Introduction to Engineering & Technology

Engineering, Trades & Technology · Introductory · Self-paced

A survey of the major engineering disciplines — civil, mechanical, electrical, chemical and computer — and how engineers design and build.

What you'll learn

• Understand the scope and purpose of Engineering and Technology
• Recognise the main subfields and key concepts
• Engage with curated lectures, notes and videos
• Apply your learning through short assignments
• Be ready to study the field in greater depth

Course modules

• Module 1: Introduction to Engineering
• Module 2: Civil Engineering
• Module 3: Mechanical Engineering
• Module 4: Electrical Engineering
• Module 5: Chemical Engineering
• Module 6: Computer Engineering
• Module 7: Engineering Mathematics
• Module 8: Materials Science
• Module 9: Systems & Control
• Module 10: Project Management & Safety
• Module 11: Core Concepts in Depth
• Module 12: Common Mistakes & How to Avoid Them
• Module 13: Tools, Resources & Templates
• Module 14: Standards, Quality & Best Practice
• Module 15: Health, Safety & Ethics
• Module 16: Case Study: A South African Example
• Module 17: Communication & Working with Others
• Module 18: Staying Current & Continuing to Learn
• Module 19: Capstone Project
• Module 20: Review, Assessment & Next Steps

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