This module will develop the knowledge and skills required in problem solving for the oil and gas sector and assist you in making decisions.
You will develop knowledge of the tools and techniques used to identify and aid resolution of problems such as human, organisational and management system failures.
On completion of this module, you will be able to:
Human Factors
Tools and Techniques
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
At the end of this module you will have developed the skills required to undertake problem solving in a modern engineering environment. 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 mainly focused on human, organisational and management system failures.
Part 2 is coursework consisting of a written report on a case study in which problem solving techniques are applied including a written presentation of strategy for implementation of change.
