Module Code - Title:
ME4017
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PROJECT 1 MECHANICAL ENG
Year Last Offered:
2025/6
Hours Per Week:
Grading Type:
N
Prerequisite Modules:
Rationale and Purpose of the Module:
To enable the student to develop their ability to work on their own
To familiarize the student with the process of research, development and design.
To develop the students ability to write a detailed report
Syllabus:
Project Planning û Project Schedule, defined outcomes, Gantt Chart
Project Implementation û Use of Log Book, Project Meetings, Project Research
Interim Presentation û Written Report and Oral Presentation
Project Analysis û Application of acquired engineering skills to subject area
Project Reporting û author a substantial engineering technical report
Project Examination/Defence û Viva voce examination
Learning Outcomes:
Cognitive (Knowledge, Understanding, Application, Analysis, Evaluation, Synthesis)
Construct a project plan making best use of latest information technology
Classify an engineering project into work packages and identify resources required to complete work packages
Prepare a clear motivation and set of objectives for the project
Produce a critical review of previous work in the field
Develop a theoretical foundation and coherent justification for the methodology taken in the project
For Design based projects present clearly and critically evaluate different design concepts, and justify final choice through engineering analysis and/or prototype development
Convey through a formal presentation to a professional audience, the current project status and an implementation plan to meet stated objectives within remaining project timeframe
Prepare a concise engineering technical report on current project status, and implementation plan to meet stated objectives within remaining project timeframe
Affective (Attitudes and Values)
Present a project plan making best use of latest information technology
Psychomotor (Physical Skills)
N/A
How the Module will be Taught and what will be the Learning Experiences of the Students:
1 Meeting per week with project supervisor
Self Study
Research Findings Incorporated in to the Syllabus (If Relevant):
Research active supervisors link projects to their research area and bring their research supervision expertise to bear on the project
Prime Texts:
Young TM (2005)
Technical Writing A-Z
, ASME, NY, USA
Other Relevant Texts:
Programme(s) in which this Module is Offered:
Semester(s) Module is Offered:
Module Leader:
vanessa.egan@ul.ie