LEARNER GUIDE

Faculty ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY

INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING,
Department OPERATION MANAGEMENT,

Learner’s Guide
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
(IEMOME)
ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN
Course
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Module Title SOLID MECHANICS AND STRESS ANALYSIS

Module Code EMSMS4A

Compiled By VS Koza

Year 2022

NQF Level 5

Credits 15

CESM Category 081501

Assessment Continuous

Teaching and Learning

Module Type CORE

Moderated By:
Contents
1. WORD OF WELCOME ..................................................................................................... 1
2. PURPOSE STATEMENT OF THIS QUALIFICATION ................................................ 1
3. CONTACT PERSONS ...................................................................................................... 2
4. RATIONALE OF THIS MODULE ................................................................................... 2
5. PREREQUISITES.............................................................................................................. 3
6. LEARNING MATERIAL ................................................................................................... 3
7. HOW TO MASTER THIS SUBJECT ................................................................................. 4
8. PURPOSE STATEMENT OF THE PROGRAMME ......................................................... 4
9. PURPOSE THE MODULE’S CONTRIBUTION IN THE DIFFERENT KNOWLEDGE
AREAS .................................................................................................................................... 5
10. TEACHING, LEARNING AND ASSESSMENT STRATEGIES .................................. 6
11. GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES ............................................................................................... 7
12. ASSESSMENT................................................................................................................... 8
13. MODULE ACTIVITIES AND MODULE OUTCOMES .................................................. 9
Module Outcomes ............................................................................................................. 10
Learning outcome 1................................................................................................................ 10
Learning outcome 2................................................................................................................ 11
Learning outcome 3................................................................................................................ 11
Learning outcome 4................................................................................................................ 12
Learning outcome 5................................................................................................................ 13
Computer Modelling ......................................................................................................... 13
Learning outcome 6................................................................................................................ 13
Learning outcome 7................................................................................................................ 14
Learning outcome 8................................................................................................................ 15
14.GA Rubric ........................................................................................................................... 15
15. Code of conduct for Engineering students .............................................................. 18
1. WORD OF WELCOME

The Department of Mechanical Engineering welcomes at the Advised Diploma in

the Faculty of Engineering and Technology at the Vaal University of Technology.
The vision of the Department is to be a Leading Department in Mechanical
Engineering. Aligning with the vision, mission and values of the university we
shall uphold the following values:
• Integrity • High academic standards
• Honesty • Excellence
• Punctuality • Trust
• Professionalism • High quality

The department strives towards guiding students through the integration of

existing knowledge with new knowledge in order to foster their ability to:
• Develop critical, independent and logical thinking skills
• Extract the common thread between different subject matters presented
in mechanical and other fields of engineering as well as science and
technology in general,
• Gain the knowledge required to make use of the leverage of the
information and digital era and computational tools in order to derive
solutions to problems in the field of mechanical engineering as well as
other fields of engineering, and
• Become innovative and be of positive contribution to industry, the
economy and the broader society and the environment.

2. PURPOSE STATEMENT OF THIS QUALIFICATION

The intended purpose of this qualification is to give the successful learner a

professional, vocational and sound understanding of the general theoretical
principles and their applications in the field of Mechanical Engineering. The
qualification will be treated according to the policies and procedures of the Vaal
University of Technology regarding assessment, moderation (including external
moderation), monitoring of learner progress in the qualification, provision for
learner disputes regarding assessment results and Recognition of Prior Learning
(RPL).

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 The qualified learner will be able to register as a Professional Engineering
Technician with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA).
VUT graduates meet the needs of the surrounding environment – the Vaal
Triangle Region has many industries that employ graduates from VUT. The skills
offered by this qualification are sought after in related and relevant engineering
disciplines.
The normal duration of this programme is 3 years, including work-integrated
learning.

3. CONTACT PERSONS

Lecturer Office Telephone Email address

number number
Mr VS Khoza RE 213 016 950 7769 vusumuzik@vut.ac.za
Department Office Telephone Email address
administrator number number
Lieketseng Nakedi RE-206 016 950 9287 lieketsengn@vut.ac.za

4. RATIONALE OF THIS MODULE

The finite element method is a numerical method for solving problems of

engineering and mathematical physics. Typical problem areas of interest in
engineering and mathematical physics that are solvable by use of the finite
element method include structural analysis, heat transfer, fluid flow, mass
transport, and electromagnetic potential. For the purpose of this course the area
interest is structural analysis.
For physical systems involving complicated geometries, loadings, and material
properties, it is generally not possible to obtain analytical mathematical solutions
to simulate the response of the physical system. These analytical solutions
generally require the solution of ordinary or partial differential equations, typically
created by engineers, physicists, and mathematicians to eliminate the need for
the creation and testing of numerous prototype designs, which may be quite
costly.
Because of the complicated geometries, loadings, and material properties, the
solution to these differential equations is usually not obtainable. Hence we need

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to rely on numerical methods such as finite element method, that can approximate
the solution to these equations.
The module appeals to the understanding of the physical world, described in
mathematical expressions in order to provide solution to real problems. Always
remember,” Formulas sometimes hamper the understanding” 1

5. PREREQUISITES

Applied Engineering mathematics - NQF Level 4

Applied Strength of materials III - NQF level 6

6. LEARNING MATERIAL

1. Prescribed textbooks

DARYL L LOGAN, 2016, A First Course in the Finite Element

Method, sixth edition.

JG Drotsky, 2016, Strength of Materials for Technicians, Sixth

Edition

2. Recommended Book: FAGAN MJ, 1992, Finite Element Analysis-Theory

and Practice
3. VUT Goldfield Library
Students are also encouraged to make use of relevant book available in the
VUT Goldfield library

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7. HOW TO MASTER THIS SUBJECT
The learning that takes place in every Learning Unit (LU) forms the basis for more
advanced practical applications in higher-level modules. When studying this
course, you should:

➢ Read, interrogate and identify the purpose of the outcomes expected

in each LU for your chosen career and in practical life,
➢ Understand the outcome for each LU.
➢ Ensure that you attain the outcome for each unit since you
must be declared competent in each and every unit in the
module in order to receive credit for a module.
➢ Do all learning activities (exercises) in every learning section (or
learning part) of the learning guide;
➢ Browse online resources and make the library your best “friend”
➢ Be well prepared for all laboratory work and report to the laboratory
on time. Each laboratory assignment will be assessed separately.
Successful completion of each of the laboratory assignments is
compulsory.
➢ Submit fully completed assignments according to the time schedule.

You are also encouraged to create discussion groups and bring questions and
concerns to the attention of tutors and lecturer early enough to be assisted as the
content is being discussed. The date and time of assessment of each unit will be
given in advance. Ensure that you prepare properly and be on time.

8. PURPOSE STATEMENT OF THE PROGRAMME

The purpose of this module is to equip the students with the fundamental
principles of determining Stress and strain in a Mechanical system and apply
Finite Element Method for numerical representation and analysis of Stress
distributions in a loaded Mechanical system.
This qualification is primarily industry oriented. The knowledge emphasises
general principles and application or technology transfer which is aligned with
VUT’s mission and vision. The qualification provides students with a sound
knowledge base in Mechanical Engineering and the ability to apply their
knowledge and skills in the area of Mechanical Engineering, while equipping

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them with the ability to undertake further studies in more specialised and
intensive learning. This programme leads to a qualification that has a strong
professional and career focus and holders of this qualification are prepared to
enter the Mechanical industry.
The main purpose of this educational programme design is to build the
necessary knowledge, understanding, abilities and skills required for further
learning towards becoming a competent practicing engineering technologist.
This qualification provides:
1. Preparation for careers in Mechanical Engineering at NQF level 7 and further
(Technologist status), for achieving technical proficiency and to make a
contribution to the economy and national development;
2. The educational base required for registration as a Professional Engineering
Technologist with ECSA.

9. PURPOSE THE MODULE’S CONTRIBUTION IN THE

DIFFERENT KNOWLEDGE AREAS
KNOWLEDGE AREA CREDITS

Mathematical Sciences 2.5

Natural Sciences
Engineering Sciences 4.8
Design and Synthesis 3.7

Computing and Information Technology 0.7

Complementary Studies 0.7

Work-integrated Learning
TOTAL CREDITS FOR SUBJECT 15

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10. TEACHING, LEARNING AND ASSESSMENT STRATEGIES

Learning Activities

The subject contributes 20 credits to the qualification, which is 150 notional hours.

Component Hours %

Lectures 42 28%

Tutorials 11 9%

Consultation 4 3%

Test/Project 27 18%

Classroom discussion 6 4%

Other self-learning activities 60 42%

Total Hours 150 100%

Lecturing

The lecture is a creative process in which both a lecturer and a learner take part.
The primary aim of the lecture is to help learners to comprehend the dominant
notions of the subject taught, which implies the creative and active perception of
the material. Also, attention should be paid to basic concepts, definitions,
designations, assumptions. A critical analysis of main issues, facts and ideas are
necessary. The lecture should provide for scientific and logically consistent
cognition of basic concepts without going into unnecessary details. Therefore, it
should be complete. Moreover, facts, examples, schemes, drafts, experiments,
and other visual aids should help explain the idea conveyed by the lecture.

Independent Work

The material studied at the lecture makes for the formation of a whole system of
knowledge through students’ independent work. The students should get
interested in books and other information sources and be stimulated to study
independently, which is the basis for independent thinking, analysing and
conclusion-making.

Course paper/project

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Working on a course paper/project is a creative process. The projecting process
comprises both theory and practice. During the period of training a student makes
course projects by applying data; the projects are, in fact, the first results of their
independent work though they are performed under the teacher’s supervision.

11. GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES

Graduate Attributes are explicit, succinct statements of the qualities, skills and
understandings that learners should develop during their time with the institution.
These attributes include and go beyond the disciplinary expertise or technical
knowledge that has traditionally formed the core of most university courses.

Graduate Attributes defined below are stated generically and will be assessed in
the Industrial engineering discipline contexts. The Department of Industrial
Engineering and Operations Management shall in its quality assurance process
demonstrate that an effective integrated assessment strategy is used. Identified
components of assessment must address the summative assessment of graduate
attributes. Evidence should be derived from significant work or multiple instances
of limited scale work.

Below is a short summary of the 10 Graduate Attributes that will be developed and
assessed in different subjects during your studies for this qualification.

GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE LEARNING OUTCOME

GA1 Problem-solving Apply operations management principles to

diagnose and solve broadly-defined problems
systematically.
GA2 Application of Apply knowledge of mathematics and natural
Operations science to applied operations management
Management procedures, processes, systems and methodologies
knowledge to solve broadly-defined problems.
GA3 Design Perform procedural design of components, systems,
works, products or processes to meet requirements,
normally within applicable standards, codes of
practice and legislation.
GA4 Investigations, Conduct investigations of well-defined problems
experiments and data through locating and searching relevant codes and
analysis catalogues, conducting standard tests, experiments
and measurements.

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 GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE LEARNING OUTCOME

GA5 Operations Use appropriate techniques, resources, and modern

Management engineering tools including information technology
methods, skills, and for the solution of broadly-defined problems, with an
tools, including awareness of the limitations, restrictions, premises,
information assumptions and constraints.
technology
GA6 Professional and Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
technical within an operations management context.
communication
GA7 Sustainability and Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the
Impact of operations impact of operations management activity on the
management activity society, economy, industrial and physical
environment, and address issues by defined
procedures.
GA8 Individual, team and Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of
multidisciplinary operations management principles and apply these
working to one’s work, as a member and leader in a technical
team and to manage projects.
GA9 Independent learning Engage in independent and life-long learning
ability through well-developed learning skills.
GA10 Professionalism Understand and commit to professional ethics,
responsibilities and norms of operations
management practice.

12. ASSESSMENT
The assessment of the achievement of the intended learning outcomes will take
place on a continuous basis by means of a variety of methods and may include
the following:
• Active participation in class discussions
• Tutorials
• Assignments
• Three (3) semester tests
• Project
The above mentioned will determine the final mark as follows;
METHOD ASSESSMENT WEIGHT
Tests 3 semester tests 70%
Project Computer simulated project 30%

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package

YM = 0.25(Ass1) + 0.25(Ass2) +0.2(Ass3) + 0.50(Project) = 100

13. MODULE ACTIVITIES AND MODULE OUTCOMES

DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

SCHEME OF WORK: Semester 2, 2021

SUBJECT: SOLID MECHANICS & STRESS ANALYSIS
LECTURER: VS Koza

WEEK TOPIC COMMENTS

Fundamental Principles of Stress Distribution
1-2 Learning Unit 1
Transformation of Stress
Proposed Test 1
Learning Unit 2
(25%)
Theories of Failure
Finite Element Analysis Theory
3 Learning Unit 3
Introduction to Finite Element Method (FEA)
Related assignment 1 (CHAPTER 1)
Proposed Test 2
(25%)
3-4 Learning Unit 4
Introduction to the stiffness (Displacement) Method (CHAPTER 2)
Learning Unit 5
Development of truss equations (one dimensional problems)
Related assignment 2 (CHAPTER 3)
5-7 Learning Unit 5 continuation
Development of truss equations (two dimensional problems)
(CHAPTER 3)

Learning Unit 6 Proposed Test 3

(20%)
Development of beam equations
Related assignment 3 (CHAPTER 4)

Finite Element Analysis Practice

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 8 Learning Unit 7
Introduction to modelling procedures and results
Proposed
processing using a three dimensional commercially
Project
available finite element program
(30%)
Related assignment 4 (CHAPTER 7)

9 -11 Learning Unit 8

Modelling procedures and practice of;
Two Dimensional (2-D) beams
Three Dimensional (3-D) beams
Two Dimensional (2-D) Trusses
Related assignment 5

12 -13 Learning Unit 9

Modelling procedures and practice of pressure vessels
Thin Cylinders
Thick cylinders
Related assignment 5

Manual Modelling
Module Outcomes

Learning Unit 1
Learning outcome 1

Fundamental Principles of Stress Distribution

You should spend approximately 3-4 hours on this learning unit / outcome.

After completion of this learning unit outcome you should be able to:
• Determine from first principles and/or with aid of formulae the direct and shear stresses at
any point and on any given plane in a material in a plane stress condition
• Determine from first principles and /or with aid of formulae the orientation and magnitude of
the principal stresses and maximum shear stress at any point in a material in a plane stress
condition
• Derive and determine the factor of safety of a component, manufactured from a ductile
material using the maximum shear stress and von Mises theories

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 Chapter 16 and 19:
JG Drotsky, 2016, Strength of Materials for Technicians, Sixth Edition

Do related problems

Learning Unit 2
Learning outcome 2

Introduction to Finite Element Method (FEA)

You should spend approximately 3-4 hours on this learning unit / outcome.

After completion of this learning unit / outcome you should be able to:
• Understand the finite element method and its brief history.
• Describe the role of the computer in the development of the finite element
• List the general steps used in the finite element method
• Illustrate the various types of elements used in the finite element method
• Show typical applications of the finite element method
• Summarize some of the advantages of the finite element method

Chapter 1: Paragraphs 1.1 – 1.7

Do problems in Paragraphs 1.1 – 13

Learning Unit 3
Learning outcome 3

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Introduction to the stiffness (Displacement) Method

You should spend approximately 10 hours on this learning unit / outcome.

After completion of this learning unit / outcome you should be able to:
• Define and derive the stiffness matrix for a spring element
• Demonstrate how to assemble stiffness matrices into a global stiffness matrix
• Describe and apply the different kinds of boundary conditions relevant for spring assemblages

• Chapter 2: Paragraphs 2.1 – 2.5

Do problems in Paragraphs 2.1 – 18

Learning Unit 4
Learning outcome 4

Development of truss equations.

You should spend approximately 10 hours on this learning unit / outcome.

After completion of this learning unit / outcome you should be

able to:
• Derive the stiffness matrix for bar element
• Solve a bar assemblage by the direct stiffness method
• Understand the guide lines for selecting displacement functions
• Compute stress for a bar in the plane
• Describe the concept of transformation of vectors in two different coordinate systems in the
plane

Chapter 3: Paragraphs 3.1 – 3.6

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 Chapter 3: Do problems in Paragraphs: 3.1 – 3.35

Learning Unit 5
Learning outcome 5

Development of beam equations.

You should spend approximately 20 hours on this learning unit / outcome.

After completion of this learning unit / outcome you should be able to:
• Review basic concept of beam bending
• Derive stiffness matrix for a beam element
• Demonstrate beam analysis using the direct stiffness method
• Illustrate the effects of shear deformation in shorter beams

Chapter 4: Paragraphs 4.1 – 4.3

Chapter 4: Do problems in Paragraphs: 4.5 – 4.13 & 4.37 – 4.38

Computer Modelling

Learning Unit 6
Learning outcome 6

Introduction to modelling procedures and results processing using a three

dimensional commercially available finite element program.

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 You should spend approximately 5 hours on this learning unit / outcome.

After completion of this learning unit / outcome you should be able to:
• Understand the concepts that should be considered when modelling for a solution by the finite
element method, such as:
➢ aspect ratio
➢ symmetry
➢ natural subdivisions
➢ sizing of elements

• Chapter 7: Paragraphs 7.1 – 7.6

• Chapter 10: Do problems 7.4 & 7.13

• Also do the problems that are on the hand out

Learning Unit 7
Learning outcome 7

Modelling procedures and practice of;

Two Dimensional (2-D) beams
Three Dimensional (3-D) beams
Two Dimensional (2-D) Trusses

You should spend approximately 10 hours on this learning unit / outcome.

After completion of this learning unit / outcome you should be able to:
• Understand the concept of three-dimensional stress and strain analysis
• Develop the tetrahedral solid stiffness matrix
• Develop Beam and Truss element

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 • Chapter 11: Paragraphs 11.1 – 7.3

• Do the problems that are on the hand out

Learning Unit 8
Learning outcome 8

Modelling procedures and practice of pressure vessels:

Thin Cylinders
Thick cylinders

You should spend approximately 8 hours on this learning unit / outcome.

After completion of this learning unit / outcome you should be able to:
• Illustrate the practical applications of axisymmetric elements
• To model the pressure vessel

• Chapter 9.3: Paragraphs 11.1 – 7.3

• Do the problems that are on the hand out

14.GA Rubric
Subject name: Solid Mechanics & Stress Analysis
Subject code: EMSMS4A

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 Graduates attribute 3: Design
GA rubric Max Student Mod
score score erato
r
score
Reasons GA Indicators Level 4 Level 3 Level 2 Level 1
Strong Competent Developing Needs work
100-75% (74-50)% (49-25)% (25-0)%
Understanding the
Design Design
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Process:
Process Ability to explain the Demonstrates an
design ability to Demonstrates
process including the understand and some ability to Demonstrates
importance Demonstrates a explain a design minimal or no
of needs, comprehensive process. understand and ability
specifications, ability to explain a design to understand
concept understand and process. and explain a
generation, selection explain a design
and design process. process.
evaluation.
Background Collects sufficient Collects some Minimal or no 4
Collection of Collects sufficient relevant relevant ability to
Background relevant background background collect
Information: background information from information from relevant
information from appropriate appropriate background
Ability to gather information.
background appropriate
sources. sources.
information sources, and is
(existing able
knowledge, to identify
research, and/or pertinant/critical
indications of the information.
problem).

Procedure Minimal or no 4
Selects/develops Selects/develops ability to
Selects/develops an a methodology
Procedure: an optimal select/develop
Ability to select OR appropriate or theoretical a methodology
methodology or methodology or framework that is or
ability to develop a theoretical
methodology or theoretical somewhat Theoretical
framework.
theoretical framework. appropriate. framework.
framework to
investigate a
problem.
Results Organizes Minimal or no 9
Organizing evidence in a
Evidence: ability to
Deformatio way organize
Ability to organize Organizes that is somewhat
evidence with Organizes evidence.
evidence effective in
n perception, evidence to
to demonstrate demonstrating
demonstrating demonstrate
patterns, patterns,
And patterns, and patterns,
and highlight differences,
highlighting differences
Stresses differences and/or
differences and/or similarities
and/or similarities. similarities
and/or similarities important to the
investigation. that are
integral to the
applicable to the
investigation. investigation.

Conclusion Minimal or no 4
ability to
States logical organize
Conclusions and conclusions and States evidence..
Recommendations: States logical
conclusions and makes conclusions and
Ability to state appropriate makes
makes insightful
conclusions and recommendations. recommendation
recommendations,
make s that may or
and identifies
recommendations may not be
those that are
as a result of the relevant to the
investigation. pertinent/critical. investigation.

Total

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 Graduates attribute 4: Investigations, experiments and data analysis
GA rubric Max Studen Modera
scor t score to r
e score
Reasons GA Indicators Level 4 Level 3 Level 2 Level 1
Strong Competent Developing Needs work
100-75% (74-50)% (49-25)% (25-0)%
Problem Identifying Problems Identifies relevant Identifies relevant Minimal or no
for Investigation: problems/issues/topi problems/issues/topi ability to
cs with minimal or no cs with identify
Statement Ability to identify Some ability to
orientation, and is minimal orientation, identify problems/issue
problems/issues/topi able to select those that require s/topi cs that
cs for investigation. problems/issues/topi
that are investigation. may or may not
pertinant/critical for cs that may or require
investigation. may not investigation.
require
investigation.

Background Collection of Collects sufficient Minimal or no

relevant background Collects sufficient ability to collect
Background information from relevant
relevant
Information: Ability appropriate sources, background
background Collects some
to gather and is able to information from relevant background information.
background identify appropriate information from
information pertinant/critical sources. appropriate sources.
(existing knowledge, information.
research, and/or
indications of the
problem).

Procedure Procedure: Selects/develops an Selects/develops

optimal methodology a methodology or
Ability to select OR or theoretical theoretical
framework. Selects/develops an framework that is Minimal or no
ability to develop a ability to
appropriate somewhat
methodology or methodology or appropriate. select/develop a
theoretical methodology or
theoretical framework Theoretical
framework. framework.
to investigate a
problem.

Results Organizing Organizes evidence

Evidence: Ability
in a way that is
to organize Minimal or no
Deformation evidence to Organizes
somewhat ability to
demonstrate evidence with organize
And patterns, and effective in evidence.
highlight perception,
Organizes evidence demonstrating
Stresses differences and/or demonstrating
similarities. to patterns,
patterns, and demonstrate
differences,
highlighting patterns,
differences and/or
differences and/or
similarities similarities
and/or
important to
similarities the that are applicable
investigation.
integral to the to the
investigation. investigation.

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Conclusion States logical Minimal or no
ability to
conclusions and organize
makes insightful States States evidence..

recommendations, logical conclusions and

and identifies conclusions and makes
Conclusions and
Recommendations: those that makes appropriate recommendations
Ability to state recommendations.
are that may or may
conclusions and make
recommendations pertinent/critical. not be relevant
as a result of the to the
investigation. investigation.

Total

15. Code of conduct for Engineering students

You should read, understand and sign that you will adhere to following
expectations while being a student studying RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND
PROJECT FOR INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERS and that you will continue to adhere
to them when you graduate from the institution.
The wording of this Code of conduct is borrowed from Board Notice 41 of 2017
of the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA)’s Code of Conduct for
Registered Persons .

1. Objectives

The objectives are to train you as a learner so that when you graduate, you
should in the execution of you engineering work :-
1. Apply their knowledge and skills in the interest of the public and the
environment (this will be guided by knowledge gain from research design
and methodology geared at not causing damage to public and
environment)
2. Execute their work with integrity and in accordance with generally
accepted norms of professional conduct
3. Respect the interest of the public and honour the standing of the
profession (guided by citations, acknowledgement, references and
bibliography)
4. Strive to improv their professional skills and those the subordinates ( to be
guided by literature search and survey)
5. Encourage excellence within the engineering profession, and (to be
acquired by skills of identification of unique problem and effort undertaken
to address it)
6. Do not prejudice public health and safety

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2. Definition
“Engineering Work” means the process of applying engineering and scientific
principles, concepts, contextual and engineering knowledge to the research,
planning, design, implementation and management of work in both the natural
and built environment

3. Rules of Conduct: Ethics

3.1. Competency
Graduates
3.1.1. Must discharge their duties to the employers, clients, associates
and the public with due care, skill and diligence (this is achieved
through the skills of developing the systematic nature of the methods,
concept map and procedure)
3.1.2. May only undertake work which their education, training and
experience have rendered them competent to perform (and is within
the category of their registration) (as demonstrated by ability to apply
IEOM techniques, concepts and principles: method section/chapter)
3.1.3. Must, when carrying out work, adhere to norms of the profession
(Must collect data as agreed or accepted under method section i.e.
collected data must arise from method)

3.2. Integrity
Graduates
3.2.1. Must discharge their duties to the employers, clients, associates
and public with integrity, fidelity and honesty (as demonstrated by
acknowledge of other researchers’ works through citations, general
acknowledgement i.e. citation and acknowledgement section)
3.2.2. Must not undertake work under conditions or terms that would
compromise their ability to carry out their responsibilities in
accordance with the norms of the profession (do not attempt to
employ methodology and procedures that you do not have prior
knowledge)
3.2.3. Must not engage in act of dishonesty, corruption or bribery (as
demonstrated by plagiarism test reports)
3.2.4. Must disclose to the employers and clients, or perspective
employers or clients, in writing (declaration section of the report and
any disclosures whether work is funded by agency, company or is a
contract for which royalty or other benefit accrues or may accrue)
3.2.4.1. Any interest, whether financial or otherwise, which they may
have in any business undertaking or with any person, and which
is related to the work for which they maybe or have been
employed

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 3.2.4.2. Particulars of any royalty or other benefit which accrues or
may accrue to them as a result of the work performed for the
client or employer concerned; and
3.2.4.3. (The status of their professional indemnity insurance cover,
upon request)
3.2.5. May not, either directly or indirectly, receive any gratuity,
commission or other financial benefit for the articles or process used
in, or for the purpose of, the work for which they are employed,
unless such gratuity, commission or other financial benefits has been
disclosed in writing to the employer or client concerned
3.2.6. Must avoid situations that give rise to a conflict of interest or the
potential for such conflict of interest
3.2.7. May not misrepresent, or knowingly permit misrepresentation of
their own or any other person’s academic or professional
qualifications or competency, nor exaggerate their degree of
responsibility for any work (must declare current qualification, declare
qualification aiming for, and may not misrepresent facts in citations)
3.2.8. Must give engineering decisions, recommendations or opinions
that are honest, objective and based on facts (conclusion,
recommendations and directions for future or further studies must
reflect the study undertaken)
3.2.9. May neither personally nor through any other person, improperly
seek to obtain work, or by way of commission or otherwise, make or
offer to make payment to a perspective client for obtaining such work
3.2.10. Must ensure that any work approved or certified by them,
has been reviewed or inspected to the extent necessary to confirm
the correctness of the approval or certification
3.2.11. May not, unless required by law or the rules, divulge any
information of a confidential nature which they obtained in the
exercise of their duties (get consent before divulging confidential
information and data and if, necessary seek advice on protective
measures such as counselling or how to code information)
3.2.12. Must notify council on becoming insolvent where such
insolvency is caused by his or her negligence or incompetence in
performing engineering work
3.2.13. Must, without delay, notify council if they become subject to
one of the following
3.2.14. Removal from an office of trust on account of improper
conduct
3.2.15. Being convicted of an offence or sentenced to imprisonment without
an option of a fine, or, in the case of fraud, to a fine or imprisonment
or both

3.3. Public interest

Graduates

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 3.3.1. Must at all times have due regard for and give priority to health,
safety and the interest of the public (as demonstrated by design and
methodology section or chapter should not be harmful to health,
safety and interest of public)
3.3.2. Must when providing professional advice to a client or employer,
and such advice is not accepted, inform such client or employer of
any consequences which may be detrimental to the health, safety or
interests of the public and the same time inform the council of their
action (conduct during consultation, implementing comments and
suggestion, efforts employed to justify learner’s view)
3.4. Environment
Graduates must at all times -
3.4.1. Have due regards for, and in their work avoid or minimise, adverse
impact on the environment, and (Design and Methodology section or
chapter)
3.4.2. Strive to ensure that in meeting present development needs, the
ability to future generations to meet their needs is not compromised
(method takes care of the current and future needs through searching
for alternatives solutions that may lead to optimality: identification of
unique problem and analysis of results)

3.5. Dignity of the Profession

Graduates
3.5.1. May not review the work carried out for a particular client by
another graduate, except

3.6. Administrative
Graduates
3.6.1. May not without satisfactory reasons destroy or dispose of, or
knowingly allow any other person to destroy or dispose of, any
information within a period of 10 years after completion of work
concerned
3.6.2. May not place contracts or orders, or be the medium of payments,
on their employer’s or client’s behalf without the written authority of
the employers or clients

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