CEG8732 : Industry, Sustainable systems and professionalism (Inactive)
- Inactive for Year: 2025/26
- Module Leader(s): Dr Sadegh Nadimi
- Owning School: Engineering
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 20 |
| ECTS Credits: | 10.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Aims
This module aims to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to become responsible and effective engineers in a rapidly evolving world. Emphasising sustainable development, systems thinking, and professional practice, students will develop core competencies aligned with Chartered Professional standards, enabling them to address complex engineering challenges, communicate effectively, work collaboratively, and take informed, ethical action for a sustainable future.
Outline Of Syllabus
Students will be introduced to systems thinking and its application in engineering, exploring authentic case studies that demonstrate the effectiveness of this approach in infrastructure and technology projects. The course covers scenario planning and futures thinking to help anticipate and prepare for future global challenges, and evaluate the long-term consequences of engineering actions.
Ethics and responsible innovation are key themes, guiding students to consider the broader impacts of their work and the ethical application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) resources. The course also focuses on embedding sustainability values in technical work, utilising project lifecycle and planning tools such as Gantt charts and risk matrices, and mastering budgeting and resource management.
Effective communication is emphasised, including writing professional reports, data visualisation, and synthesising complex information for diverse audiences. Students will learn to critique technical work constructively and map their professional competencies.
Case studies on engineering responses to climate change, urbanisation, and digitalisation are included, along with risk assessment in complex projects. The course also addresses the role of policy, regulation, and society, principles of health and safety, and the importance of professional bodies. Equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) principles, managing conflict, and addressing unconscious bias are integral components of the curriculum.
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 10 | 2:00 | 20:00 | N/A |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 5:00 | 5:00 | Formative assessment - practice and outline of the group presentation content |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 4:00 | 4:00 | Reflective log |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 0:30 | 0:30 | Group presentation |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 30:30 | 30:30 | Report - Authentic case study (approx 2000 words) |
| Structured Guided Learning | Academic skills activities | 20 | 2:00 | 40:00 | N/A |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 10 | 2:00 | 20:00 | N/A |
| Guided Independent Study | Skills practice | 2 | 10:00 | 20:00 | N/A |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Workshops | 10 | 2:00 | 20:00 | N/A |
| Guided Independent Study | Reflective learning activity | 1 | 20:00 | 20:00 | N/A |
| Guided Independent Study | Student-led group activity | 1 | 20:00 | 20:00 | N/A |
| Total | 200:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
The teaching methods for this module have been carefully selected to foster active engagement, critical thinking, collaboration, and the development of professional competencies aligned with sustainable development and engineering practice. These methods include problem-based learning, group projects, case studies, reflective writing, presentations, and workshops. The diverse and integrated teaching methods used directly support the achievement of the listed learning outcomes by combining technical knowledge with ethical, sustainable, and professional practices in engineering.
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Report | 1 | M | 70 | Authentic case study (approximately 2000 words, excluding figures, tables and computational workings) |
| Oral Presentation | 1 | M | 30 | Group presentation (20 minutes) |
Zero Weighted Pass/Fail Assessments
| Description | When Set | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Reflective log | M | Minimum 6 entries |
Formative Assessments
Formative Assessment is an assessment which develops your skills in being assessed, allows for you to receive feedback, and prepares you for being assessed. However, it does not count to your final mark.
| Description | Semester | When Set | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oral Presentation | 1 | M | Outline of the group presentation content |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The formative reflective log encourages students to track their learning journey, critically assess their progress, and reflect on professional competencies. It supports outcomes related to values and principles of sustainable development, equality, inclusion, health and safety, and responsible action.
The summative group presentation develops communication and teamwork skills by requiring students to articulate technical and sustainability concepts to varied audiences.
The summative report provides a comprehensive demonstration of students’ ability to synthesise data, prepare technical reports, assess risks, and manage projects. It assesses their ability to plan and critique investigations, understand future impacts, and apply sustainable development principles in engineering practice.
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- CEG8732's Timetable