ENG08016 2013 Project Thesis 402
Full Title
Project Thesis 402
Transcript Title
Project Thesis 402
Code
ENG08016
Attendance
75 %
Subject Area
ENG - Engineering
Department
MENG - Mech. and Electronic Eng.
Level
08 - Level 8
Credit
10 - 10 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2013 - Full Academic Year 2013-14
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Molua Donohoe, Declan Sheridan, Tom OCallaghan, David Mulligan, Sean Dalton
Programme Membership
SG_EMECL_K08 201300 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering
SG_EPOLY_K08 201800 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Engineering in Polymer Processing
SG_EPOLY_K08 201900 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Polymer Processing
SG_EPOLP_K08 202200 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Polymer Process Engineering
SG_EPOLY_K08 202200 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Polymer Process Engineering
SG_EPOLZ_K08 202400 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Polymer Process Engineering
Description
The thesis is where the student brings together their analytical skills developed throughout the duration of their studies to research / investigate / analyse a specified technical area. The student must demonstrate the ability to carry out a detailed investigation, document the findings clearly and perform the task within the allotted timeframe.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Define clearly the objective of the chosen area of investigation.
2.
Carry out research using library, and internet sources to establish current knowledge in field.
3.
Carry out research using library, and internet sources to establish current knowledge in field.
4.
Carry out a detailed technical investigation using relevant analysis tools and/or equipment.
5.
Carry out the investigation within the allocated timeframe.
6.
Document the work done in a coherent and professional manner.
Module Assessment Strategies
Subdivision of marks
Definition of objective / Initial Research 15%
Concept/Theme development 15%
Project implementation / analysis 40%
Quality of report writing/presentation 15%
Oral Presentation 10%
Projects may be one of the following types:
* Mechanical Analysis type project:- Experimental
* Mechanical Design type project:- Design a product / devise
* Software development type project:- CAD customisation
* Manufacturing:- analysis fo manufacturing processes
* Energy:- renewable energy
Seminars to be provided in the areas of: Technical writing, Plagiarism, effective use of Word / Excel tools, relevant to thesis. Referencing
Supervision to be drawn from lecturers who currently teach the students
Supervision to be evenly distributed between supervisors 4 - 6 students per supervisor (maximum 6).
The thesis document will be evaluated independantly by first (supervisor) and second readers. A meeting will then be convened involving all supervisors and second readers to discuss and agree a final mark for each student.
Indicative Syllabus
Definition of project: Project selection, definition and refining of the project objective, formulation of project plan.
Research: Carry out research using a variety of sources to establish general background / industry context for project. Carry out literature review using library and various sources for technical papers to establish the current knowledge in the field.
Implementation: Carry out detail technical study / investigation using relevant analysis / simulation and physical experimentation. Critically evaluate results.
Documentation: Document the project in a detailed technical report. Draw precise conclusions from the work carried out and make recommendations for further work based on the findings of the current project.
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework & Continuous Assessment
100 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Written Report Thesis | Coursework Assessment | UNKNOWN | 100 % | End of Term | 1,2,3,4,5,6 |
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
Technical Report Writing Today by Daniel Riordan
Designing Technical Reports: Writing for Audiences in Organizations by John C. Mathes
Other Resources
Access to the following facilities will required for Fabricaion / Exprerimental works on a project by project basis.
Engineering workshop, Engineering Science lab, Materials lab, Fluid lab.
Additional Information
None