Part - A

TASKS:

It is expected that you search, explore, identify, digest and evaluate relevant information resources (using the suggested SEDSA methodology or similar) on a subject/topic outlined in the case study for the course this semester.

Prepare a short literature review report (4-5 pages excluding the reference list and annotated bibliography) based on your evaluation of the relevant resources (an example is provided). As part of your research of literature, you will compile an annotated bibliography (template available on Studydesk) prior to writing the literature review. The information resources expected in your reference list are:

- Textbooks and MEC3203 study materials
- Handbooks (at least 3; either hand-copy or online)
- Trade journals or magazines (identify and evaluate at least 3 references)
- Academic journals (identify and evaluate at least 10 references)
- Websites, Online videos or DVDs (identify and evaluate at least 10 references)

The evaluation should demonstrate a good level of critical thinking and a systematic evaluation of the literature. In-text citation and a reference list (based on Harvard style) are required.

TIP: It is recommended that you use some part of this assignment as a starting point to develop your literature review and preparatory work for Assignment 2 in the area of interest and in failure analysis and materials selection.

Part -B

Part A: Failure Analysis - Assessment Criteria
1. Demonstrate a sound knowledge base in the relevant topic;
2. Demonstrate the ability to delineate the problem in the case study;
3. Demonstrate the ability to analyse (and critique) the potential failure modes, and propose the likely cause of failure and a strong justification/argument to back the assertion;
4. Demonstrate the ability to propose rectification or prevention strategies;
5. Demonstrate the ability to professionally present your report (including in-text citation and referencing).

Part B: Materials Selection - Assessment Criteria
1. Demonstrate a sound knowledge base in material selection methodology;
2. Demonstrate the ability to delineate the engineering requirements of the materials;
3. Demonstrate the ability to systematically apply material selection methods;
4. Demonstrate the ability to propose the best material(s), and a strong justification/argument to back the recommendation(s);
5. Demonstrate the ability to professionally present your report (including in-text citation and referencing).

NOTE: It is inadequate to provide an answer like ‘very hard steel'. Be specific in your material selection, and always support it with evidence (such as figures or material selection charts from materials handbook). You can find most of the information resources from the textbook, USQ Library Online or relevant library databases such as ASM Online. Use Harvard referencing style; refer to USQ Library website for details. Limit the number of pages of your report submission to approx 30 pages excluding appendix.

Part C: Oral Interview - Assessment Criteria [% of the Part A and Part B]
1. Demonstrate a sound knowledge in relevant materials topics and the case study;
2. Explain the approaches and relevant findings in failure analysis and materials selection.

NOTE: Scheduled 15mins "face-to-face" interviews will be scheduled with individual students after submission of report to validate and confirm the learning outcomes. Zoom video-conferencing will be used for external students to facilitate the interview. Failure to participate in the interview could result in 0% being applied.

Attachment:- Case Study.rar