Written specifically for engineering students, this handbook is packed with practical guidance on conducting projects and writing clear and coherent reports. It takes students step-by-step through the key stages in a project, from identifying the problem and analysing its causes to defining solution requirements and developing and implementing solutions. It also provides guidance on other important aspects of project work, such as communicating with industrial partners and presenting their report. Chapters feature a wealth of examples and top tips to help students apply concepts to their own projects.This will be an essential companion for engineering students of all disciplines who are undertaking a group or individual project or report.
Introduction 1. Projects in Engineering PART I: THE PROJECT PROCESS 2. The First Phase of a Project 3. Problem Statements in Engineering Projects 4. Literature, Knowledge and Expertise in Engineering Projects 5. Project Methodology and Planning 6. Collecting and Analysing Data 7. Designing the Project's Solution 8. Testing and Implementing the Solution PART II: COLLABORATION, SUPERVISION AND STAKEHOLDERS 9. Collaboration, Communication and Supervision 10. Cooperating with Industrial Partners 11. Managing Stakeholders PART III: THE PROJECT REPORT 12. The Project Report Structure and Content 13. Communicating Professionally and Clearly PART IV: THE PROJECT EXAM 14. Examination of Engineering Projects 15. Getting Top Marks from External Examiners PART V: ENGINEERING RESEARCH PROJECTS 16. The Nature and Requirements of Engineering Research Projects.
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