purpose, which is linked to EA Stage 1
Competency: 3.2 (E.1)

Teaching and learning strategies


Student learning in the subject is facilitated through a combination of online and on-campus activities. On-campus
activities include a large class session (Lec1) that all students enrolled in the subject are expected to attend and a
tutorial (Cmp1) / lab (Lab1) session that all students allocated to that activity are expected to attend. The large class
session will typically involve individual and collaborative problem solving activities interspersed with presentations.

Students are expected to read indicated material, view online resources such as video lectures/tutorials, webinars,

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online calculators, supplier websites and catalogues, etc before the on-campus activities so that this time can be more
effectively used for problem solving and other collaborative activities rather than for presenting material that most
people can understand on their own.

The Cmp1 tutorial session is dedicated to improving the students' Computer Aided Design skills to produce mechanical
part and assembly models. Students will produce and read engineering detailed part and mechanical assembly
drawings to Australian Standard AS1100.

The Lab1 tutorial session provides the opportunity for students to work together in their groups on their major design
and build project. Teaching staff and tutors will be available in each session for consultation and advice.

Content (topics)
The subject includes the following topics:
• design process
• computer aided design and solid modelling
• drawing standards, dimensioning, tolerances, fits
• mechanical systems and components (e.g. bearings, cams, springs)
• structural details for strength and stiffness
• fastening and joining
• motor characteristics and selection
• mechatronics

Program
Week/Session Dates Description

1 For all weeks you should complete introductory and pre-class learning activities before
LEC1 activity sessions. Lec1 classes should not be considered to be traditional
lectures where you just sit and listen and take notes. This sort of (in)activity is best
suited to be delivered online. Instead, Lec1 classes should be thought of as 'design
studios' where there will be demonstrations, discussions, application,
interactive/collaborative activities and Q and A related to the week's content. This will
be facilitated by the subject coordinator, but importantly, for a few weeks it will also be
supported by a practicing mechanical design engineer.

Pre-class: refer to UTSOnline Learning Materials Week 1. e.g. for this week read the
Subject Outline; watch FUNdaMENTALs of Design Video Lecture Series: Topic01
Design is a Passionate Process.

LEC1: Design process. Design specifications. Design and build project. CAMD -
SolidWorks, solid modelling, design intent, drawing templates and standards.

CMP1: Computer Aided Design Assignment 1 with tutor and video assistance (e.g.
Lynda.com SolidWorks 2016 Essential Training). Create your own personal drawing
template. Part modelling and creating drawings to AS1100.

2 Pre-class: refer to UTSOnline Learning Materials Week 2.

LEC1: Design process. Functional requirements. CAMD - Dimensioning, tolerance,


functional and non-functional dimensions.

CMP1: Work on CAD Assignment 1 with tutor and video assistance.

3 Pre-class: refer to UTSOnline Learning Materials Week 3.

LEC1: Design process. Ideation. Morphology design. CAMD - sheetmetal and


weldments.

CMP1:Continue with CAD Assignment 1 with video assistance. Work on CAD


Assignment 2 with tutor and video assistance.

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4 Pre-class and online: refer to UTSOnline Learning Materials Week 4.

LEC1: Design process - Analysis. Fundamental principles, load analysis, structural


loops. Structure - layouts, stiffness, strength.

CMP1: Work on CAD Assignment 2 with tutor and video assistance. Sheetmetal and
weldment design.

5 Pre-class: refer to UTSOnline Learning Materials Week 5.

LEC1: Motors in mechanical design: types, applications, selection, control.

LAB1: Work on CAD Assignment 2 and 3 with tutor and video assistance. Sheetmetal
and weldment design. Toolbox - bearings.

Notes:

Assistance with CAD assignments is available in LEC1 class. You are encouraged to
BYOD to facilitate this.

6 Pre-class: refer to UTSOnline Learning Materials Week 6.

LEC1: Mechatronics - sensing, feedback and control.

LAB1: Workshop facilities inductions and training. Work on CAD Assignment 2 and 3
with tutor and video assistance. Sheetmetal and weldment design. Toolbox - bearings.

Notes:

Assistance with CAD assignments is available in LEC1 class. You are encouraged to
BYOD to facilitate this.

7 Pre-class: refer to UTSOnline Learning Materials Week 7.

LEC1: Weldments. Rolling element bearings: loading, life and selection.

LAB1: Workshop facilities inductions and training. Work on CAD Assignment 3 with
tutor and video assistance. Toolbox - bearings. Self-directed work on D&B project.

Notes:

Assistance with CAD assignments is available in LEC1 class. You are encouraged to
BYOD to facilitate this.

S1 StuVac - no classes unless otherwise notified by announcement on UTSOnline

8 Pre-class: refer to UTSOnline Learning Materials Week 8.

LEC1: Rolling element bearings: mounting, retention, housing, tolerances and fits.

LAB1: Workshop facilities inductions and training. Work on CAD Assignment 3 with
tutor and video assistance. Toolbox - bearings. Self-directed work on D&B project.

Notes:

Assistance with CAD assignments is available in LEC1 class. You are encouraged to

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BYOD to facilitate this.

9 Pre-class: refer to UTSOnline Learning Materials Week 9.

LEC1: Lifting devices, power screws

LAB1: Self-directed work on D&B project. Work on CAD Assignment 4 with tutor and
video assistance.

Notes:

Project phase 1 documentation and self-reported results due.

Assistance with CAD assignments is available in LEC1 class. You are encouraged to
BYOD to facilitate this.

10 Pre-class: Make use of online resources to assist with D&B project and CAD
assignment.

LEC1: Design studio for D&B project and/or further work on previous weeks' topics.

LAB1: Self-directed work on D&B project. Work on CAD Assignment 4 with tutor and
video assistance.

Notes:

Assistance with CAD assignments is available in LEC1 class. You are encouraged to
BYOD to facilitate this.

11 Pre-class: Make use of online resources to assist with D&B project and CAD
assignment.

LEC1: Design studio for D&B project and/or further work on previous weeks' topics.

LAB1: Self-directed work on D&B project. Work on CAD Assignment 4 with tutor and
video assistance.

Notes:

Assistance with CAD assignments is available in LEC1 class. You are encouraged to
BYOD to facilitate this.

12 Pre-class: Make use of online resources to assist with D&B project and CAD
assignment.

LEC1: Design studio for D&B project and/or further work on previous weeks' topics.

LAB1: Self-directed work on D&B project. Work on CAD Assignment 4 with tutor and
video assistance.

Notes:

Assistance with CAD assignments is available in LEC1 class. You are encouraged to
BYOD to facilitate this.

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S2 StuVac - no classes

Notes:

Schedule subject to minor change due to staff/facilities availability and other unforseen
circumstances.

A1, A2 Final Assessment Period

Final opportunity for Design and Build Project prototyping assessment.

Design and Build Project documentation submission.

Additional information
Tutorial Attendance

Participation and attendance at LAB1 tutorials is encouraged due to group work on the Design and Build project.

Additional subject costs


Extra costs may be incurred in the design and build project as students will need to purchase electronic components
for the mechatronics module and may need to purchase materials and components to build their vehicle. This usually
amounts to around $200 per group (i.e. about $4/week per person for a group of 5).

Assessment
Assessment task 1: Computer Aided Design (CAD)
Intent: Through this assessment task students further develop and demonstrate their skills in Computer
Aided Design using Solid Modelling software. Tasks include the creation of parts and assembly
models and the generation of Detailed and Assembly drawings to Australian Standard AS1100.
Students will apply the principles of dimensioning and tolerancing. Parts and assemblies will include
common mechanical components and sub-assemblies. These skills are essential in development of
students' ability to design, synthesize, apply abstraction and develop models in the context of
mechanical design.

This assessment task will be divided into several sub-tasks/projects with staged submission to
enable students to obtain feedback on their progress.

Objective(s): This assessment task addresses the following subject learning objectives (SLOs):

1, 2, 3, 5 and 7

This assessment task contributes to the development of the following course intended learning
outcomes (CILOs):

B.0, B.1, C.0 and E.1

Type: Design/drawing/plan/sketch

Groupwork: Individual

Weight: 50%

Task: In total there are four separate CAD exercises ranging from a detailed drawing of a component to the

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Task: In total there are four separate CAD exercises ranging from a detailed drawing of a component to the
computer aided analysis of a mechanism. For each task the student is required to apply his or her
acquired knowledge gained from the video lecture series, LEC1 sessions and CMP1, and, when
suggested, references and further reading to achieve a feasible design outcome.

Details will be provided in separate document that may be downloaded from UTSOnline.

Length: Calculations for component design as required.


Drawing production of designed components and assemblies as required.

Due: CAD exercise 1 - Week 3; CAD exercise 2 - Week 6; CAD exercise 3 - Week 9; CAD exercise 4 -
Assessment Week 1; In all cases submission is online via UTSOnline anytime before 11:59pm Friday
of the week indicated.

Criteria Criteria Weight (%) SLOs CILOs


linkages:
Part and assembly models and 25 1, 2 B.1, C.0
drawings of designed components
complete

Drawings adhere to guidelines for good 25 1, 2, 3, 7 E.1


drawing practice, presentation and
AS1100

Complete and correct calculations for 25 3, 5 B.0, C.0


design and selection of components.

Correct specification of dimensions and 25 3, 7 E.1


tolerances for components.

SLOs: subject learning objectives


CILOs: course intended learning outcomes

Assessment task 2: Design and Build Project


Intent: Students work in teams to apply problem solving techniques and mechanical and mechatronic
design principles to construct (synthesise) a mechanical device to meet a set of performance
criteria and limiting specifications (constraints). Students are required to prioritize tasks in order to
manage their time, skills and knowledge to complete the project tasks. Students employ research
skills to assist them to make informed choices and decisions (decision making) and be able to
justify and document them (communicate effectively).

Objective(s): This assessment task addresses the following subject learning objectives (SLOs):

1, 4, 5, 6 and 7

This assessment task contributes to the development of the following course intended learning
outcomes (CILOs):

A.2, B.1, B.2, B.3, B.4, B.5, C.1, C.2, C.3, D.0 and E.1

Type: Project

Groupwork: Group, group and individually assessed

Weight: 50%

Task: Demonstrate and apply theoretical and practical knowledge of mechanical and mechatronic design

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Task: Demonstrate and apply theoretical and practical knowledge of mechanical and mechatronic design
and related engineering principles to design and construct a mechanical and/or mechatronic device
- Prototyping (Warman competition or equivalent) 20%

- Phase 1 documentation 10%


- Final documentation 20%

Details will be provided in separate document that may be downloaded from UTSOnline.

Due: Phase 1 documentation of project is due according to the documentation describing it on UTSOnline.
Design and build project prototyping may be assessed at anytime in your LAB1 class time during or
before Assessment Week 1. If D&B prototyping has not been assessed before the end of Assessment
Week 1 you will be allocated a time during Assessment Week 2. This allocated assessment time
should be considered in the same way as a Formal Exam time. The first artefact submission is due
11:59PM Week 7 online. Final design documentation to be submitted by 11:59 pm Friday of Week
12.

Criteria Criteria Weight (%) SLOs CILOs


linkages:
Demonstrated application of theoretical and 20 1, 4, 5, 6 B.2, B.3, C.2
practical knowledge of mechanical and
mechatronic design and related engineering
principles.

Performance of mechanical and/or 20 4, 5, 6 B.5


mechatronic device.

Analysis of requirements, specifications and 10 5 B.1, B.4


constraints in a mechanical engineering
design project.

Prioritization and management of 10 5, 6 A.2, D.0


competing demands and limited resources

Description, justification and 10 1, 4, 5, 6, 7 A.2, B.4, B.5,


defence/critique of design decisions and C.1, E.1
final solution

Solution of problems in the construction 10 4, 5, 6 B.1, B.5


and testing phases of the mechanical
device.

Self and peer evaluation of mechanical 10 7 B.5, C.3


device performance in testing.

Effective oral and written communication as 10 7 E.1


an individual and in a team.

SLOs: subject learning objectives


CILOs: course intended learning outcomes

Further All group marks will be modified through self and peer assessment in SPARKPlus to generate
information: individual marks for each group member.

Moderation of marks
Group marks will be modified for individual group members through self and peer assessment rating tools such as
SPARKPlus. Groups will not receive marks until self and peer assessment ratings have been submitted. Students who
have not submitted self and peer assessment ratings by the notified deadline will receive individual mark modification
factor based on their peers' assessment only.

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Assessment feedback
Assessment Task 1:

Feedback will be provided via marks and comments entered into Grade Centre on UTSOnline. Students may also talk
to their tutor about their work during classes.

Assessment Task 2:

Feedback on your group's device design will be provided immediately during Design Studio sessions. Immediate
feedback is available during your group's device's performance assessment.
Marks will be entered into Grade Centre on UTSOnline. Feedback on your group's design documentation will be
provided immediately during Design Studio sessions as well as via marks and comments entered into Grade Centre
on UTSOnline.

Minimum requirements
In order to pass the subject, a student must achieve an overall mark of 50% or more.

Required texts
No required texts. MIT Course notes that accompany the MIT video Lecture series are provided.

Recommended texts
The following two texts will be helpful and digital editions are available to you for FREE via the UTS Library link on
UTSOnline, i.e. $0:

Childs, Peter R.N., Mechanical Design Engineering Handbook, Butterworth-Heinemann, 2014 (this is the
recommended text)
Simmons, Colin H. et al., Manual of Engineering Drawing: Technical Product Specification and Documentation to
British and International Standards, Elsevier, 2012

Simmons, Colin H. & Phelps, Neil, Essential Guide to Technical Product Specification - Engineering Drawing, BSI
Standards Ltd., 2009

For SolidWorks assistance - if you prefer a textbook to online videos


Bethune, J.D., Engineering and Design Graphics with SolidWorks 2016, Pearson, 2016 (but it's $$$$$$)

References
Ullman, D.G., The Mechanical Design Process, McGraw-Hill
Boundy, A.W., Engineering Drawing, McGraw-Hill
Norton, R.L., Design of Machinery – An introduction to the Synthesis and Analysis of Mechanisms and Machines, 5th
Ed., McGraw-Hill, 2012

Other resources
References for drawing and CAD

Digital editions of the Standards Australia Online are available to you for free via the UTS Library link:
1. AS 1100.101-1992 Technical Drawing. Part 101: General Principles, Standards Australia
2. AS 1100.201-1992 Technical Drawing. Part 201: Mechanical Engineering Drawing, Standards Australia
3. SAA HB47:1993 Dimensioning and tolerancing to AS1100.101-1992 and AS1100.201-1992, Standards Australia
4. SAA HB1:1994 Technical Drawing for Students, Standards Australia

General tutorials:

Lynda Online Video tutorials for both Solidworks and Arduino programming are available via the UTS Library.

SolidWorks and Arduino Youtube Channels

Graduate attribute development


For a full list of the faculty's graduate attributes and EA Stage 1 competencies, refer to the FEIT Graduate Attributes
webpage.

Assessment: faculty procedures and advice


Extensions

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When, due to extenuating circumstances, you are unable to submit or present an assessment task on time, please
contact your subject coordinator before the assessment task is due to discuss an extension. Extensions may be
granted up to a maximum of 5 days (120 hours). In all cases you should have extensions confirmed in writing.

Special consideration

If you believe your performance in an assessment item or exam has been adversely affected by circumstances
beyond your control, such as a serious illness, loss or bereavement, hardship, trauma, or exceptional employment
demands, you may be eligible to apply for Special Consideration.

Late penalty

Work submitted late without an approved extension is subject to a late penalty of 10 per cent of the total available
marks deducted per calendar day that the assessment is overdue (e.g. if an assignment is out of 40 marks, and is
submitted (up to) 24 hours after the deadline without an extension, the student will have four marks deducted from
their awarded mark). Work submitted after five calendar days is not accepted and a mark of zero is awarded.

For some assessment tasks a late penalty may not be appropriate – these are clearly indicated in the subject outline.
Such assessments receive a mark of zero if not completed by/on the specified date. Examples include:

weekly online tests or laboratory work worth a small proportion of the subject mark, or
online quizzes where answers are released to students on completion, or
professional assessment tasks, where the intention is to create an authentic assessment that has an absolute
submission date, or
take-home papers that are assessed during a defined time period, or
pass/fail assessment tasks.

Querying marks/grades and final results

If a student disagrees with a mark or a final result awarded by a marker:

where a student wishes to query a mark, the deadline for a query during teaching weeks is 10 working days from the
date of the return of the task to the student

where a student wishes to query a final examination result, the deadline is 10 working days from the official release of
the final subject result.

Further information can be found at Academic advice.

Academic liaison officer


Academic liaison officers (ALOs) are academic staff in each faculty who assist students experiencing difficulties in
their studies due to: disability and/or an ongoing health condition; carer responsibilities (e.g. being a primary carer for
small children or a family member with a disability); and pregnancy.

ALOs are responsible for approving adjustments to assessment arrangements for students in these categories.
Students who require adjustments due to disability and/or an ongoing health condition are requested to discuss their
situation with an accessibility consultant at the Accessibility Service before speaking to the relevant ALO.

The ALO for undergraduate students is:

Chris Wong
telephone +61 2 9514 4501

Statement about assessment procedures and advice


This subject outline must be read in conjunction with the policy and procedures for the assessment for coursework
subjects.

Statement on copyright
Teaching materials and resources provided to you at UTS are protected by copyright. You are not permitted to re-use
these for commercial purposes (including in kind benefit or gain) without permission of the copyright owner. Improper
or illegal use of teaching materials may lead to prosecution for copyright infringement.

Statement on plagiarism

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Plagiarism and academic integrity

At UTS, plagiarism is defined in Rule 16.2.1(4) as: 'taking and using someone else's ideas or manner of expressing
them and passing them off as ... [their] own by failing to give appropriate acknowledgement of the source to seek to
gain an advantage by unfair means'.

The definition infers that if a source is appropriately referenced, the student's work will meet the required academic
standard. Plagiarism is a literary or an intellectual theft and is unacceptable both academically and professionally. It
can take a number of forms including but not limited to:
copying any section of text, no matter how brief, from a book, journal, article or other written source without duly
acknowledging the source
copying any map, diagram, table or figure without duly acknowledging the source
paraphrasing or otherwise using the ideas of another author without duly acknowledging the source
re-using sections of verbatim text without using quote marks to indicate the text was copied from the source (even if
a reference is given).

Other breaches of academic integrity that constitute cheating include but are not limited to:
submitting work that is not a student's own, copying from another student, recycling another student's work,
recycling previously submitted work, and working with another student in the same cohort in a manner that exceeds
the boundaries of legitimate cooperation
purchasing an assignment from a website and submitting it as original work
requesting or paying someone else to write original work, such as an assignment, essay or computer program, and
submitting it as original work.

Students who condone plagiarism and other breaches of academic integrity by allowing their work to be copied are
also subject to student misconduct Rules.

Where proven, plagiarism and other breaches of misconduct are penalised in accordance with UTS Student Rules
Section 16 – Student misconduct and appeals.

Avoiding plagiarism is one of the main reasons why the Faculty of Engineering and IT is insistent on the thorough and
appropriate referencing of all written work. Students may seek assistance regarding appropriate referencing through
UTS: HELPS.

Work submitted electronically may be subject to similarity detection software. Student work must be submitted in a
format able to be assessed by the software (e.g. doc, pdf (text files), rtf, html).

Further information about avoiding plagiarism at UTS is available.

Retention of student work


The University reserves the right to retain the original or one copy of any work executed and/or submitted by a student
as part of the course including, but not limited to, drawings, models, designs, plans and specifications, essays,
programs, reports and theses, for any of the purposes designated in Student Rule 3.9.2. Such retention is not to affect
any copyright or other intellectual property right that may exist in the student's work. Copies of student work may be
retained for a period of up to five years for course accreditation purposes. Students are advised to contact their subject
coordinator if they do not consent to the University retaining a copy of their work.

Statement on UTS email account


Email from the University to a student will only be sent to the student's UTS email address. Email sent from a student
to the University must be sent from the student's UTS email address. University staff will not respond to email from
any other email accounts for currently enrolled students.

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