The aim of this module is for the student to develop a solution to a problem that is presented to them that meets specified objectives. The Project will bring together a wide range of technical skills such as; mechanics, mathematics, materials, manufacturing technology, automation and computer programming. It is also required that students provide a creative, high quality solution and compare their final project against initially stated specifications, aims and objectives. The students are to develop 3D CAD solid models, and 2D engineering drawings to represent their project solutions.
Project Seminar: What is expected, what is expected and a rough timeline.
Personal effectiveness and project planning: Beginning research, managing research, time management and preparing a scope document and project plan.
Research & Design: An investigation of the problem posed. Design development Development of concept designs, detailed design, ordering of materials.
Solution development: Implementing the solution, creating solid models & 2D drawings of project solution,
Evaluation: Testing, results and conclusions
Personal effectiveness: Report writing, engineering drawing and presentation skills. Presentations, posters and project show
Communication of the project aims, methodology and results
