Professional Engineer Competency Units and Elements

This document provides a summary of the competency units and elements for a professional engineer. It includes information on the application of knowledge and skills, conceptual understanding, in-depth knowledge, discernment of knowledge, and more.

PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER
Summary Statement
These are the competency Units and Elements.
Competency Element A brief summary of how you have
applied the element
Paragraph number in
the career episode(s)
where the element is
addressed
PE1 KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL BASE
PE1.1 Comprehensive, theory-
based understanding of the
underpinning natural and
physical sciences and the
engineering fundamentals
applicable to the engineering
discipline
I applied approach of the relation that
is shared between the subarrays and
the overall array factors.
I analysed array-factor for any planar
sub-array of the 2x2 (4 elements)
through the application of the Mat-
lab software
I developed the spectrum access
technique which utilizes both spatial
and temporal spectrum opportunities
Career Episode 1: CE
1.2.1, CE 1.3.1 and CE
1.3.2
Career Episode 2: CE
2.3.1 and CE 2.3.3
Career Episode 3: CE
3.2.1, CE 3.3.1 and CE
3.3.2

PE1.2 Conceptual
understanding of the
mathematics,
numerical analysis,
statistics and
computer and
information sciences
which underpin the
engineering discipline
I used the Q-switched Erbium-doped fiber laser
(EDFLs) using 2Dnano materials including WS2
(Tungsten disulphide) and MoS2 (Molybdenum
Disulphide).
I also used the CST computer Simulation
Technology for simulating the similar patch
antenna arrays for validation
I compared and analyzed the performance of the
spectrum developed using these techniques
separately.
Career Episode 1: CE
1.3.1
Career Episode 2: CE
2.3.2, CE 2.3.3 and CE
2.3.4
Career Episode 3: CE
3.3.2
PE1.3 In-depth
understanding of
specialist bodies of
knowledge within the
engineering discipline
I developed a MATLAB code was developed
with the objective of simulation and even to
observe radiation pattern.
I set the objective considering feasible mapping
and delivery of the project
I mathematically modeled the proposed schemes
and implemented the simulation in the MATLAB.
Career Episode 1: CE
1.3.1
Career Episode 2: CE
2.3.1, CE 2.3.4, CE
2.2.5 and CE 2.4
Career Episode 3: CE
3.3.1, CE 3.3.3
PE1.4 Discernment of
knowledge
development and
research directions
within the engineering
discipline
I was solely responsible for the delivery of the
entire project and so, my responsibility was to
make sure that the scopes and objectives being
developed are feasible for the successful delivery
of the project.
I performed theoretical analysis using secondary
data analysis based on the literature review.
I was successful in establishing the scope and
objectives of the project those were strictly
Career Episode 1: CE
1.2.5, CE 1.3.1 and CE
1.4.2
Career Episode 2: CE
2.3.2, CE 2.3.4 and CE
2.4
Career Episode 3: CE
3.3.2, CE 3.3.3 and CE

followed for meeting the final results of the
project.
3.4.1
PE1.5 Knowledge of
contextual factors
impacting the
engineering discipline
I adopted the MATLAB as the process because
MATLAB is one of the most reliable tools that
assists in mathematical calculation and simulation
process.
I performed Matlab calculations for the analysis
of the sub-arrayed planar arrays.
I also developed a feasible methodology that I
followed till the end of my research and gained
positive outcome through reaching at the
conclusion.
Career Episode 1: CE
1.2.3
Career Episode 2: CE
2.2.1, CE 2.2.2
Career Episode 3: CE
3.2.1, CE 3.2.3
PE1.6 Understanding
of the scope,
principles, norms,
accountabilities and
bounds of
contemporary
engineering practice
in the specific
discipline
I delivered the experiment in the laboratory where
the setup of the laser ring cavity was established
I also proposed the mathematical modelling of the
large arrays. Simulation of the rectangular patch
array antennas and derived the simulation results
of the array antenna based on different elements
ranging between 1 to 64 elements.
I also analysed the search radar noise li9mioted
model and determined the minimum required
SNR.
Career Episode 1: CE
1.2.3, CE 1.3.3, CE
1.3.4 and CE 1.3.2
Career Episode 2: CE
2.2.3, CE 2.3.1 and CE
2.3.2
Career Episode 3: CE
3.2.3, CE 3.3.1 and CE
3.3.2
PE2 ENGINEERING APPLICATION ABILITY
PE2.1 Application of
established
engineering methods
to complex
engineering problem
solving
I used the Pump power of ranging between the
0mA to 290mA and pumped through
980/1550nm using the technique of wavelength
division multiplexing.
I mathematically modeled the proposed schemes
Career Episode 1: CE
1.2.4, CE 1.3.1 and CE
1.4.2
Career Episode 2: CE

and implemented the simulation in the MATLAB
for getting at the final results suitable for the
research.
I moved towards the analysis of the interreference
limited radar including then multiple secondary
user and single secondary user.
2.3.3, CE 2.3.4 and CE
2.4
Career Episode 3: CE
3.3.1, CE 3.3.2 and CE
3.4.2
PE2.2 Fluent
application of
engineering
techniques, tools and
resources
For WDM and EDF, I operated it at 1550nm that
is C-band and kept the length of the EDF at 2.8m
respectively.
I combined the technique of the dynamic
frequency selection and energy detector-based
sensing scheme with database scheme for
analyzing the different antenna models and their
efficiency of working.
I was responsible for establishing regular
communication with the supervisor and co
supervisor for assuring that the project moves in a
single direction.
Career Episode 1: CE
1.3.3, CE 1.3.2 and CE
1.3.1
Career Episode 2: CE
2.3.1, CE 2.3.2 and CE
2.3.3
Career Episode 3: CE
3.3.1, CE 3.3.2 and CE
3.3.3
PE2.3 Application of
systematic
engineering synthesis
and design processes
I performed the processes to ensure the reliability
of outcome as well as to gain a high level of
knowledge on the subject to ensure the success of
the project.
I operated different channel model considering
the noise as the major impacting factor and
successfully calculated the energy under different
channels.
I considered, the cost of the project as a major
aspect considering its mass application among the
targeted customers and hence, I managed to keep
Career Episode 1: CE
1.2.3, CE 1.3.1 and CE
1.3.2
Career Episode 2: CE
2.3.3 and CE 2.3.4
Career Episode 3: CE
3.2.5

the budget of the project low as much possible.
PE2.4 Application of
systematic
approaches to the
conduct and
management of
engineering projects
I set up the whole experimental setup
consisting of the various hardware
component as mentioned above.
I considered the literature and theoretical
experience for delivering the experiment,
simulation and analysing the results.
I analyzed the effect of the radar pulse signals of
high-power on the output of the Wi-Fi network.
Career Episode 1: CE
1.3.1 and CE 1.3.2
Career Episode 2: CE
2.2.3, CE 2.3.1, CE
2.3.2 and CE 2.3.3
Career Episode 3: CE
3.3.1 and CE 3.3.2
PE3 ENGINEERING APPLICATION ABILITY
PE3.1 Ethical conduct
and professional
accountability
I performed Raman spectroscopy on the
fabricated MoS2-SA for demonstrating the
Raman characteristic of the MoS2 sample
I used Microstrip Patch Antenna Parameter
Calculator for the automatic calculation of the
various parameters
I studied the performance of the detector for
different SNR values under AWGN.
Career Episode 1: CE
1.2.3, CE 1.3.3 and CE
1.4
Career Episode 2: CE
2.2.3, CE 2.3.5 and CE
2.4
Career Episode 3: CE
3.3.3, CE 3.4
PE3.2 Effective oral
and written
communication in
professional and lay
domains
I observed that the 𝐸2𝑔1mode because of the in-
plane motion red movespost the complete
exfoliation, that indicates that some of the layer
MoS2 with the thicknesses in range of 25 layers
had been positively fabricated
for validating the findings gained from the
MATLAB simulation, I used CST software
Career Episode 1: CE
1.2.3, CE 1.3.3 and CE
1.4
Career Episode 2: CE
2.2.3, CE 2.3.5 and CE
2.4

package for simulating the planar of patch
antennas for the validation.
I analyzed the detection performance under
fading channels such as Nakagami and Rayleigh.
Career Episode 3: CE
3.3.3, CE 3.4
PE3.3 Creative
innovative and
proactive demeanour
I investigated the MoS2-SA tape’s nonlinear
optical response property through the application
of the transmission technique.
I used MATLAB software in manner to
understand the properties of combining unit
arrays to build bigger arrays.
I used my theoretical knowledge gained during
my course and performed the various
mathematical calculations for calculating the
various parameters those were necessary for the
simulation and result finding.
Career Episode 1: CE
1.3, CE 1.4
Career Episode 2: CE
2.3.5, CE 2.4, CE 2.2.5
Career Episode 3: CE
3.2, CE 3.3
PE3.4 Professional
use and management
of information
I setup the EDFL Q-switch by utilising the
fabricated MoS2 based SA in addition to the
20:80 coupler considering 20% output and 80%
of the light laser preserves in laser ring cavity in
manner to oscillate.
I used CST software package for simulating the
planar of patch antennas for the validation.
I found the angle definitions
Career Episode 1: CE
1.2.3, CE 1.2.5, CE
1.4.2
Career Episode 2: CE
2.2.3, CE 2.2.5, CE 2.4
Career Episode 3: CE
3.2.3, CE 3.2.5, CE
3.4.2
PE3.5 Orderly
management of self,
and professional
I did similar experiments as mentioned in the
report file on two different samples that resulted
Career Episode 1: CE
1.4, CE 1.3.1 and CE

conduct
in two materials.
While simulating the arrays in the CST, I
considered the practical antenna effects ‘mutual
coupling between elements.’
I used these calculations and gained value for
developing the model of the radar antenna gain,
1.3.2
Career Episode 2: CE
2.4, CE 2.3.2, CE 2.3.3
and CE 2.3.4
Career Episode 3: CE
3.4.2, CE 3.3.1 and CE
3.3.2
PE3.6 Effective team
membership and team
leadership
I needed a multi meter that is able to measure
optical power and the wavelength semiconductor
lasers plusthe high power pumps,short
wavelength lasers, and fiber laser. So, I used the
Optical multi meter that is the only device that
can measure the expected constraints.
The reliability of the MATLAB simulation could
not be used as the final result for analysing the
arrays and hence, it was necessary to deliver the
same simulation using another software suite. I
used CST in addition to the MATLAB for
assuring that the derived results using it could be
compared to the simulation results gained from
the MATLAB.
I performed the simulation on the energy detector
that helped in identifying the parameters those are
capable of influencing the performance of this
detector.
Career Episode 1: CE
1.4
Career Episode 2: CE
2.4
Career Episode 3: CE
3.4.1 and CE 3.4.2