information on the courses to be offered in april 2013

INFORMATION ON THE COURSES TO BE OFFERED IN

APRIL 2013

SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

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SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

COMPUTING

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY WITH INTERNET

APPLICATIONS

COMP S801 Object Oriented Programming and Internet Application Development

(10 credits; 2 semesters)

Course Coordinator: Dr. Raymond So (Email: [email protected])

The course aims to provide students with programming knowledge for the development of internet based and browser

based software applications. It covers the following topics.

Application development in Java.

The conduits in internet software: networking.

The back-end in internet software: databases.

Interactive web technologies.

XML and the semantic web

AJAX and web services

There are four tutor-marked assignments (TMAs) throughout the course. Tutors will grade and comment extensively on

the TMAs.

Tutors are expected to conduct 10 tutorials with his or her group of students. The tutorials will be held on Saturday

afternoon or Sunday. Surgeries will occur on about one evening every two to three weeks, and the duties will be shared

among tutors. Tutors are also expected to allocate six hours per week to answer questions through email, online

discussion forums, and telephone. The frequency of questions usually increases one or two weeks before the cut-off

date of each TMA.

Applicants are expected to have a Master degree (or higher) in Computer Science or a related discipline, preferably

with tertiary teaching experience and industrial experience in the relevant areas.

UNDERGRADUATE COURSES

COMP S201 Computing Fundamentals with Java (10 credits; 2 semesters)

Course Coordinator: Dr Kelvin Lee (Tel: 2768 6815)

This is a middle level course which introduces the basic elements of computer science with emphasis on object-oriented

programming in Java.

The aims of the course are

Provide students with a sound foundation in software development and deployment models.

Provide students with a sound foundation in Object Oriented Programming.

Enable students to analyse problems and produce software designs to handle these problems using object

oriented programming methodology.

Develop students’ knowledge and understanding of the fundamental concepts in developing Java programs.

The content include

Computer Concepts and Skills

Problem Solving through Objects

Java Programming

Classes and Objects

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Control Structures

Arrays

Advanced Control Structures

More on Classes

Basic Input/Output

Graphical User Interface

Data Structures

A total of four tutor-marked assignments (TMAs) are given throughout the course. Tutors will be required to mark and

comment extensively on TMAs. Each tutor is expected to conduct about ten tutorials for his/her group as well as some

surgery sessions for answering questions from students. It is a requirement that tutors are available to attend these

tutorials on either Saturday afternoon or Sunday. In addition, they need to allocate a number of hours a week to give

advice and help to their own group of students on the problems about the course which are raised by email or phone-in

queries. Usually the number of queries and questions are expected to increase as the cut-off dates of TMAs approach.

It is expected that a tutor can have access to an x86 computer with MS Windows and Word. If you need to use the dial-

up access to the Internet provided by OUHK, a modem is also needed. Answering questions from students through

other electronic means such as discussion group are also required.

Applicants must possess an honours degree in Computer Science or a related discipline, or have passed Part I and Part

II examinations of the British Computer Society or equivalent. Programming experience in an object-oriented language,

preferably Java, is required. Teaching experience will be an advantage, but it is not a requirement.

MATHEMATICAL STUDIES AND STATISTICS

MATH S122 A Foundation in Applied Mathematics (10 credits; 2 semesters)

Course Coordinator: Dr Douglas Ng (Tel: 2768 6880; Email: [email protected])

MATH S122 forms half of the foundation series in mathematics for the School of Science and Technology and is

expected to attract students interested in mathematics and applied science.

This course is composed of a preparatory package and thirteen study units. The preparatory package is designed to

prepare students to the skills required for distance learning and the course; Unit 1 reviews relations and functions and

then introduces parametric equations and polar coordinates; Unit 2 discusses systems of equations and their solutions;

Unit 3 considers matrices and matrix equations for linear systems; Unit 4 presents the cycle of mathematical modelling;

Units 5 to 10 investigate differentiation, integration and their applications; Unit 11 introduces vectors and their

operations; Unit 12 focuses on applications of calculus and analytic geometry in describing position and motion; and

Unit 13 provides an introduction to statistics. Most units will include work with the algebraic software Scientific

Notebook.

There are five tutor-marked assignments, 5 computer-marked assignments and a final examination for MATH S122.

Each tutor is expected to meet with his/her group in a series of tutorials held every 2-3 weeks throughout the course.

Tutorials are held in weekday evenings or during weekends. The tutor is required to prepare work for students to use at

the tutorials, and provide consultation on phone and the Internet.

Tutors must possess an honours degree in Mathematics or a related discipline. Experience on algebraic software and the

Internet is required. Teaching experience is highly desirable although it is not a requirement.

MATH S215 Linear Algebra (5 credits; 1 semester) Course Coordinator: Dr Douglas Ng (Tel: 2768 6880; Email: [email protected])

The course is derived from part of the M203, a middle level pure mathematics course from British Open University. It

is a compulsory course for both BSc/BSc(Hons) in Mathematical Studies, and BSc/BSc(Hons) in Statistics and

Decision Science. It aims to provide students with basic knowledge on Linear Algebra. It is also recommended for

students who wish to consolidate their mathematical and algebraic techniques in order to enhance quantitative skills for

further studies.

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The course is made up of 7 study units: 5 units cover the Linear Algebra and the remaining 2 units deal with the real

numbers analysis and convergence of the sequence. The course covers the following topics:

Vectors and Conics – coordinate geometry: points, planes and lines, vectors, dot product, conic sections

System of Linear Equations and Matrices – simultaneous linear equations, row-reduction, matrix algebra,

matrix inverses, determinants Vector Spaces – linear combinations and spanning sets, bases and dimension, subspaces, orthogonal bases Linear Transformations – matrices of linear transformations, composition and invertibility, image and kernel Eigenvectors – eigenvalues and eigenvectors, diagonalising matrices, symmetric matrices, conics and

quadrics Numbers – real numbers, inequalities, proving inequalities, least upper bounds Sequences – null sequences, convergent sequences, divergent sequences, monotone convergence theorem

Students have been advised to complete both foundation mathematics courses MATH S121 and MATH S122 before

they enrol on MATH S215. They should be independent learners on studying course units. Tutors are expected to

provide support to these adult learners in building up relevant mathematical concepts through tutorials, assignments,

telephone contact and communications through the Internet.

The course contains 2 tutor-marked assignments, which will require about one hour to mark on average. Tutors are

given a marking scheme on each assignment and they are expected to teach through assignment marking. About six 2-hour tutorials and 3 surgeries are held during weekends throughout the course. The tutor is required to

prepare notes for students to use in the tutorials and to own a computer at home. In addition, tutors are required to

allocate a minimum 8 hours per week for student contact through telephone, web learning environment or email. The

frequency of questions usually increases one or two weeks before the cut-off date of each TMA.

MATH S215 is an Online Learning Environment (OLE) course. Tutors must be able to communicate and to support

students’ learning through the OLE. Details about the OLE components can be found from

http://www.ouhk.edu.hk/ole.html.

Tutors for this course must have a higher degree in mathematics (or equivalent) with a substantial component in Pure

Mathematics. Teaching experience at 'A' level or above in Pure Mathematics is a distinct advantage.

MATH S221 Mathematical Methods (10 credits; 2 semesters)

Course Coordinator: Dr Anita S. M. Wong (Tel: 2768 6810; email: [email protected])

This is a second-level mathematics course featuring on the core of the applied mathematical methods and techniques

which are appropriately used for different courses in mathematics, statistics, engineering science and technology

programmes.

This course teaches the commonly used mathematical methods that are required in most science and engineering

disciplines, but also covers many examples involving skills in the application of mathematical techniques. It contains

material that will find of great use, not only in the higher level of technical courses, but also in the profession after

graduation. Part of the course units introduces the basic skill to work with the computer algebra software that can be

used to solve a wide variety of mathematical problems.

This course includes 14 units, starting with revision of calculus, then going on to first-order and second-order

differential equations; vector algebra; matrices and determinants; Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors; system of differential

equations. There are several units on mathematical methods for three-dimensional problems which include partial

differential equations; vector calculus and multiple integrals. There are also units devoted to the Fourier series; Laplace

transforms and numerical methods for differential equations. Most of the numerical mathematics such as on differential

equations, linear algebraic equations and eigenvalues, has practical computing activities associated with it. These

activities will be carried out using computer algebraic software - MathCad. The course software will be delivered on

CD-ROMS. No programming skills are required.

Students taking MATH S221 have been advised to complete one of the mathematics foundation courses: MATH S111,

MATH S112, MATH S121 or MATH S122 or have gained relevant mathematics knowledge from their previous study.

They should be reasonable competent in studying as independent learners.

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There are 4 tutor-marked assignments spread throughout the course.

Each tutor is expected to meet with his/her group in 10 2-hour regular tutorials during weekends throughout the course.

The tutor is required to prepare notes for students to use in the tutorials and to own a computer at home. Some regular

surgeries will be held on weekday nights with tutors attending on a rota basis. In addition, tutors are required to allocate

a minimum 8 hours per week for student contact through telephone, web learning environment or email.




For this course tutors should have an honours degree in mathematics, applied mathematics, engineering or equivalent.

It is required that the tutor has practical experience in using mathematical or algebraic software (MathCad). Teaching

experience would clearly be an advantage, although it is not a requirement.

MATH S249 Practical Modern Statistics (10 credits; 2 semesters)

Course Coordinator: Dr. Carlin Chu (Tel: 2768 6876; Email: [email protected])

The course is intended to provide an introduction to four major topics of modern applied statistics: medical statistics,

time series, multivariate analysis, and Bayesian statistics. The main emphasis is on the practice of statistics, although

the underlying principles are included. Use of the computer is an essential component – the course includes SPSS,

LearnBayes and WinBUGS software, which students will use them to analyze data and develop the understanding of

statistics. Four computer books give detailed guidance for all the computer activities. MATH S249 is one of the

compulsory middle level courses for BSc and BSc(Hons) in Statistics and Decision Science.

The topics covered are:

Medical Statistics

Cohort, studies and case-control studies

Bias, confounding and causation

Randomized controlled trials and Medical literature

Time Series

Decomposition models

Exponential smoothing

Holt-Winters forecasting

Autocorrelation, prediction intervals and model checking

ARIMA and Autoregressive models

Multivariate Analysis

Describing and displaying multivariate data

Principal Component Analysis

Discrimination

Bayesian Statistics

Bayes’ theorem

Exploring prior to posterior analyses for a proportion

Conjugate analyses

Bayesian inference via simulation

Markov chain Monte Carlo

Students have been advised to complete one of the middle level statistics courses MATH S245/MATH S246 /MATH

S248/MATH S280/MATH S242 before they enrol on MATH S249. They should be independent learners on studying

course units. Tutors are expected to provide support to these adult learners in building up relevant statistical concepts

through tutorials, assignments, telephone contact and communications through the Internet.


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The course contains 4 tutor-marked assignments, which will require about one hour to mark on average. Tutors are

given a marking scheme on each assignment and they are expected to teach through assignment marking. Each tutor

will be allocated 30 - 35 students.

About twelve 2-hour tutorials and 6 surgeries are held during weekends throughout the course. The tutor is required to

prepare notes for students to use in the tutorials and to own a computer at home. In addition, tutors are required to

allocate a minimum 8 hours per week for student contact through telephone, web learning environment or email. The

frequency of questions usually increases one or two weeks before the cut-off date of each TMA.




Applicants must have at least an Honours degree with good background in statistics. Teaching or working experience

with statistics would be an advantage. Experience in using statistics software would be an advantage.

MATH S373 Optimization Methods for Decision Making (10 credits; 2 semesters)

Course Coordinator: Dr. Douglas NG (Tel: 2768 6880; Email: [email protected])

MATH S373 is a higher level course featuring in both the Mathematical Studies, Statistics and Decision

Science degree programmes. It has been taken from the Open University of Unite Kingdom.

The course examines methods which are used to tackle scientific, technological, business, management

science and social decision problems. These problems arise in a branch of mathematics known as

'Operational Research'. Because of the potential breadth of the subject, the course concentrates on a few

selected areas which are currently most important in computational mathematics. The course is divided into

three blocks covering the following topics:

Block I Direct and iterative methods of solving single non-linear equations, systems of linear equations and

systems of non-linear equations; mathematical modelling; errors in numerical processes, convergence, ill-

conditioning and induced instability.

Block II Formulation and numerical solution of linear programming problems using the revised simplex

method; formulation of integer programming problems and the branch and bound method of solution;

sensitivity analysis. This block contains a number of illustrative applications.

Block III Formulation and numerical solution of unconstrained and constrained non-linear optimization

problems using methods which include Interval reduction methods. Grid search and Golden search, steepest

descent method, Newton-Raphson method, Gauss-Newton method, quadratic penalty-function method, and

penalty-function method. This block also contains many illustrative applications.

The emphasis is on the practical nature of the methods, but straightforward mathematical analysis is

included. The topics covered include a blend of applications and case studies with the mathematical theory

and computational procedures.

About a quarter of the study time will be devoted to practical work and activities. Some activities will be

carried out using computer algebraic software - MathCAD. The course software will be delivered on CD-

ROMS as part of the course material to students and tutors. No programming skills are required. The use of

MathCAD software is an integral part of this course and tutors will be required to have access to their own

PC capable of running the software.


Each tutor is expected to meet with his/her group in 12 2-hour regular tutorials during weekends throughout

the course. The tutor is required to prepare teaching notes for students to use in the tutorials. Some regular

surgeries will be held on weekend with tutors attending on a rota basis. In addition, tutors are required to

allocate a minimum 8 hours per week for student contact through telephone, on-line learning environment

or email.

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Tutors for this course will be required to have a Master degree or above in mathematics, applied

mathematics, operational research or a related subject. Given the level at which the course subjects are to

be taught candidates should consider carefully whether they have the appropriate academic background in

all of the subjects. It is required that the tutor has practical experience in using mathematical or algebraic

software (MathCAD). Teaching experience would clearly be an advantage, although it is not a requirement

MATH S390 Quantitative Models for Financial Risk (5 credits; 1 semester)

Course Coordinator: Dr. Carlin Chu (Tel: 2768 6876; Email: [email protected])

MATH S390 Quantitative Models for Financial Risk is a 5-credit, one-semester, higher-level course. MATH S390 is

about the use of mathematics to solve real-life applications. You will learn how to represent real world financial

problems in the form of Black-Scholes equations and the type of mathematical methods that are useful in working with

these models. This course is presented at 12-month intervals.

The course is divided into 6 study units covering the following topics:

The course covers the following topics:

Unit 1 Introduction to financial risk and quantitative process

Understand the basic terminologies used in financial industry.

Understand varies financial instrument and their risks.

Apply game theory method to explain the idea of arbitrage.

Unit 2 Tree models for stocks and options

Explain the principle of no-arbitrage opportunity in evaluation of financial instrument, and apply it to price linear

derivative securities.

Calculate the payoff, and interpret the profit of basic derivates contracts, such as forward contracts, futures

contracts, American and European put and call options, simple commodity swaps, and interest rate swaps.

Unit 3 Continuous models and the Black-Scholes formula

Apply the stochastic calculus to model Brownian motion, and use Ito’s Lemma to derive the stochastic differential

equations.

Apply no-arbitrage principle and risk neutral (martingale) pricing.

Derive a Black-Scholes differential equation for pricing option.

Unit 4 Mathematical methods for the Black-Scholes model

Adopt an appropriate method to solve the Black-Scholes differential equation analytically.

Interpret the overall investment return based on the computational result.

Unit 5 Risk models in hedging

Construct a hedging strategy for a variety of risks.

Identify cash flows in swap transactions.

Evaluate alternative hedge positions.

Unit 6 Quantitative methods for bond models and interest rate options

Introduce more sophisticated risk models used by the financial analyst/planner to manage stocks, bonds and mixed

portfolios.

Perform calculations of yields, continuous compounding, and par, forward and zero yield curves.

MATH S390 is an Online Learning Environment (OLE) Course. Tutors must be able to communicate and to support

students’ learning through the OLE. Details about the OLE Components can be found from



Each tutor is expected to meet with his/her group in 6 2-hour regular tutorials during weekends throughout the course.

The tutor is required to prepare teaching notes for students to use in the tutorials. Some regular surgeries will be held on

weekend with tutors attending on a rota basis. In addition, tutors are required to allocate a minimum 8 hours per week

for student contact through telephone, on-line learning environment or email.


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Tutors for this course will be required to have a Master degree or above in applied mathematics, or a related subject.

Given the level at which the course subjects are to be taught candidates should consider carefully whether they have the

appropriate academic background in all of the subjects. Teaching experience would clearly be an advantage, although it

is not a requirement.

ENGINEERING SCIENCES

ELEC S212 Network Programming and Design (10 credits; 2 semesters)

Course Coordinator: Dr Steven Choy (Tel: 2768 6857; Email: [email protected])

ELEC S212 is one of the intermediate level courses on computer networking within the Bachelor of Science in

Communications Technology degree. The course is self-contained and assumes no specific knowledge of computer

networking concepts and network programming techniques. However, students are expected to have a basic knowledge

on computer operations and programming.

The overall aims of this course are to introduce students to networking concepts and network programming techniques.

Topics related to the Internet, including its underlying mechanisms, the services available and programming for it, are

also discussed. Theoretical concepts and practical techniques are integrated with the practical analysis of case study

design and programming problems.

The bottom-up approach is taken in structuring the course. Students start from the basic building blocks of a computer

network and how these individual units are integrated to construct a complete network. This is includes how networks

can be interconnected and how communications are made across networks. Following these underlying principles,

students proceed to the programming techniques for making use of network resources and finally end with the Internet

related concepts.

The topics include:

Network Basics and Internetwork Architecture

Local Area Network Operating System

Network Protocols for the Internet

Introduction of Unix Environment

C Programming in the UNIX Environment

Internet Application Programming

Interprocess Communication

Socket Programming

Network Security

Network Planning, Implementation and Management

Course materials include textbooks, course readings, and Internet based materials. To ensure that students have the

opportunity to develop their design and programming techniques, each unit will include a case study activity which

integrates the various topics and techniques covered in each unit. These may be network design and development case

study activities or where students are required to develop programs for a particular case study scenario. Where

appropriate, the activities may include Internet based elements.

A total of 5 tutor-marked assignments (TMAs) are given throughout the course. Tutors will be required to mark and

comment extensively on TMAs. Each tutor is expected to conduct about 10 two-hour tutorials for his/her group as well

as some surgery sessions for answering questions from students. It is a requirement that tutors are available to attend

these tutorials on either Saturday afternoon or Sunday. In addition, they need to allocate a number of hours a week to

give advice and help their own group of students on the problems about the course which are raised by phone-in queries

or e-mails. Usually the number of queries and questions are expected to increase as the cut-off dates of TMAs approach.

Applicants must possess an honours degree in Computer Science, Computer Studies, Communication Engineering or

related fields. Teaching experience will be an advantage, but it is not a requirement. Preference will be given to those

who are well versed in Unix, C and network programming and design.

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ELEC S222 Electronics Principles and Digital Design (10 credits; 2 semesters)

Course Coordinator: Dr Wilson Hon Wai CHU (Tel: 2768 6817; Email: [email protected])

This course is intended to give a basic understanding of electronic principles, circuits and systems, and to develop the

fundamental theory and practical skills required to carry out engineering analysis and design. It provides essential

background knowledge for higher level courses in electronics and related disciplines. It is also suitable for students of

other disciplines who require a good working knowledge of electronics. However, the treatment is not superficial, and a

good mathematical and scientific background is necessary.

The central theme of the course is the analysis and design of digital circuits. The course includes: nodal analysis;

Thevenin and Norton equivalent circuits; transistors and the design of integrated circuits; principles of digital

electronics, including combinational and sequential logic circuits; analogue-digital conversion; and digital circuits.

Practical skills in electronics are developed in short laboratory sessions held in our own 1aboratories at Homantin and

one-day Sunday Long Lab held in our own laboratory.

This course uses a computer-aided design package to help with circuit design. Both students and tutors are required to

have access to an IBM PC or compatible computer to run this CAD software.

Tutors will be required to grade and comment extensively on 5 written assignments submitted by the students. Tutors

are required to attend regular two-hour tutorials, surgery sessions, as well as the laboratories.

Applicants are expected to have an honours degree in Electronics. Experience of teaching Electronics at tertiary level

would be a distinct advantage, but is not essential.

ELEC S224 Computers and Processors (10 credits; 2 semesters)

Course Coordinator: Dr Kevin Hung (Tel: 2768 6865; Email: [email protected])

ELEC S224 is designed as an introduction to the technical aspects and applications of computers and processors. It

aims to provide an understanding of the key hardware components in computers and computer-based systems, their

functions, development trends, and the ways of intercommunication between them. Roles of operating systems in

personal computers, and how the corresponding subsystems and structures support these roles are discussed at length.

The course relates its hardware and software concepts to a range of computers and computer-based systems.

The course contents are:

Introduction to hardware, software and data: components of a computer, data representation, programs, case studies

(kitchen scale, digital camera, personal computers)

Processors and instructions: functions of a processor, organization of a computer, processor simulator, instruction

sequencing, programming

Embedded systems: case studies of embedded systems and applications, peripheral components and I/O,

performance metrics (power, size, cost, reliability, safety, maintainability, life cycle)

Personal computers: development of PC, main subsystems, interconnections, peripheral devices, operating systems,

processor trends

Tutors will be required to mark 4 written assignments submitted by each student over a period of a year. Each tutor will

take about 13 tutorials and 9 surgeries, each 2-hour long.

Applicants must possess at least a good honours degree in Computer, Electronic or Information Engineering with two

or more years’ tertiary level teaching experience or experience in relevant industry.

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ELEC S313 Emerging Technologies (10 credits; 2 semesters)

Course Coordinator: To be announced

This innovative course will be delivered in a mixture of face-to-face meetings, workshops, site visits and learner

centred self learning materials (including CDs).

This course aims to introduce advanced technologies in communications and related management. Topics to be covered

include: Access Technologies, Broadband Network, Component-Level Technologies, Digital Subscriber Line (DSL),

Gigabit LANs, Virtual Private Network, Intelligent Network, Second Generation Internet Technology, IPV6, Computer

Telephony, Wireless Interactive Multimedia, Streaming and Compression Technology, Privacy and Network Security,

Smart card, Network Management, Viruses, E-commerce, M-commerce, and industrial case studies.

The applicant should possess:

ability to communicate effectively in written English

prior IT teaching/training experience

a post-graduate degree in Communications Technology/related discipline or equivalent industry

experiences.

Applicants must possess a good honours degree in either of the following disciplines:

Computer Science, Telecommunications, Applied Computing/Engineering or related disciplines, with two or more

years’ tertiary teaching experience or experience in relevant industry.

ELEC S332 Computer Networks (10 credits; 2 semesters)


ELEC S332 Computer Networks is a ten-credit, high-level core course of the BSc/BSc (Hons) in Computing and

Networking; the BSc/BSc (Hons) in Communications Technology, the BSc(Hons) in Communications Technology

with Management; and the BSc/BSc(Hons) in Computer Engineering programmes. The course is also suitable for

learners who want to learn the basic principles and practices of computer networks.

The course describes the commonly used 5-layer Internet model, addresses growingly important matters on computer

network security, and demonstrates how applications trigger activities in the various layers of a computer network. The

course aims to use a practical application flow approach to demonstrate the interplay of the different network

components covered in the whole course.

This course aims to (i) teach learners the basic principles and practices of computer networks using the 5-layer Internet

model, (ii) enable the learners to understand the key design and applications of individual layers of the 5-layer Internet

model, (iii) expose the learners to on-line exercises as a channel for continual knowledge update through the Internet,

(iv) teach learners the basic security aspects of computer networks and (v) illustrate how computer networks operate to

support software applications.


Introduction to computer networks

The physical layer

The data link layer: functions protocols and multiple access

The data link layer: local area network

The network layer

The transport layer

The application layer basics

The end users Internet applications

The network security and cryptography

The application in action

There will be five tutor-marked assignments (TMAs), and one final written examination. The assignment exercises are

designed to test the learners on practical work and analysis skills. Tutors will be required to mark and comment

extensively on TMAs.

Each tutor is expected to conduct about 10 two-hour tutorials for his/her group as well as some surgery sessions for

answering questions from learners. It is a requirement that tutors are available to attend these tutorials on Saturday


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and/or Sunday. In addition, they need to allocate a number of hours a week to give advice and help their own group of

learners on the problems about the course which are raised by phone-in queries, e-mails or on-line discussion board.

Usually the number of queries and questions are expected to increase as the cut-off dates of TMAs approach.

Applicants must possess an honours degree, preferably a higher degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering,

Electronic Engineering, Information Engineering, Communications Engineering or equivalent. Tertiary level teaching

experience or relevant industrial experience would be an advantage.

ELECS354 Inside Electronic Devices (10 credits; 2 semesters)

Course Coordinator: Dr Tony Lee (Tel: 2768 6862; Email: [email protected])

Content:

Chapter 1: electronic materials in the form of pure elements, various alloys and compounds are discussed along with

various types of bondings that exist in solids. A simple spread-sheet exercise helps investigate how

mobility of charge carrier affects conduction

Chapter 2: aims to examine the way electronic materials are used to make components such as resistors and

capacitors and then deployed in finished products. Different approaches to circuit building are examined,

ranging from the traditional circuit board, with discrete components soldered into holes, to hybrid circuit

assemblies, where components are integrated into the surface of the supporting substrate.

Chapter 3: two most common applications of magnetism, motors and transformers are described. Next an insight is

provided inside magnetic materials at microscopic level to see what actually determines their magnetic

behaviour. Magnetic recording is explained and three basic magnetic memory technologies are

discussed.

Chapter 4: deals with transducers. It is examined how materials can be engineered to great effect to produce

pyroelectric, piezoelectric and electro-optic responses, which are all based on one particular oxide

system--lead(Pb)- lanthanum (La)-Zirconium (Zr)- titanate(TiO3).

Chapter 5: aims to give an understanding of the properties, principles and processes behind semiconductor

microcircuits. Processes of etching, photolithography, masking and diffusion are described in detail and

how devices like p-n diodes, p-n capacitors and MOS memories are constructed. MOS and CMOS

processing sequences and industrial processes for fabrication of RAM microcircuits are described.

Chapter 6: focuses on two branches of the display technology: Cathode ray tub and liquid crystal displays. The

principles of the CRT are outlined. For liquid-crystal display Introduction to the possibility of high-

resolution liquid-crystal displays using matrix addressing via a thin-film transistor (TFT) attached to

each pixel is given. This offers the possibility of using liquid-crystal displays for television.

Chapter 7: starts with the study of medical imaging scanners and defines the superconducting condition and its

mechanism. Next principles of action of nuclear magnetic resonance is described. Realisation of a

magnet using metallic superconducting wire at 4.2K is described. The chapter closes with some other

interesting possible uses for superconductors

Chapter 8: introduces the concept of electrical modulation of optical properties and the optical modulation of

electronic properties of materials and describes how optoelectronics contributes greatly to memory

technology through magneto-optic data-storage systems and CDs alongside other magnetic and

semiconductor systems. The major emphasis of the chapter is on telecommunications. It explains how

the three aspects of transconduction, memory and display are all essential ingredients of information

technology. It explains the principles and technology of light-emitting diodes, lasers, light detectors and

optical fibres and describes in details how these devices make up ingredients of a modern

telecommunication system.

TMAs

There will be four Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs)

Tutorials

There will be 9 tutorials and 10 surgeries, each two hours long. A tutorial on weekend and a surgery in the weekday

after office hours will be held almost once every month.

Experience

Applicants must possess at least a good Honours degree in Electronics or Material Science or Physics and should have

tertiary level teaching experience or experience in relevant industry.

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ELEC S402 Electronics Project Course (20 credits; 2 semesters)


Dr Kevin Hung (Tel: 2768 6865; Email: [email protected])

The course ELEC S402 is an Honours level project course. It is aimed at providing an opportunity to students to

integrate the knowledge gained from the study of their courses to work independently and competitively on a scientific

project. A typical project may require students to collect, analyse and evaluate appropriate material relevant to their

project in order to enhance their understanding and awareness of the issues and problems related to the project and

generate new ideas and provide solutions. Students will also learn how to organize their work strategies and time

schedule to achieve the specified goals of a project, and produce a lucid and concise report about their achievements.

This would also help build students' confidence and give them the knack for methodically tackling scientific, technical

and business problems they would encounter in their practical and professional life.

There will be 15 two-hour tutorials appropriately spaced to maximize the tutor-student interaction. The tutorials will be

held at the OUHK campus at Ho Man Tin, where the project lab is situated, so that tutors can help their students on the

spot, when necessary. Activities at tutorials would involve constructive discussions with students about their individual

projects, providing technical guidance during the progress of the projects, and advice about writing reports on the

projects.

There will be three TMAs, otherwise known as:

Initial report about 2,000 words in the 8th week

Interim report about 3,000 to in the 20th week

3,500 words

Final report about 10,000 to in the 40th week

15,000 words

The tutor is supposed to provide guidance in writing these reports, and then vet the reports for their technical contents,

clarity and proper organization of the constituents.

The tutor must be able to suggest at least six viable project topics for the six students whom he/she would supervise

independently. The tutor should be well versed in his/her own suggested topics and take charge of the successful

completion of the projects. The projects may be related to or independent of one another, but must bear some

differences to prevent the students copying from one another. The tutor will monitor the project, and provide ongoing

support in terms of resolving technical difficulties, if any, and providing guidance for report-writing and vetting of

reports.

The tutor should possess a Master's or PhD degree in one of the following or a related field of study: Electronic

Engineering, Applied Computing, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Engineering. Sufficient

research experience gained at a university or in industry and the ability to supervise Honours level projects is required.

Professional qualifications such as MHKIE, FHKIE, RPE, FIET and CEng would be desirable.

ELEC S403 Communications Technology Project (20 credits; 2 semesters)


Students should have successfully completed at least 140 credits from the OUHK Communications Technology

Programme before they undertake this course. This course is a compulsory course for all the Honours students of

Communications Technology Programme.

This course will expose students to situations that students will face in their employment. It requires planning,

researching and putting ideas into practice in the search for solutions. Students will work under the supervision of a

tutor who will guide them throughout your project work.

Aim The overall aims of the course are to:

enable you to define a set of objectives and appropriate methodologies

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provide an opportunity for you to apply and put into practice what you have learned from other communications

courses

help you develop skills in planning, managing and scheduling various tasks required to solve a number of

problems

enable you to fully develop and use your knowledge and skills in the communications

technology profession

teach you how to present a well-structured, written account of the techniques, methods and

findings from an independent study.

Content The course has no conventional course materials. Some reading of current technical materials available in journals and

reference books may be required. This course will enable students to reveal problems in this area that are yet to be

tackled and understand the directions scholars are taking to find solutions.

The project has a practical aim and is conducted at an advanced undergraduate level. Individual projects can be any of

the following: (a) projects based on expertise in one particular area from among ELEC S311, ELEC S313, ELEC S332

or (b) projects initiated by a course team or by students' work-related projects with company endorsement.

Tutorials In additional to the online support, face-to-face tutorials will be held regularly throughout the course. Activities will

involve discussion, guidance and advice-giving sessions for individual projects.

Assessment Three reports are required for submission: (i) Initial Report (TMA 01)--the project proposal, its background and the

project plan in about 1,500 words (ii) Interim Report (TMA 02)--outlining progress made, the method of investigation

and a brief outline of the final report in about 2,000 words, plus an oral presentation of the interim report (iii) Final

Report (TMA 03) in about 7,500-8,500 words--full details of the project results, conclusions and importance of these

conclusions. There may be an oral examination at the end, if required.

Laboratory classes Many advanced communications and computer facilities are available for project use. For example, wireless LAN,

satellite signal transmission and receiving hardware, multimedia and virtual reality development tools, mobile and

network simulation software. Industrial collaboration project opportunities are also available.

Applicants must possess a good honours degree in either of the following disciplines:

Computer Science, Telecommunications, Applied Computing/Engineering or related disciplines, with two or more

years’ tertiary teaching experience or experience in relevant industry. Membership of professional and learned societies

such as HKIE, HKCS, IEEE etc. will be desirable.

ELEC S404 Computing Engineering Project Course (20 credits; 2 semesters)


The course ELEC S404 is an Honours level project course. It aims at providing an opportunity to students to integrate

the knowledge gained from the study of their courses to work independently and competitively on a scientific project. A

typical project may require students to collect, analyse and evaluate appropriate material relevant to their project in

order to enhance their understanding and awareness of the issues and problems related to the project and generate new

ideas and provide solutions. Students will also learn how to organize their work strategies and time schedule to achieve

the specified goals of a project, and produce a lucid and concise report about their achievements.

This would also help build students' confidence and give them the knack for methodically tackling scientific, technical

and business problems they would encounter in their practical and professional life.

There will be 15 two-hour tutorials appropriately spaced to maximize the tutor-student interaction. The tutorials will be

held at the OUHK campus at Ho Man Tin, where the project lab is situated, so that tutors can help their students on the

spot, when necessary. Activities at tutorials would involve constructive discussions with students about their individual

projects, providing technical guidance during the progress of the projects, and advice about writing reports on the

projects.

There will be three TMAs, otherwise known as:

Initial report about 2,000 words in the 8th week

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Interim report about 3,000 to in the 20th week

3,500 words

Final report about 10,000 to in the 40th week

15,000 words

The tutor is expected to provide guidance in writing these reports, and then evaluate the reports for their technical

contents, clarity and proper organization of the constituents.

The tutor must be able to suggest viable project topics for the students whom he/she would supervise independently.

The tutor should be well versed in his/her own suggested topics and take charge of the successful completion of the

projects. The projects may be related to or independent of one another, but must bear some differences to prevent the

students copying from one another. The tutor will monitor the project, and provide ongoing support in terms of

resolving technical difficulties, if any, and providing guidance for report-writing and vetting of reports.

The tutor should possess an earned Master or Doctoral degree in one of the following or a related field of study:

Electronic Engineering, Applied Computing, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Engineering.

Sufficient research experience gained at a university or in industry and the ability to supervise Honours level projects is

required. Professional qualification such as MHKIE, FHKIE, RPE, FIET and CEng is desirable.

ENGG S228 Engineers in Society (5 credits; 1 semester)


Content:

Unit 1: An introduction to Hong Kong industry presents an overview of the development of Hong Kong industry and

explores the shift to a post-industrial society as information technology and services gain importance. The unit

introduces the work of the Innovation and Technology Commission and related developments, as Hong Kong positions

itself to become a major technology based business centre in the region.

Unit 2: The engineer in society explores the role of engineers in society and the particular situation for professional

engineers in Hong Kong. Global ethical issues for engineers are explored through case study examples.

Unit 3: Professional practice concentrates on three specific areas: safety and health, environmental management and;

intellectual property. An overview of design liability and consumer law are included.

Unit 4: An introduction to product engineering introduces the product development process as a tool to encourage

innovation in product design and the unit encourages a flexible approach by engineers. The increasing role of IT in

industry is explored from the perspective of design tools used and the improvements to processes which are possible.

Quality management and its relevance to Hong Kong are introduced and the unit ends with the product and technology

life-cycle, to lead into the next unit.

Unit 5: Engineering business development builds on the product development process introduced in Unit 4, bringing

out the business issues for small technology based start-up companies. The unit introduces the development of a

business plan and sources of finance in Hong Kong.

TMAs:

There will be three Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs). Each TMA will be considered as equivalent to one-half

normal TMA

Tutorials:

There will be 5 tutorials and 2 surgeries, each two hours long. Tutorials will be held on weekend and surgeries on the

weekday after office hours.

Experience:

Applicants must possess at least a good Honours degree in Electrical / Electronics / Mechanical / Manufacturing

engineering or related discipline and should have sufficient academic or industrial experience in the subject matter.

Corporate membership of HKIE, RPE, Engineering Council CEng. or equivalent will be an advantage.

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IT S123 Introduction to Internet Services and Applications (10 credits; 2 semesters)


ITS 123 is an introduction to the services and applications that are available on the Internet. The course is meant for

students from any discipline and for students new to the OUHK - hence the 'U' for Universal.

The aims of the course:

• Introduce a range of commonly used Internet-based services and applications for communication,

collaboration, information retrieval, social networking and personal productivity.

• Discuss and demonstrate techniques for getting the most out of Internet-based services and applications.

• Explore the practical applications of user-generated content and mobile services.

• Illustrate and assess ethical, security and legal considerations related to Internet use.

Students and tutors will be expected to:

engage in 1-1 communication through email;

engage in discussions via a bulletin board;

handle assignments electronically.

Equipment:

Students will need access to an IBM PC compatible computer with:

a Pentium 4 processor or faster processor

1 GB RAM or above

4 GB free hard disk space for software installation

Broadband Internet Access

operating system for PC: Windows XP or above

a DVD-ROM drive (8X or better)

However, a tutor would be expected to have a more powerful system capable, for example, of enabling the tutor to

comment on student scripts electronically. The OUHK will provide tutors with accounts for accessing the electronic

support services.

In addition to the electronic support services tutors will be expected to participate in face-to-face tutorials, which are

expected to be held during the week or at weekends. There will be four assignments during the course, all of which are

to be submitted and processed electronically by the tutor and the University. Whilst tutors will be expected to respond

to student telephone calls, students will be encouraged to make use of email as a replacement.

We are looking for tutors who have an honours degree. The subject of the degree is not restricted; however, a tutor is

expected to be

Internet enthusiast

Experienced user of email, Instant Messaging, on-line discussion board and social networking

Experienced Web surfer including the location of specific information

Capable of producing a Web page

Teachers interested in investigating how the Internet can be used in education are particularly sought, although teaching

experience itself is not a requirement for tutors.

ENGINEERING MECHANICS, MATERIAL AND DESIGN

DESN S368 Innovation and Sustainability (20 credits; 2 semesters)


This course is a core course for the BSc in Design and Innovation (BScDI) programme.

Content:

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Block 1 Introduction looks at what motivates individuals and organisations to invent, such as the desire to make

money, technical curiosity, or a desire to help others.

Block 2 Markets looks at how designers’ ideas are turned into saleable products through the consideration of

peoples’ needs.

Block 3 Products looks more closely at how new product ideas and inventions are designed, developed and

manufactured into commercially viable new products.

Block 4 Diffusion follows through by looking at how products fare in the marketplace – how they diffuse into use,

how consumers respond to them, and the extent to which changing consumer preferences and concerns are

influencing future technologies.

Block 5 Consumption looks at what is needed to build a socially and environmentally sustainable future.

TMAs

There will be five tutor-marked assignments (TMAs) that include questions and an ongoing project. This course does

not have an examination. Instead, students are required to submit a project final report and to give a final presentation.

Tutors are therefore required to mark and comment on the students’ work.

Tutorials

There will be ten tutorials and nine surgeries, each lasting two hours. All of the tutorials and surgeries will be

conducted in classrooms. Some seminars may also be introduced.

Applicants must possess an honours degree in Design, Product Analysis or Product Engineering or a related discipline.

Experience in teaching design at tertiary level would be an advantage.

ELEC S101 Aircraft Electrics (5 credits; 1 semester)


Content:

Unit 1: Electrical fundamentals I

This is the first part related to the area of ‘Electrical fundamentals’. The unit is made up of four topics. By the end of

this unit, students should be able to handle the fundamental concepts of (1) electromagnetics; (2) DC electricity; (3)

major electrical components in a circuit; and (4) electrical power and energy.

Unit 2: Electrical fundamentals II

This is the second part related to electrical fundamentals. Based on the knowledge developed in Unit 1, students should

be able to go deeper into the basic electrical concepts through the six topics in Unit 2. By the end of this unit, students

should be able to handle the fundamental concepts of (1) DC generators and motors; (2) AC theory; (3) AC circuit

theory; (4) transformers; (5) filters; and (6) AC generators and motors.

Unit 3: Electronic fundamentals

This unit is divided into five topics. By the end of this unit, students should be able to handle the fundamental concepts

of (1) diodes; (2) transistors; (3) integrated circuits; (4) Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs); and (5) servomechanisms.

Unit 4: Digital techniques/electronic instrument systems I

The topic of ‘Digital techniques/electronic instrument systems’ is separated into two parts. This is the first part,

containing six topics. After completing this unit, students should be able to handle the fundamental concepts of (1)

numbering systems; (2) data conversion; (3) logic circuits; (4) data buses; (5) fibre optics; and (6) basic computer

structure. This unit provides learners with some elementary information about how data is transferred within a network.

Unit 5: Digital techniques/electronic instrument systems II

Digital techniques/electronic instrument systems II is designed to expose students to electronic instrument systems and

software management systems used in modern aircraft. The unit is divided into five topics. The general arrangement

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and concepts of (1) electronic displays; (2) electronic instrument systems; (3) electrostatic sensitive devices; (4) the

electromagnetic environment; and (5) software management control will be reviewed in this unit.

TMAs

There will be two Computer-Marked Assignments (CMAs) and one Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMA).

Tutorials

There will be 4 tutorials and 4 surgeries, each two hours long. A tutorial on weekend and a surgery in the weekday after

office hours will be held almost once every month.

Experience

Applicants must possess at least a Honours degree in Aircraft, Electronics or Electrical Engineering, or a related

discipline. Tertiary level teaching experience or experience in relevant industry would be an advantage.

MECH S101 Aircraft Mechanics (5 credits; 1 semester)


Content:

Unit 1: Mathematics

The unit is divided into three main topics. The topics include arithmetic, algebra and geometry for aircraft maintaining

engineering.

Unit 2: Physics

Unit 2 extends the knowledge students have acquired in the first unit through nine topics. The topics for this unit

include units and measurements, matter, kinetics and dynamics, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, optics, wave motion

and sound.

Unit 3: Human factors

This unit is designed to equip students with knowledge of human factors and their effects in the aircraft industry. This

unit’s discussion of human factors will be divided into nine topics. The unit will focus on (1) general factors; (2) human

performance and limitations; (3) social psychology; (4) factors affecting performance; (5) physical environment; (6)

tasks; (7) communication; (8) human error; and (9) hazards in the workplace.

Unit 4: Materials and hardware

This unit is divided into 11 topics. Over the course of this unit, students should be able to master the properties of

materials and various types of hardware as applied to aircraft maintenance engineering. Topics for this unit include

mechanical properties and applications of different materials, the properties of different types of fasteners, and the

properties of different types of hardware.

Unit 5: Aerodynamics

This unit on aerodynamics is divided into four main topics. The unit extends students’ knowledge of aerodynamics in

aircraft flight technology by providing them with the basic concepts of aircraft technology, including the concept of

International Standard Atmosphere, the basic principles of aerodynamics, and the theory of flight and flight control.

TMAs

There will be two Computer-Marked Assignments (CMAs) and one Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMA).

Tutorials

There will be 4 tutorials and 4 surgeries, each two hours long. A tutorial on weekend and a surgery in the weekday after

office hours will be held almost once every month.

Experience

Applicants must possess at least a Honours degree in Material Sciences, Aircraft or Mechanical Engineering, or a

related discipline. Tertiary level teaching experience or experience in relevant industry would be an advantage.

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MECH S264 Design: Principles and Practice (10 credits; 2 semesters)


MECH S264 is a middle level course for degree programmes in EMMD, PD&T, Electronics and Dip in Materials and

Design Engineering.

This course has the following aims:

to develop your design awareness by providing an understanding of how decisions are made about the design of

artefacts, the influences that contribute to these decisions and the nature of the design process, leading to a

fostering of analytical and critical judgments about designed projects.

to develop your understanding of design principles of analysis, evaluation, creation and configuration that are

applicable across a variety of professional practices, such as engineering, product design and architecture.

to develop your design skills by giving examples, instruction and experience in the use of a variety of basic

techniques of designing, e.g. drawing, modelling and creative thinking.

The course content is divided into several areas of studies:

Introduction to Design - This highlights the awareness, principles and skills of design with the help of examples

of a wide variety of chairs.

Product Planning and Design - This focuses on the problem exploration, product planning/briefing phase using a

wide variety of consumer products and domestic appliances as examples.

Creativity and Conceptual Design - This focuses on the creative aspects of designing throughout the design

process, particularly in the inventive and early conceptual phase of design.

Geometry and Configuration in Design - Emphasis is given to those activities in the design process which are

concerned with devising, manipulating and specifying the geometrical forms of designed objects.

Product Development and Manufacture - This deals with the later process of design, the phases that move on from

concept and embodiment to specific details, taking into account major practical considerations such as material

choice, material processing, manufacture, assembly and testing.

Review of Design - This deals with a range of factors which have an impact on design egg changes in product

market, development of new materials, sophistication in the use of computers and fundamental changes in

economic and social conditions.

Guided design exercises are used throughout the course.

There will be 9 tutorials of 2 hours duration and 10 surgeries of 2 hours duration. Each tutor will be expected to handle

9 tutorials and 3-5 surgeries in the whole session of the course.

There are 5 Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) to be marked by tutors. Tutors will also have to comment extensively

on 5 TMAs. Though marking guides will be provided tutors will be required to familiarize themselves fully with all the

course components in order to be able to guide the students through their written comments.

Applicants are expected to have an honours Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering or a related discipline

and at least two years industrial or teaching experience preferably in the design area.

MECH S357 Structural Integrity Designing Against Failure (10 credits; 2 semesters)


This course is an optional course for the following programmes: the BSc and BSc (Hons) in Electronics, BSc (Hons) in

Electronics (with Management), BSc and BSc (Hons) in Engineering Mechanics, Materials and Design, BSc (Hons) in

Engineering Mechanics, Materials and Design (with Management), BSc and BSc (Hons) in Product Design and

Technology, and the Higher Diploma in Engineering Design.

Content:


Stress analysis

- Stress

- Strain

- Failure modes

- Structural modeling

- Structural analysis

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- Bending, torsion and buckling

- Residual stress

Fracture mechanics

- Practical fracture mechanics

- Fatigue

- Deformation and failure

- Environmental deterioration

- Elastic-plastic fracture mechanics

- Case studies

TMAs

There will be three tutor-marked assignments (TMAs) and two computer-marked assignments (CMAs).

Tutorials

There will be ten tutorials and nine surgeries, each lasting two hours. All of the tutorials and surgeries will be

conducted in classrooms. Some seminars may also be introduced.

Applicants must possess an honours degree in Material Sciences, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering or a

related discipline. Tertiary level teaching experience or experience in relevant industry would be an advantage.

MECH S395 Mechatronics (10 credits; 2 semesters)


MECH S395 is a higher level optional course for the degree programmes in Electronics, Applied Computing, Product

Design & Technology, and Engineering Mechanics, Materials and Design.

This course aims to introduce an integrated interdisciplinary knowledge of mechatronics and to develop skills needed to

participate in the specification and conceptual design of intelligent machines.

The course concentrates on the architecture, desired behaviour and performance of intelligent machines rather than on

technological details. The emphasis is on principles and methods applicable to configuring mechatronic systems and

sub-systems.

The content of MECH S395 includes:

The concept of ‘intelligent machine’. Economic and other reasons for developing intelligent machines. Aspects

of intelligent behaviour. A framework based on concepts of perception, cognition and execution within which

intelligent machines can be analysed and designed.

Perception as a machine's capability to collect and use information about its environment and its own behaviour.

Cognition as a machine's capability to interpret models constructed by its perception subsystem with a view to

planning its behaviour. Reasoning in conditions of certainty and uncertainty.

Execution as capability of acting on instructions. The concept of a deterministic control system. Fundamentals of

feedback, stability and hierarchical control.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the design of machines in order to add value to their performance.

Pattern recognition systems.

Reasoning.

Acquiring explicit knowledge.

Knowledge-based systems & Neural networks.

Intelligent planning; intelligent control.

Algorithmic and AI approaches to computer vision and self-diagnosing.

There are four tutor-marked assignments (TMAs) and four formative computer-marked assignments (CMAs) assessing

the students’ progress during the course. Tutors will be required to mark and comment extensively on TMAs and may

be appointed as script markers during the final examination. Each tutor is expected to conduct tutorials, day-long

laboratories and surgeries throughout the course. Tutors are required to attend these tutorials, surgeries and day-long

laboratories. In addition they need to allocate a number of hours a week to give advice and help to their own group of

students on the problems about the course which are raised by online queries.

Candidates must possess an honours degree (preferably a higher degree) in Mechatronics, Electrical, Electronic, or

Mechanical Engineering or a relevant discipline. They should be familiar with control engineering systems and be able

to guide students in the experimental work related to the design of intelligent machines.

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MECH S402 EMMD Project Course (20 credits; 2 semesters)


This course requires that students should have completed 140 credits from OUHK EMMD programme. This course is a

compulsory course for all BSc (Hons) EMMD students. The students will work under the supervision of a Tutor who

will guide them throughout their project work. The student may be advised to pursue a specified course of study before

starting a MECH S402 project if it is considered that he is inadequately prepared to embark on the proposed project

topic to the depth and breadth consistent with an honours-level project.

This course offers the students an opportunity to carry out a supervised project in any area or combinations of areas

covered by the courses of the OUHK EMMD programme. Through MECH S402 the students will get a chance to

integrate the knowledge gained from the study of their courses to work independently on a scientific project. They

should be able to organize themselves and their work to achieve a specified goal within a limited time, gather, analyze

and evaluate material relevant to their project and to generate ideas and produce a written report that clearly and

concisely communicates the content of the project to others.

The course does not have any conventional type of course material for study. It will, however, require some reading of

referred scientific materials available in journals and reference books which may be recommended by the tutor to

expose the student to previous work relevant to his project. Such an exposure would help reveal the problems that are

yet to be tackled and the direction the scholars are taking for providing solutions.

The MECH S402 project will usually have a practical aim in view. The projects may include design proposals or

specifications for a system or a mechanical device, policy proposals or scientific studies relevant to such practical ends.

Several kinds of activity can be the basis of a suitable project, whether it is concerned with an investigation of an

organization or a system or a design specification for a mechanical device. Projects must draw on knowledge gained by

the students from various courses studied under the EMMD programme and may also draw on knowledge or experience

they have gained elsewhere. Tutors will be required to give a list of at least 5 projects (or more for students to have a

choice) which they can guide and can offer to the students for guidance. The tutors should contact the Course

Coordinator to find out what equipment is available in the OUHK laboratory to conduct project work before deciding

on the project list. A tutor will normally be required to guide 5 project students.

There are 14 two hour tutorials spread throughout the year. Tutor is required to supervise a group of 5 students in the

tutorials to be conducted on Thursdays evenings or Sundays. In addition to tutorials the tutors have to guide the

students through telephone tutoring for which they must set aside about 4 hours per week.

Tutors will have to assess the initial, interim and final reports submitted by the students. They will also be required to

attend and assess the oral presentation after the interim report.

The tutor should possess a Master’s or PhD degree in one of the following or a related field of study: Mechanical

Engineering, Material, Design, Mechatronics, Electro-Mechanical, Computer-aided Engineering or related fields.

Some project supervision or research experience is desirable.

TESTING AND CERTIFICATION PROGRAMME

SCI S319 Quality Management for Science and Technology (5 Credits; 1 semester)

Course Coordinator: Dr H K Lau (Tel: 2768 6845; Email: [email protected])

This course is a core course of the BSc and BSc (Hons) in Product Design, Testing and Certification and the BSc and

BSc (Hons) in Product Design and Technology and the BSc and BSc (Hons) in Applied Science (Biology and

Chemistry) programmes. This course is also recommended to students whose major interest is in a degree programme

in either Electronics, Communication Technology, Computing, Engineering Mechanics, Materials and Design, and

Product Design and Technology.

This course introduces students to the importance of quality management in relation to the design of

products/processes or services. The overall aim of this course is to introduce to students the basic principles

and practices of quality management in the fields of science and technology.

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Aims

This course aims to:

Introduce students to contemporary concepts and philosophies of quality and its assurance;

Familiarize students with the statistical tools and international standards commonly adopted in the quality

assurance process;

Familiarize students with quality management principles and practices.

Contents


• Introduction to quality management

• Quality tools and techniques

• Statistical process control and acceptance sampling

• Quality management systems and awards

• Total quality management and Six sigma

Each tutor is expected to conduct about 5 two-hour tutorials for his/her group as well as some surgery sessions for

answering questions from learners. It is a requirement that tutors are available to attend these tutorials on Saturday

and/or Sunday. In addition, they need to allocate a number of hours a week to give advice and help their own group of

learners on the problems about the course which are raised by phone-in queries, e-mails or on-line discussion board.

Usually the number of queries and questions are expected to increase as the cut-off dates of TMAs approach.

Applicants must possess an honours degree, preferably a higher degree in Quality Engineering, Manufacturing

Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, or equivalent. Teaching experience at tertiary level or

relevant industrial experience would be an advantage.

TC S362 Manufacturing and Inspection Technologies (5 credits; 2 semesters)


TC S362 Manufacturing and Inspection Technologies is one of the core courses of the BSc/BSc(Hons) in Product

Design, Testing and Certification programme. This course provides a comprehensive coverage on manufacturing and

inspection technologies. Students enrolling TC S362 are advised to have completed SCI S319 Quality Management for

Science and Technology.

The overall aims of this course are to provide students with

• comprehensive knowledge in manufacturing and inspection technologies;

• the ability to evaluate and manage a manufacturing process;

• knowledge in computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) technology; and

• knowledge and skills in inspection for analysis and selection of inspection systems for manufacturing

processes.


• Foundations of manufacturing system and process

• Evaluation of a manufacturing process

• Computer-aided manufacturing (CAM)

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• Inspection technologies

• Effective inspection systems for manufacturing processes

There will be two tutor-marked assignments and a written final examination. Each tutor is expected to conduct about 5

two-hour tutorials for his/her group as well as some surgery and practical sessions for answering questions from

learners. It is a requirement that tutors are available to attend these face-to-face sessions on weekday evenings,

Saturdays and/or Sundays. In addition, they need to allocate a number of hours a week to give advice and help their

own group of learners on the problems about the course which are raised by phone-in queries, e-mails or on-line

discussion board. Usually the number of queries and questions are expected to increase as the cut-off dates of

assignments approach.




TC S372 Product Environmental, Health and Safety Standards (5 credits; 2 semesters)


TC S372 Product Environmental, Health and Safety Standards is one of the core courses of the

BSc/BSc(Hons) in Product Design, Testing and Certification programme. This course provides a

comprehensive coverage on manufacturing and inspection technologies. Students enrolling TC S372 are

advised to have completed SCI S319 Quality Management for Science and Technology and SCI S409 Safety

and Reliability for Science and Technology.

The overall aim of this course is to provide students with comprehensive knowledge of product environmental, health

and safety standards.


• Fundamentals of product lifecycle, standards and regulations

• Product safety standards

• Health issues related to product development

• Product development for environmental compliance

• An integrated approach to product development

There will be two tutor-marked assignments and a written final examination. Each tutor is expected to conduct about 5

two-hour tutorials for his/her group as well as some surgery and practical sessions for answering questions from

learners. It is a requirement that tutors are available to attend these face-to-face sessions on weekday evenings,

Saturdays and/or Sundays. In addition, they need to allocate a number of hours a week to give advice and help their

own group of learners on the problems about the course which are raised by phone-in queries, e-mails or on-line

discussion board. Usually the number of queries and questions are expected to increase as the cut-off dates of

assignments approach.




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APPLIED SCIENCE

BIOL S302 Animal and Plant Physiology (5 credits; 1 semester)

Course Coordinator: Dr. Steven Xu (Tel: 2768 6877; email: [email protected])

BIOL S302 is a five-credit, one-semester course at higher level offered by the School of Science and Technology

OUHK. It is a core course for students pursuing the BSc Environmental Studies and BSc Applied Science (Biology and

Chemistry). This course covers the topics relevant to the form and function of biological systems, essential for life

sustaining elements; namely the metabolic pathway, regulation of chemicals and reproductive system. The overall aims

of this course are to introduce to students the basic principles of animal and plant physiology for applied science and

environmental science.

The course shall cover following topics:

Nutrition in plants and animals

Growth and development in organisms

Circulation and transport

Secretion and hormones

Reproduction and genome evolution

Natural defense and immunity

Adaptation and environment

Tutors will be required to grade, comment on the written assignments (TMAs) and to answer queries arising from these

assignments.

Tutors will be required to attend and supervise tutorials, surgeries, laboratory sessions, and workshops if necessary.

Tutors are also expected to discuss and communicate with students via telephone tutoring, e-mails and the use of OLE

in which instruction will be given by OUHK.

Applicants are expected to have a higher degree in animal/plant physiology or related disciplines. Preference will be

given to candidates with teaching experiences in tertiary institutions, or postgraduate qualifications in subject discipline,

education, or equivalent.

BIOL S303 Molecular Biology and Microbiology(5 credits; 1 semester)

Course Coordinator: Dr Fred Lee (Tel: 2768 6868)

BIOL S303 is a five-credit, one-semester course at higher level offered by the School of Science and Technology

OUHK. It is a core course for students pursuing the BSc Environmental Studies and BSc Applied Science (Biology and

Chemistry). This course introduces various types of microbes and investigates their growth, habits, genetics and

staggering diversity of metabolism. The overall aims of this course are to introduce to students the basic principles of

molecular biology and microbiology for applied science and environmental science.

The course shall cover following topics:

Cellular structure and function

Protein: structure and catalytic function

Principles of metabolism

Theories of microbial metabolism

Biosynthesis and replenishing reactions

Microbial molecular and genetics

Environmental microbiology

Microbes and diseases

Genetic engineering and molecular techniques

Food and Industrial microbiology

Tutors will be required to grade, comment on the written assignments (TMAs) and to answer queries arising from these

assignments.

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Tutors are also expected to discuss and communicate with students via telephone tutoring, e-mails and the use of OLE

in which instruction will be given by OUHK.

Applicants are expected to have a higher degree in microbiology/molecular biology or related disciplines. Preference

will be given to candidates with teaching experiences in tertiary institutions, or postgraduate qualifications in subject

discipline, education, or equivalent.

BIOL S338 Ecology (10 credits; 2 semesters)

Course Coordinator: Mr Y K Wong (Tel: 2768 6883; Email: [email protected])

BIOLS338 is a higher-level compulsory course for students who intend to follow the degree programme in

Environmental Studies. The course aims to improve students’ ecological literacy by introducing the basic facts,

principles and concepts of both fundamental and applied ecology via the use of local examples whenever possible. This

course can also help students to acquire technological knowledge through the application of molecular biological

techniques to tackle ecological problems. Furthermore, this course can promote students’ analytical and writing skills

through the analysis and interpretation of ecological data, and via an independent ecological project and the writing of a

scientific report.

BIOLS338 is organized into ten units listed below.

Biotic and abiotic interactions

Terrestrial habitats

Aquatic habitats

Population ecology

Communities ecology

Ecosystems

Humans and ecosystems

Industrial ecology

Molecular ecology

Practical skills in ecology

As a student progresses through these ten units he should gain in understanding and make connections between the

interconnected themes of ecology.

Practical fieldwork based on Hong Kong sites is a most important part of the course. Students will attend three out of

four field courses and conduct an ecological investigation of their own (project). Tutor support and advice is a vital

component of this practical work.

Tutors will assess and interact with students via five TMA, one of which will be a student project report.

Tutors will conduct regular tutorials, some of which will be field based visits to sites of ecological interest in Hong

Kong. They will also conduct surgeries on rotation.

Applicants are expected to have a higher degree in one of the biological sciences or suitable environmental subject.

Working experience in ecology is a distinct advantage as is some teaching/lecturing. An on-going interest in the

ecology of Hong Kong would be a most welcome attribute.

CHEM S310 Analytical Chemistry (10 credits; 2 semesters)

Course Coordinator: Dr Crystal Han (Tel: 2768 6870)

CHEM S310, Analytical Chemistry, is a higher level course. This course is designed for students who intend to follow

the degree programme in environmental studies.

This course introduces fundamental principles and applications of quantitative analysis by chemical methods, for

instance, volumetric analysis, and then deals with techniques in sampling and sample pretreatment. The rest of this

course concentrate on methods and applications which are commonly used in environmental analysis such as UV-vis

spectroscopy, AAS, GC, HPLC.

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There are five tutor-marked assignments (TMAs) assessing the students' progress during the course. Tutors will be

required to grade and comment extensively on TMAs.

Tutors need to conduct a series of evening laboratory classes (each of 3 hours) on weekdays and two day-long schools

(each of 8 hours) at weekends. In addition tutors are required to provide guided studies to their students in 8 tutorials of

two-hour each (at weekends) and a series of surgeries (on weekdays) throughout the course, tutors are required to

answer students' enquiry and give guidance on their studies during telephone counselling as well.

An honours degree in chemistry or environmental sciences. Preference will be given to those working in the chemical

or environmental field. Teaching experiences in tertiary institutions, or postgraduate qualifications in subject discipline,

education, or equivalent area would be an advantage.

CHEMS340 Inorganic Chemistry

Course Coordinator: Dr C W Chan (Tel: 2768 6813)

CHEMS340 Inorganic Chemistry is a two-semester higher level course. It is an optional course for students pursuing

the BSc in Applied Science (Biology and Chemistry). The course is tentatively scheduled to be held in April 2013 .

This course shall provide a detailed analysis of the transition-metal chemistry, which includes structure, bonding,

magnetism and spectral properties of transition-metal complexes, organometallic compounds and bio-inorganic systems.

There will be five tutor-marked assignments, dayschools, laboratory sections and a final examination designed to assess

the student’s progress in this course. Tutors will be required to grade the TMAs and give constructive feedbacks on

students’ progress.

Tutors are required to provide guided studies to their students in tutorials sections and a series of surgeries throughout

the course. Tutors are also expected to answer students’ enquiry and give guidance on their studies during telephone

counseling and email as well.

Applicants for the position of Tutor should have a higher degree, preferably a doctorate degree in inorganic chemistry.

Preference will be given to those having research experience. Teaching experiences in tertiary institutions in the subject

discipline would be an advantage.

CHEM S345 Principles of Chemical Synthesis (5 credits; 1 semester)

Course coordinator: Dr. C M Lo (Tel: 2768 6852)

CHEM S345 is a core course for students pursuing the BSc Applied Science (Biology and Chemistry) and possibly an

elective course for other programmes in this University.

This higher level course builds on the foundation of organic chemistry in CHEM S251 or its substitutes. This course

covers the topics relevant to the strategy of organic synthesis, with particular emphasis on selectivity and synthetic

design. Students will be trained to possess independent abilities in academic analysis and presentation skills by conducting the various learner-based projects.

The overall aims of this course are to expose students to a wide variety of the modern chemical reactions available to

the organic chemist, including some of the methods and techniques for the isolation and identification of pure

compounds. Case studies on solid-phase synthesis, including combinatorial methods, insect pheromones,

prostaglandins and beta-lactams, reinforce the many facets of the complex process involved in the design and

preparation of such substances. Through various learner-based activities, students will understand and appreciate the

methods and process of science, and be able to critically evaluate scientific research publications in peer-reviewed journals as well as to broaden their knowledge base in scientific research topics.

There is no entry requirement for CHEM S345, however, basic skills at university level and knowledge equivalent to

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CHEM S251 are expected from students.


Fundamental of organic synthesis

Electronic and steric effects on stereochemical outcomes of reaction

Strategy, disconnection, and selectivity

Functional group interconversions

Reagents for synthesis

Quantification of drug activity

Case studies on enzymes, inhibitors and receptors

Tutors will be required to actively support the followings:

Tutorials and surgeries

There are 10 tutorials and surgeries throughout the course.

Laboratory classes

Regular laboratory sessions will be arranged during the course where you will supervise students through the experiments related to the course content.

Assessment

Three tutor-marked assignments are designed in the course. You are expected to give constructive feedbacks to support students’ learning. Some may also acts as markers for the final course examination.

Online support

This course is supported by the Online Learning Environment (OLE). You can find the latest course information from

the OU Homepage. Through the OLE, you can communicate electronically with your students and the Course Coordinator. To access the OLE, students will need to have access to the Internet.

SCI S121 A Foundation Course in Physics and Chemistry (10 credits; 2 semesters)

Course Coordinator: Dr C W Chan (Tel: 2768 6813)

SCI S121 is a course designed for learners who may or may not intend to study science beyond the foundation level. It

is designed for students who have or does not have previous formal scientific training. Despite of the open entry

requirement, S121 will retain the same academic vigor as to the first year chemistry and physics courses presented in

other tertiary institutions.

The topics introduced in the Units include:

Unit 1 Mechanics

Unit 2 Electricity and Magnetism

Unit 3 Vibration, Light and Sound

Unit 4 Atomic Structure and Chemical Bonding

Unit 5 States of Matter: Solid, Liquid and Gas

Unit 6 Change of Matter

Unit 7 Chemical Equilibrium and the Laws of Thermodynamics.


They will also be required to grade assignments and give extensive comments on the performance of learners. Tutors

would be required to have their Internet connection including Web browser and email facilities. They are expected to

participate in the online discussion with learners in all study related issues.

In addition, tutors are required to answer learners’ enquiry and give guidance on their studies via telephone counseling

bear in mind that not all students will have Internet access.

An honours degree in either chemistry or physics. Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experiences in

tertiary institutions, or postgraduate qualifications in subject discipline, education, or equivalent.

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SCI S330 Scientific Research Methods (5 credits; 1 semester)

Course Coordinator: Dr Fred Lee (Tel: 2768 6868)

SCI S330 is a five-credit, one-semester course at higher level. It is offered by the School of Science and Technology

OUHK, and it is a compulsory course for the BSc Programme in the Bachelor of Science in Applied Science (Biology

and Chemistry). This course is designed for students of varying backgrounds who are primarily majoring in biology

and chemistry. The purpose of the course is to enhance and develop students’ ability to understand and perform

independent scientific research. Learning about scientific research methods and their application to real-world problems

are skills that serve us for the rest of our lives. The content of the course emphasizes the basic concepts and strategies

in the scientific research process, guiding students from problem selection to completed research report.

The topics introduced in the Units include:

Unit 1 Fundamentals of research

Unit 2 Planning and preparation for research

Unit 3 Research approach

Unit 4 Analyzing and interpreting data

Unit 5 Reporting

Tutors will be required to attend and supervise tutorials, surgeries, dayschools, and workshops if necessary. They will

also be required to grade assignments and give extensive comments on the performance of learners. Tutors would be

required to have their Internet connection including Web browser and email facilities. They are expected to participate

in the online discussion with learners in all study related issues via e-mail and the use of OLE in which instruction will

be given by OUHK.

In addition, tutors are required to answer learners’ enquiry and give guidance on their studies via telephone tutoring.

Applicants should have an honours degree preferably a higher degree in Science, biology/chemistry or related

disciplines. Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experiences in tertiary institutions, or postgraduate

qualifications in subject discipline, education, or equivalent.

SCI S410 Research Project in Applied Science (10 credits; 2 semesters)

Course coordinator: Dr. C W Chan (Tel: 2768 6813)

SCI S410 is a core course for students pursuing the BSc Applied Science (Biology and Chemistry) and possibly an

elective course for programmes in other Applied Science Streams. This is an intensive research and investigation

oriented course in Applied Science Programmes. Students have to applied all the knowledge and skills acquired in the

second and third level courses and draw up a plan to investigate a scientific or technical problems in a manner that usually practised in the academic community.

Because of the very academic nature, only a small population of students finished all compulsory courses can be

admitted. Students enrolled on SCI S410 will be working with at least one faculty member from the School of Science

and Technology and tutor. This feature has a lot in common with conventional universities, where final year students often work alongside academic individuals.

The expected learning outcome of this course may be summarized as follows:

Student able to select a set of objectives and appropriate methodology,

To apply and integrate the knowledge from the Applied Science Programme,

To demonstrate skills in planning, managing and scheduling various tasks required for problem solving,

To demonstrate skills in producing a well structured written account of the techniques, methods and findings

in an academic paper.

Tutors will be required to actively support the followings:

Tutorials and surgeries

There are 20 tutorials and surgeries throughout the course.

Laboratory classes

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Regular laboratory sessions will be arranged during the course where you will supervise students through the experiments related to the course content.

Assessment

Three tutor-marked assignments are designed in the course, namely initial report, interim report and the final report. You are expected to give constructive feedbacks to support students’ development of learning outcomes.

Online support

This course is supported by the Online Learning Environment (OLE). You can find the latest course information from

the OU Homepage. Through the OLE, you can communicate electronically with your students and the Course

Coordinator. To access the OLE, students will need to have access to the Internet.

ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES AND SAFETY SCIENCE

ENVR S237 Environmental Control and Public Health (10 credits; 2 semesters)

Course Coordinator: Dr Y H Yau (Tel: 2768 6827)

ENVR S237 is compulsory for students who intend to follow the degree programme in Environmental Studies. It

provides students with a basic understanding of our natural resources (land, air and water) and related environmental

problems. Besides, ENVR S237 is complementary to many areas of study in science and technology, such as

engineering, environmental and urban management, resource planning, natural resources and environmental health.

The course first deals with natural cycles. Units on epidemiology describes the use of this subject in assessing the

possible effect of environmental pollution on health. The study of pollution chemistry is necessary for laboratory work

and for an understanding of water and air pollution. Units on air pollution include the monitoring of pollutants, health

and environmental effects, and methods of control, with reference to relevant legislation. The course further discusses

water supply, pollution and pollution control. Units on noise pollution include monitoring of the health and

environmental effects and methods of control, with reference to relevant legislation. The problems and methods of

management (collection, disposal, reclamation) of domestic, hazardous wastes and the management of radioactive

wastes are also discussed.

Tutors will be required to grade and comment on 4 written assignments (TMAs) and to answer queries concerning the 4

multiple choice assignments (CMAs).

Tutors are expected to conduct tutorial classes and answer questions via internet. Also they will attend surgeries on a

rota basis.

Laboratory classes are supervised by tutors. The laboratory classes are held either in the evenings or on

Saturdays/Sundays.

A higher degree in either environmental science or chemical engineering discipline. Preference will be given to those

working professionals in environmental or related field. Teaching experiences in tertiary institutions, or postgraduate

qualifications in subject discipline, education, or equivalent area would be an advantage.

ENVR S341 Environmental Legislation and Management (10 credits; 2 semesters)

Course Coordinator: Mr Allen Wan (Tel: 2768 6844; email: [email protected])

ENVR S341 is a higher level course for the Bachelor of Science (honours) degree in Environmental Studies. The

course aims to

1. provide learners with a comprehensive knowledge on the structure and operation of the environmental

law system, particularly those of Hong Kong and Mainland China, and

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2. allow learners to analysis how both private and public sectors can contribute to environmental

sustainability by adopting international best practices, environmental management system, green label

and audit systems.

Although the contents of the course are mainly focused on Hong Kong and the Pearl River Delta, comparisons will be

made with oversea countries to allow learners to apply their theoretical knowledge to the real world.

The course comprises mainly of ten self-study units, which are developed by a team of experts appointed by the Open

University of Hong Kong. Each study unit contains core subject matter which ties in with the unit's objectives as well

as relevant readings and self-diagnostic exercises. In addition, supplementary readings and a comprehensive course

guide will be provided to all tutors and students. Online (Webct) support will be given to students and tutors.

The course will cover specific areas of:

Introduction of Environmental Management - general background & history

Legal Framework in Hong Kong – Civil law and criminal law

Environmental Legislation –conservation and environmental impact assessment legislations, pollution control

ordinances and regulations; environmental quality objectives and technical Memorandums

Control of Pollution Case Studies - issue of licences / exemptions, setting of standards, compliance surveillance,

prosecution and sentencing, integrated pollution control

Prevention: auditing and EIA monitoring

Environmental Management Systems and Future Treads - background and development of environmental

management system, principles of Environmental Management System (EMS), ISO 14000 environmental

management series, comparison of ISO9001:2008, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001, green business and EMS

Application and Implementation of EMS and EMS Auditing - establishing an EMS in an organization, EMS

development in HK, PRC and Asia, successful examples of developing and implementing EMS, EMS audit and

continuous improvement

Life Cycle Analysis and Eco-Labels - background and development of LCA and Eco-labels, trend for global

sustainability

Sustainable Development - integration of the environmental management with respect to legal requirements,

issues and advantages, challenges ahead

There are five Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) for the course. The first four TMAs deal with one of the core issues

of environmental law and management. The last assignment relates to an individual project conducted by students.

Tutors are required to mark assignments and to provide guidance to students during the design, operation and reporting

stages of project.

Each tutor will be assigned a group of about thirty students. There are about ten 2-hour tutorials and eight 2-hour

surgeries throughout the course. Tutor is also required to attend dayschools on either Sunday, Saturday afternoon or

weekday evenings. In addition, tutor must set aside couple of hours a week to give tuition counseling on phone-in

queries.

Applicants must have at least a higher degree in Environmental Science, Engineering or related discipline. Those with

practical experiences in environmental management and legislation are preferable.

ENVR S403 Applications of Biology and Chemistry in Environmental Studies

(10 credits; 2 semesters)

Course Coordinator: Dr. Steven Xu (Tel: 2768 6877; email: [email protected])

This course aims to develop students’ knowledge and skills in applied biology, chemistry for applications in

environmental science and technology. After studying this course, students will be able to design environmental

control devices and monitoring strategies on the basis of the principles in biology, chemistry and environmental studies;

design and operate of models for accurate predictions of environmental impacts on the basis of their applied science

knowledge and skills. Working examples are used extensively to illustrate the applications of principles to practical

situations.

Topics and study areas will include:

Waste management

Water and wastewater treatment

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Air pollution control and modeling

Noise and vibration models and control

Design concepts of various types of environmental control and monitoring devices

There will be a total of five tutor-marked assignments (TMAs) spread throughout the course. TMA1 to TMA4 relate to

the course contents, whereas TMA5 is the final report of a mini project of individual student. Tutors shall provide

guidance and supervision to the design and conduction of projects.

The course will contain at least three compulsory dayschools (3 hours each). Various field visits would also be

arranged to allow students to get hands-on experiences in environmental engineering and design.

Tutors should have an honours degree in relevant disciplines. Preference will be given to those with a higher degree

and working experience in environmental science and technology. Teaching experience is also desirable although not

essential.

ENVR S410 Environmental Project (20 credits; 2 semesters)

Course Coordinator: Dr Y H Yau (Tel: 2768 6827)

This is a higher-level course aims to enhance students' independent ability in carrying out an environmental research

project. After studying this course, students will be able to analyse and integrate facts and ideas in the context of

problem solving and drawing conclusions in a research exercise of relevance to the environmental professions.

Students will be part of a tutor group of approximately five peers and work under the supervision of a tutor and or

university professor. The final selection of investigation / research topics will depend on such factors as student’s own

interest, supervisors specialisms, lab facilities and practicalities of obtaining results within the academic year.

The course is an optional subject for BSc(Hons) students. Students must accumulate at least 120 credits in the

Environmental Studies Programme before taking this course. This course does not have Study Units or set textbooks.

There are however three Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs), a student oral presentation and, a final oral examination

where necessary. These three TMAs are structured so that they guide a student through three stages of the project,

which approximates a BSc Hons thesis in style and scope.

The tutor is required to supervise student at the tutorial. In addition, he / she will need to set aside couple of hours a

week to give advice on phone-in queries e-mail exchanges and to mark the TMAs.

Applicants must have at least higher degree in Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering or related Engineering

disciplines. Experience in carrying out and supervising environmental research projects are highly desirable.

Applicants will also be asked to provide a list of two or three possible projects.

E-learning Course 網上學習科目 ENVR S882CW 公、私營機構的環境管冶（五學分；一學期）

學科主任：何建宗教授（電話：2768 6800）

本課程以環境管理理論為基礎依據，系統地論述在可持續發展框架下，政府、公有機構和私營企業的環境管

治，深入分析多種管治職責的異同。透過分析和介紹國內、外政府與企業環境管理的政策與法規，重點地去分

析現代環境管治的發展趨勢，並以案例分析，讓學生發展環境倫理觀，提升應對環境與社會發展挑戰的能力。

內容

• 公眾管治與環境管治的理論

• 企業社會責任和企業環境責任

• 環境管治、企業社會與環境責任的例案研究與工具

本課程公為兩部份

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第一部分：政府等公有機構和私營企業的環境管治（單元 1-3）

以個人和小組為單位，以環境問題為主線，使學生通過課堂教學、網路學習和社會實踐，掌握環境公共政策制

定及案例分析，明確環境管治的職責與分工。

第二部分：政府、工商企業和公眾參與環境管制案例研究（單元 4-5）

以小組為單位，使學生通過課堂教學、網路學習、科學前沿資料分析和研究報告成果展示，去探求環境管治的

途徑和方案優化，掌握並靈活運用理論與使用工具，使學生創新能力和環境領導力得到全面的提升。

成績評核

本科成績的評核，以一次三小時考試、一個項目研究，三份平常習作(只計算最高分之兩份)及一次紉網絡小測

驗。

網上討論

為鼓勵學員參與網上討論和小組研究，取得更佳學習效果，本科要求學員參與網上討論和小組研究，積極與

導師和其他學員開展互動學習。網上討論主要以普通話進行。

本課程的導師須持有相關的碩士(或以上)學位及工作經驗，具良好中文書寫能力，懂中文輸入法及對網上教學

平台有基本認識。導師如具備電子教學平台操作經驗可獲優先考慮。

ENVR S883CW 環境管理與決策（五學分；一學期）

學科主任：邱耀雄博士（電話：2768 6827）

本課程深入分析政府、企業和公司在實施綠色管理、環境管理系統和環境審計時的理論與實踐。以具全球視野

地制定、實施及批判性審視公司、企業和政府綠色管理的原則和方針。透過開展和協調對環境科學、技術和環

境管理的研究，並將成果應用於實際的環境管理中。

內容

• 企業全球化與當代環境職份

• 綠色企業、綠色管理與綠色審核

• 從綠色管理看決策的模式和工具

• 當代的綠色型企業和綠色企業家

• 在政府、企業和機關中實踐綠色管理的例案研究

本課程分為兩部份

第一部分：企業全球化和綠色管理與決策的模式和工具（單元 1-3）

以個人和小組為單位，以綠色企業為主線，使學生通過課堂教學、網路學習和企業實務，掌握綠色管理及決策

技考，應用適當的決策模式和工具。

第二部分：政府、工商企業和公眾參與綠色管理的案例研究（單元 4-5）

以小組為單位，使學生通過課堂教學、網路學習、科學前沿資料分析和案例研究報告，去探求綠色企業的管

理方法，掌握在決策過程中，採用適當的工具和模型來解決環境衝突。

成績評核

本科成績的評核，以一次三小時考試、一個項目研究，三份平常習作(只計算最高分之兩份)及一次紉網絡小測

驗。

網上討論

為鼓勵學員參與網上討論和小組研究，取得更佳學習效果，本科要求學員參與網上討論和小組研究，積極與導

師和其他學員開展互動學習。網上討論主要以普通話進行。

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本課程的導師須持有相關的碩士(或以上)學位及工作經驗，具良好中文書寫能力，懂中文輸入法及對網上教學

平台有基本認識。導師如具備電子教學平台操作經驗可獲優先考慮。

NURSING

BACHELOR OF NURSING PROGRAMME

NURS S301 Comparative Studies in Health (10 credits; 2 semesters)

Course Coordinator: Dr. Mimi Tiu (Tel: 2768 6831)

This course aims to increase nurses' awareness of the ways and extent how health beliefs, health practices and health

statuses are affected by the society in which people live. The course discusses and examines the following topics:

cultural diversity in health beliefs and behaviours

social meanings of health and illness

health beliefs and health seeking behaviours

clinical and social epidemiology

political economy of health

ethics in the context of health

comparative health studies and nursing

There are four tutor-marked assignments in this course. Tutors are expected to mark the assignments and to hold regular

tutorials of two hours every month throughout the course.

Applicants must have at least an honours in relevant discipline, such as nursing, sociology, social sciences or health

sciences. Working experience in health care will be a distinct advantage.

NURS S305 Health Assessment and Primary Health Care (10 credits; 2 semesters)

Course Coordinator: Ms. Baljit Kaur (Tel: 2768 6820)

The aims of this course are: to improve nurses' knowledge and skills in all aspects of health assessment; to enhance

nurses' understanding of the philosophy, concepts and implementation of primary health care. The course will discuss

and explore the following topics:

concept and nature of health assessment

physical and psychosocial assessment

physical examination

fundamentals of primary health care

primary health care and community

primary health care and nursing practice

international perspective of primary health care

There will be about 35 students in a tutorial group. Tutors are expected to mark four tutor-marked assignments for every

student and to hold regular tutorials of two hours every month for the duration of the course.

Applicants must have at least an honours degree in relevant disciplines, such as nursing, public health or health sciences.

Working experience in the health sector will be a distinct advantage.

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HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NURSING PROGRAMME

NURS S101C 基礎生命科學 ﹙十學分；一學年課程﹚

學科主任：談振偉博士﹙電話：2768 6887﹚

林運財先生﹙電話：2768 6758﹚

本科是護理學高級文憑課程和精神健康護理學高級文憑課程的基礎程度必修科目，以中文教學為

主。本科旨在幫助學生了解人體的基本解剖和生理，從而明白疾病的成因和症狀，並能加以掌握，

應用於實際病人護理當中。另外，本科亦會提高學生對微生物學的認識，幫助學生明白導致院內感

染的因素，繼而作出預防。

內容

本科包括以下內容：

人體的介紹

循環系統

呼吸系統

神經系統和特覺器官

消化系統

泌尿系統

肌肉及骨骼系統

內分泌系統

生殖系統

免疫系統與微生物學

輔學服務

本科設有七十八小時的輔學，其中包括二十四小時的導修課、十二小時的日間課堂、十八小時的實

驗室實習課和二十四小時的補習課。導師需要參與以上的輔學服務以及學生電話輔導。

成績評核

本科學生須呈交四份由導師評改的作業。另外，學生亦須在學期完結時參加一個三小時的期終考

試。導師有責任批改作業，輔導學生編寫作業以及在學期終結前為學生提供總結溫習。

申請資格

本科導師須最少具備護理或相關學科的榮譽學士資歷，具有高等學位或相關工作經驗的申請人將獲

優先考慮。

NURS S112C 兒童及成人護理學 (一 ) ﹙十學分﹔一學年課程﹚

學科主任：李美娟女士﹙電話：2768 6805﹚

NURS S112C 兒童及成人護理學 (一 )是護理學高級文憑課程中一個基礎程度必修科目。以中文教學

為主。此科目尤為適合新生修讀，建議學生在修讀其他中級和高級程度科目之前，先選修此科。

學員修讀本科時須一同修讀 NURS S101C 基礎生命科學。

目標

本科旨在幫助學員加強對臨床內外科護理的認識和了解，從而明白完整護理過程的模式；並能加以

掌握及應用於護理不同功能障礙人士當中。另外，本科亦會透過不同的輔學服務提高學員的臨床護

理技巧及操作水平。

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內容

本科共有十個修讀單元，各修讀單元的主要內容臚列如下：

護理過程概論

健康評估導論

接受外科手術人士的護理

急症病患者的護理

癌症患者、瀕死人士的護理

皮膚系統功能障礙人士的護理

心臟血管、周圍血管功能障礙人士的護理

呼吸功能障礙人士的護理

神經功能障礙人士的護理

血液和造血器官功能障礙人士的護理

輔學服務

本科設有導修課 (24 小時 )，日間課堂 (12 小時 )，實驗室實習課 (18 小時 )及補習課 (24 小時 )等輔學

服務合共七十八小時。

成績評核

本科成績的評核，是以四份導師評改作業和一次三小時的期終考試為標準。導師有責任批改作

業，輔導學生編寫作業及在學期終結前為學生提供總結溫習。

申請資格

本科導師須最少具備護理學或相關學科的榮譽學士資歷，具有高等學位或相關工作經驗的申請人將

獲優先考慮。

NURS S114C 治療性精神護理學 (一 ) ﹙十學分；一學年課程﹚

學科主任：曾日坤先生﹙電話：2768 6819﹚

NURS S114C 治療性精神護理學 (一 )是精神健康護理學高級文憑課程中的一個必修科目。修讀時間

為兩個學期，學分值為十學分，以中文教學為主。

目標：

本科旨在：

- 幫助學員加強對臨床精神護理的認識和了解，從而明白整個護理過程的模式，並能掌握和應用

於護理不同精神障礙的人士；

- 向學員提供基礎的精神障礙療法和醫藥知識。

- 通過不同的輔助學習活動，提高學員的臨床護理技巧及操作水平。

內容：

本科共有十個修讀單元。各修讀單元的主要內容臚列如下：

護理程序概論

健康評估導論

精神護理的取向與實務

精神護理的治療性溝通

精神護理的基礎治療護理

學習障礙的治療護理

成年人精神障礙的治療護理

兒童及青少年精神障礙的治療護理

輔學服務：

本科安排五十八小時的輔學活動，其中包括二十四小時導修課、十小時日間課堂及二十四小時補習

課。

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成績評核：

本科成績的評核，是以四份導師評改作業及一次三小時的期終考試為標準。導師亦有責任輔導學生

編寫作業及在學期終結前為學生提供總結溫習。

申請資格：

本科導師須最少具備護理學榮譽學士學位，主修護理學或相關科目。申請者並須具臨床精神科護理

經驗。持有高等學位者將獲優先考慮。

NURS S208C 健康促進 ﹙五學分；一學期課程﹚

學科主任：林淸先生﹙電話：2768 6826﹚

本科是一個介紹健康概念和促進健康方法的科目，是護理學高級文憑課程的中級程度必修科目，以

中文教學為主。本科旨在提高學生對健康的了解和幫助學生分析影響健康行為的因素。另外，本科

亦會指導學生如何策劃、執行和評價健康促進活動。

內容


認識健康和健康促進

健康相關行為

健康需求的確定

健康促進計劃的設計

健康促進計劃的執行及評價

輔學服務

本科設有三十小時的輔學，其中包括十小時的導修課、八小時的日間課堂和十二小時的補習課。導

師需要參與以上的輔學服務以及為學生提供電話輔導。

成績評核

本科學生須呈交三份由導師評改的作業。另外，學生亦須在學期完結時參加一個三小時的期終考

試。導師有責任批改作業，輔導學生編寫作業和在學期終結前為學生提供總溫習。

申請資格


優先考慮。

NURS S212C 兒童及成人護理學（二） ﹙十學分；一學年課程﹚

學科主任：梁仲賢女士 ﹙電話：2768 6875﹚

NURS S212C 兒童及成人護理學（二）是護理學高級文憑課程中一個中級程度必修的科目。以中

文教學為主 • 此科目是 NURS S112C 的延續，建議學生在修讀此科目之前，先選修 NURS

S112C。

目標

本科旨在幫助學員加強對臨床內外科護理的認識和了解，從而明白完整護理過程的模式：並能加以

掌握及應用於護理不同功能障礙人士當中•另外，本科亦會透過不同的輔學服務提高學員的臨床護

理技巧及操作水平。

內容

本科共有十個修讀單元。各修讀單元的主要內容臚列如下：

傳染病患者的護理。

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免疫功能障礙人士的護理。

內分泌與代謝功能障礙人士的護理。

泌尿、生殖系統功能障礙人士的護理。

消化道、肝臟、膽道和胰臟功能障礙人士的護理。

骨骼、肌肉、關節功能障礙人士的護理。

眼、耳、鼻、喉功能障礙人士的護理。

產科護理導論。

兒科護理導論。

臨床管理學導論。

輔學服務

本科設有導修課 (24 小時 )、日間課堂（12 小時）、實驗室實習課（18 小時）及補習課（24 小時）

等輔學服務合共七十八小時。

成績評核

本科成績的評核，是以四份導師評改作業和一次三小時的期終考試為標準。導師有責任批改作

業，輔導學生編寫作業及在學期終結前為學生提供總結溫習。

申請資格

本科導師須最少具備護理學或相關學科的榮譽學士資歷，具有高等學位或相關工作經驗的申請人將

獲優先考慮。

NURS S300C 護理專業透視 ﹙十學分；一學年課程﹚

學科主任：黃嘉寶女士﹙電話：2768 6853﹚

本科是護理學高級文憑課程和精神健康高級文憑課程的高級程度必修科目，以中文教學為主。本科

旨在幫助學員認識護理專業的意義，並探討一些和護理專業有關的課題。

內容


護理專業

護理倫理學

護理與法律

醫療與資訊科技

醫療政策

護理理論

護理研究

護理行政管理

護理發展新趨勢

中醫護理與補充和替代醫學

輔學服務

本科設有五十二小時的輔學，其中包括二十小時的導修課、八小時的日間課堂和二十四小時的補習

課。導師需要參與以上的輔學服務以及為學生提供電話輔導。

成績評核

本科學生須呈交四份由導師評改的作業。另外，學生亦須在學期完結時參加一個三小時的期終考

試。導師有責任批改作業，輔導學生編寫作業，以及在學期終結前為學生提供總結溫習。

申請資格


優先考慮。

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