This module is suitable for engineers who are responsible for the effective management of the engineering assets of their organisations.
You will lean to identify, justify and apply the systems and techniques that are used to effectively maintain and monitor asset integrity and reliability.
On completion of this module, students you will be able to:
Data and Information Systems
Maintenance
Inspection and Monitoring
Maintenance and Inspection Performance Improvement
You will learn through a mix of online lectures, tutorials and self-guided study.
All modules are credit rated and can be worth 5, 10, 15 or 30 credit points. This equates to the number of study hours required within the module, for example 50 hours for 5 credit points, 300 hours for 30 credit points. The SCQF modules can range from level 7 (undergraduate) through to level 11 (Masters) on the Scottish Credit Qualification Framework (SCQF). You can undertake individual modules or build them up to gain an exit award.
Find out more on progression and the framework on the SCQF website.
This is an online distance learning course and we recommend you have a 2.2 UK honours degree in Engineering or a related discipline, and proficiency in English language for academic purposes (or IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent). Qualification through previous relevant industry experience may be considered.
You should note that modules taken through Professional Development@RGU are not eligible for Tier 4 sponsorship.
This module is approved as being an acceptable element of an individual Further Learning plan for Chartered Engineer registration in that it meets the requisite content, academic level and academic rigour expected of an approved Further Learning plan for Chartered Engineer registration.
For general enquiries please call 01224 262180 or email pdenquiry@rgu.ac.uk
To apply for the course, complete the Professional Development @RGU Application Form
On completion of this module you will be able to bring new knowledge and asset management practices to your workplace, developing processes and procedures which add real value to your organisation. You could progress to other modules within the IMECHE suite which would assist in gaining Chartered Engineer status.
This module is assessed in two parts. Part 1 is a forum discussion focused on Data and Information systems. Part 2 is a piece of coursework that consists of a case study for the development of best practice of equipment’s maintenance/ inspection strategy using practical application of Data and Information Systems.
