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Client: EMPACT
Project: Mars Lander/Rover
Date: 02/04/2017
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Drawing Package ............................................................................................................. Section 1


Design Specification ......................................................................................................... Section 2
Risk Management Plan .................................................................................................... Section 3
Tender Evaluation Criteria... Section 4
GANTT Chart and Unit Plan.... Section 5


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Drawing Package
Client: EMPACT
Project: Mars Lander/Rover
Date: 01/04/2017
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Main Orthogonal Views .............................................................................................. Drawing 1.1


Front View ................................................................................................................... Drawing 1.2
Top View ...................................................................................................................... Drawing 1.3
Side View..........................Drawing 1.4
Axel/Wheel Detailed View. Drawing 1.5
Axel Housing Section View..Drawing 1.6
3D Conceptual View #1.Drawing 2.1
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Design Specification
Client: EMPACT
Project: Mars Lander/Rover
Date: 01/04/2017
Revision: B

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Table of Contents
1.0 INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................. 1
2.0 PARTS LIST ......................................................................................................................... 1
2.1 PARTS LIST ...................................................................................................................................... 1
2.2 SUPPLIERS LIST ................................................................................................................................. 1
3.0 EQUIPMENT LIST ................................................................................................................ 2
3.1 PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT (P.P.E.) ....................................................................................... 2
3.2 TOOLS LIST ...................................................................................................................................... 3
4.0 CONSTRUCTION METHOD ...................................................................................................... 4
4.1 CONSTRUCTION OF THE WHEELS ......................................................................................................... 4
4.1.1 Quality Tolerances of Wheel Construction ............................................................................ 4
4.2 CONSTRUCTION OF THE MAIN BODY .................................................................................................... 4
4.2.9 Quality Tolerances of Main Body Construction ..................................................................... 5
4.3 CONSTRUCTION OF THE AXLES ............................................................................................................ 5
4.3.6 Quality Tolerances of Axles ................................................................................................... 5
4.4 FINAL ASSEMBLY .............................................................................................................................. 5
4.4.5 Quality Tolerances of the Mars Lander/Rover ...................................................................... 6
5.0 PRE-TEST .................................................................................................................................. 6

Figures List
Table 1: Parts List ..................................................................................................................... 1
Table 2: Suppliers List ............................................................................................................... 1
Table 3: Personal Protective Equipment Required .................................................................. 2
Table 4: Tools List ..................................................................................................................... 3

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1.0 Introduction
This document contains the specification to successfully construct the Mars Lander/Rover.
Based upon this specification, well trained craftsmen will be able to build this and meet the
standards set by the client, EMPACT.

2.0 Parts List


2.1 Parts List
Part Dimensions Part Material Number of Price Total
(DxLxT) (mm) Units Per Price
Required Unit ($) ($)
Body of Vehicle 75 x 370 x 1 Holman 1 2.80 2.80
Stormwater PVC
Pipe
Axle Housing 15 x 229 x 1 Holman Class 18 2 0.50 1.00
PVC Pipe
End Cap Axle 15 Holman PVC Cap 4 1.48 5.92
Housing
Wheels 120 x 30 Black EVA 75 4 3.90 15.60
High Density
Foam
Axle 8 x 297 Porta Tasmanian 2 0.51 1.02
Oak Wooden
Dowel
Grand Total 26.34
Table 1: Parts List

2.2 Suppliers List



Part Part Material Supplier Supplier Alternative
Body of Vehicle Holman Stormwater Bunnings Reece Plumbing
PVC Pipe
Axle Housing Holman Class 18 Bunnings Reece Plumbing
PVC Pipe
End Cap Axle Holman PVC Cap Bunnings Reece Plumbing
Housing
Wheels Black EVA 75 High Clark Rubber Foam Wholesaler
Density Foam
Axle Porta Tasmanian Bunnings Mitre 10
Oak Wooden Dowel
PVC Cement Protek PVC Priming Bunnings Reece Plumbing
Fluid and Cement
Table 2: Suppliers List

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3.0 Equipment List
3.1 Personal Protection Equipment (P.P.E.)
P.P.E. Use
Safety Glasses Always to be worn no exceptions
Cut Resistant Gloves To be worn when a utility knife is being
used, and when there are hot implements
being used
Ear Muffs To be used when noisy activities is taking
place.
Cut Resistant Gloves To be used when handling sharp
implements.
Rubber Gloves To be used when gluing the PVC pipe
Respirator To be used when gluing the PVC pipe
Table 3: Personal Protective Equipment Required

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3.2 Tools List
Required/ Use Reference (Located Alternative Tool
Recommended Tool in method)
Marker Pen Mark the rubber 4.1.2 4.3.1 White Paint Marker
sheet. 4.2.2 4.3.3
4.2.3
4.2.5
Compass Mark out wheels on 4.1.2 None
rubber sheet.
Ruler To help measure the 4.1.2 4.3.1 Tape Measure
compass accurately 4.2.5
Tape Measure To help mark the 4.2.2 Metre Ruler
specified length and 4.2.6
draw straight lines 4.3.1
Utility Knife Cut the rubber sheet 4.1.3 - Option 1 Drill Press
to make wheels
Drill Press To perform cutting 4.1.3 Option 2 Utility Knife
of material 4.2.7
Hole Saw To cut the wheels 4.1.3 None
15mm, 22mm, and to cut axle 4.2.7
120mm
Cordless Drill To make holes in the 4.1.4 Drill Press
centre of the wheels 4.3.5
Fine Tooth Saw To cut the PVC pipe 4.2.4 4.3.2 Metal Saw
to length 4.2.8
Wood Saw To cut the dowel 4.3.6 Fine Tooth Saw
Square Tool To mark ends of 4.2.5 Ruler
pipe evenly
80 Grit Sand Paper Sand the axles 4.3.7 Very Similar Grit
160 Grit Sand Paper Sand the pipe 4.2.8 Very Similar Grit
Vice Hold materials 4.2.1 None
securely 4.2.7
4.3.1
4.3.5
4.3.6
Drill Bits To drill into material 4.1.4 None
4mm,6mm,8mm
Table 4: Tools List

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4.0 Construction Method
Critical Information: 1) Safety glasses are to be worn at every step.
2) No alterations to the design without written
authorisation.
4.1 Construction of the Wheels

4.1.1) Lay out the high-density foam on a flat even surface.
4.1.2) Using a compass and a ruler, measure out the radius of the wheel the radius
is found in drawing 1.2. Place the compass needle at 0 on the ruler and the marker
point at the specified distance (Radius) on the ruler. Using the compass, draw 4
circles ensuring that there is a 2cm gap between each circle and the edge of the
high-density foam sheet. Ensure to check every circle drawn is the correct diameter.
4.1.3) There are two options for this step;
Option 1: Using a utility knife and cut resistant gloves, begin to cut the foam. Make
sure you take your time and ensure that the wheel is cut as round as possible.
Option 2: Using a drill press with ear-muffs, attach a hole saw to the drill press,
ensuring that the cutting blade diameter is the same diameter as in drawing 1.2 and
ensure that the drill bit is 6mm or less and cut the foam. Drill halfway through the
foam, slowly, to avoid heat building up. Flip the high-density foam sheet over and
finish cutting it until you end up with a wheel.
4.1.4) If the centre of the wheel does not have an 4mm diameter hole, use an 4mm
drill bit, to drill into it using a cordless drill. This is to create the correct diameter hole
for the friction fit to the axle. Make sure you do this to all four wheels ensuring that
the hole is perfectly perpendicular to the wheel.

4.1.1 Quality Tolerances of Wheel Construction
1) The wheels tread needs to be as smooth and as round as possible to ensure the model
travels in the intended direction and does not wobble while travelling.
2) The centre hole in the wheel needs to be as straight as possible, width wise, to ensure a
correct fit to the axle.

4.2 Construction of the Main Body

4.2.1) Place the PVC tube into a metal vice.
4.2 Please see detailed drawings 1.2 and 1.3 for the details for this build step.
4.2.2) Using a tape measure, measure out the length of the main body PVC pipe,
where the length can be found in drawing 1.3 and make a mark using a marker pen.
Turn the pipe over 180 and mark the same length on the underside of the pipe, to
your best ability.
4.2.3) Using a marker pen, join the two marked points around the pipe ensuring that
the line is as straight as possible. This will help with the cutting stage.
4.2.4) Using a fine tooth saw, begin to cut the pipe slowly and carefully, ensuring
that the edge is as smooth as possible while keeping your hands away from the saw
blade.
4.2.5) Using a ruler and a marker, to the best of your ability, draw two lines
perpendicular and opposite to each other along the length of the PVC pipe. This will
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be your guide to cutting the holes for the axle housing and the cargo holder, which
can be seen in drawing 1.2 and 1.6.
4.2.6) Using the tape measure, measure out the position of the axle housing on both
sides of the tube as well as measuring out the cargo holder section. The dimensions
for these can be found in drawing 1.2 and 1.3.
4.2.7) Using a drill press, safety glasses, and ear muffs, attach a hole saw (22mm
diameter) to the drill. Place the main body PVC pipe (75mm) into a vice, begin to drill
into the marked points, ensuring that you take your time making it as neat and as
accurate as possible.
4.2.8) Using a fine tooth saw, cut out the main cargo bay, ensuring that you stay in
between the specified dimensions. Use 160 grit sandpaper to neaten up the edges.
4.2.9 Quality Tolerances of Main Body Construction
1) The neatness of the design is a high priority; rough and jagged edges are unsafe and are
not permitted.
2) The axle holes need to be directly opposite each other as the model might become
lopsided which will affect the testing stage.

4.3 Construction of the Axles
4.3.1) Place the PVC tube into a vice. Using a marker and a ruler, measure out the
length of the axle using the pressure PVC pipe. Do this twice. Dimensions can be
found in drawing 1.3.
4.3.2) Using a fine tooth saw, cut the pressure PVC pipe, ensuring that it doesnt
bend while cutting it. Do this to get 2 lengths.
4.3.3) Use 320 grit sand paper to smooth off edges on the pipe and axle.
4.3.4) Using a marker pen, mark the centre of the pressure PVC caps.
4.3.5) Using a cordless drill and vice, place the cap into the vice and drill an 8mm
hole into the cap. Repeat this step for all four caps.
4.3.6) Using a tape measure, measure the wooden dowel to the specified length in
drawing 1.3 After marking 2 lengths, secure the dowel into a vice and use a wood
saw to cut the dowel.
4.3.7) Using 80 grit sand paper, smooth off the ends, if necessary.

4.3.6 Quality Tolerances of Axles
1) The axles must be as straight as possible as the model needs to travel smoothly down the
testing ramp.
2) The ends of the rods need to be as smooth as possible.

4.4 Final Assembly
4.4.1) Push the two prepared PVC pressure pipes through the main body ensuring
that they are properly centred.
4.4.2) Using the correct PPE apply PVC primer and PVC cement, glue the PVC
pressure pipe to the main PVC body. Then also glue the PVC pressure pipe caps on.
4.4.3) Push the prepared wooden dowels through the PVC pressure pipe, one per
pipe, ensuring both are centred.
4.4.4) Push the wheels onto the wooden dowel axles. They should remain in place
from friction fit. If they do not stay in place, use hot glue to glue them in place.
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4.4.5 Quality Tolerances of the Mars Lander/Rover
1) Ensure that the glued joints are neat and tidy.
2) If gluing of the wheels is required, ensure that the glue is spread evenly to prevent the
wheel from being unbalanced.
3) Ensure that any part that needs to be centred is centred properly.

5.0 Pre-Test

To successfully test this model you need to;
1) Test the model under the official conditions necessary.
1.1) Check for any damage and fix it accordingly.
1.2) Check that the wheels are still aligned in the forward and vertical direction.
1.3) Check that the axles housing has not moved this will only occur if the glue has
lost contact with the main body.
2) Test that the model runs in a straight line down the ramp and adjust if necessary.
3) Check that the wheels tread is as smooth and even as possible by running your hand
around each wheel, feeling for any imperfections and correct if necessary.


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Risk Management Plan

Client: EMPACT
Project: Mars Lander/Rover
Date: 01/04/2017
Revision: B

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Table of Contents
1.0 Introduction ............................................................................................................................ 1
2.0 Design Stage ........................................................................................................................... 2
3.0 Construction Stage ................................................................................................................. 3
4.0 Testing Stage ........................................................................................................................... 5

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1.0 Introduction
Throughout the project of designing, building and testing the mars/land rover there will be
many hazards and risks that have the potential to jeopardise the project or cause harm to people
involved. This Risk Management Plan will identify three main risks in all three stages of the project,
designing, building and testing. As well as identifying these risks there will also be mitigation
techniques that should be used to reduce the likelihood of these risks occurring.

The danger of a risk can be identified by combining the likelihood of the risk occurring as well as the
severity of the damaged caused by the risk. This can be seen in the table below showing the danger
of risks of different likelihoods and severities.

Likelihood or Consequence Severity


Frequency Low Minor Moderate Major Critical

Almost Certain High High Extreme Extreme Extreme

Likely Moderate High High Extreme Extreme

Possible Low Moderate High Extreme Extreme

Unlikely Low Low Moderate High Extreme

Rare Low Low Moderate High High

Table 1 - Risk Frequency/Severity table

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2.0 Design Stage
The design stage of the project deals with looking at the brief presented by the
clients and coming up with a design that suits their needs. This stage involves the
conceptual design as well as the drawing stages. Three main risks to the project have been
outlined in the table below as well as ways to reduce these risks.
Risk Likely Severity Mitigation Residual Risk
hood
Losing work Low High -Save work regularly Low. With
or drawings -Make regular backups of work many backups
due to device onto multiple hard drives or of all work the
failure computers risk of losing it
-Save work onto a cloud storage is very low.
system
-Allow all group members access
to work
Design is not Moderate High -Create a work schedule and stick Low. The risk
completed on to it of not
time -Adhere to all deadlines completing the
-Complete work before due dates design on time
and dont leave work to the last is very low if
minute the team is
-Assign work fairly amongst the well organised
group, dont put an unfair work and
load on any one member communicates
-Dont take more work than you well.
can handle
-Have regular team meetings to
check on teams progress
-Speak up if a member is not doing
their work on time or to standard
Not designing Low High -Read client brief thoroughly Low. If the
what the -Ask the client questions if not team has a
client wanted sure on exact details (Use good
(not company to client communication understanding
considering on Black Board) of the clients
their criteria) -Consider the stakeholders in the needs then
project and their needs there will be
little chance
that the design
will not be
what the client
wanted.
Table 2 Design Stage Risk Management

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3.0 Construction Stage


The construction stage involves the building of the mars/land rover by the
contractors. This stage will have many physical hazards that come with the use of hand and
power tools as well as use of different materials. Three main risks have been outlined in the
table below as well as mitigation techniques that should be used to reduce the risk.

Risk Likely Severity Mitigation Residual


hood Risk
Slipping whilst Moderate Major -Clamp the piece of PVC to Low. If all
drilling on the stopped it from moving/slipping mitigation
curved surface whilst drilling techniques
of the PVC and -Use of a drill press is are
being recommended, would cut all risk followed
cut/stabbed by out as there would be no chance the risk of
the drill bit of the bit moving and slipping. the drill bit
-Whilst drilling keep both hands slipping is
on the drill and not in a place almost
where the drill may possibly slip zero.
-Make sure drill bit is properly
set and is not on an angle
-Use a centre punch to start the
hole, leaves an indent in the PVC
for drill bit to slip reducing the
chance of slippage
-Make sure drill is in good
condition and is not damaged
-Wear appropriate PPE (eye
protection and appropriate foot
wear)
Being cut by Moderate High -Have the PVC properly secured Low. Due to
saw, either when cutting to prevent it from the nature
powered or moving of using a
hand, whilst -Use correct size saw for the job, saw there is
cutting lengths a large saw is not necessary for still a small
of PVC cutting small lengths of PVC, use change of
of a hack saw is recommended being cut
-Make sure saw is in good whilst using
condition and is not damaged it.
-Make sure saw is sufficiently Following
sharp, dont check sharpness the
with your hand mitigation
-Keep hands away from blade techniques
end will,
however,
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-Wear appropriate PPE (eye greatly
protection and appropriate foot reduce the
wear) risk.
Damage to skin Moderate Moderate -Wear gloves to prevent direct Low. If all
or lungs when contact with skin mitigation
using -Work in a well-ventilated area techniques
adhesive/epoxy to prevent build-up of fumes are
to join PVC -Wear a respirator face mask if followed,
parts access to one is available then the
-Read MSDS on type of risk of any
adhesive/epoxy used skin or lung
-Dont use more than needed damage is
very low.

Table 3 Construction Stage Risk Management

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4.0 Testing Stage
The testing stage is a very important stage of the project as it is where the designs
will be tested and marked based on their performance. In this stage, there are a few hazards
that could jeopardise the project. Three main risks that are most likely to occur are outlined
in the table below as well as mitigation techniques that can be used to reduce the risk.

Risk Likely Severity Mitigation Residual Risk


hood
Prototype breaks Moderate High -Make sure prototype is Moderate.
during/before correctly built Even with
testing -Use appropriate materials these
-Make sure a good amount of mitigation
time is spent on designing the techniques in
rover in order for the design use the
to be good and not break too prototype
easy. may brake
-Pick a contractor team that is during testing
competent and able to build or even due to
your design to its maximum an accident
potential before testing.
-Store prototype in a safe
area
-Use adequate transport for
design so on damage occurs
The contractors Moderate High -Make sure designs are easy Low. If a
do not correctly to follow and feasible to build correct team
build prototype -Stay in contact with of contactors
contractors and answer any in chosen and
question that they may have their progress
about the design is closely
-Have a good tender followed the
evaluation criteria to be able risk of the
to pick the contractor team design being
best for your design made
-Mark tender evaluation incorrectly is
criteria well and fair to be quite low.
able to pick best contractor
team
The prototype is Low Major -Have a well thought out Low. If the
not finished on tender evaluation criteria contractor
time -Mark tender evaluation team chosen
criteria fair and base on merit is closely
of contractor team not followed and
personal feelings progress
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-Pick the right contractor monitored,
team for your design based of then the risk
the teams tender evaluation of the
criteria prototype not
-Have regular meeting with being finished
contractors to see progress on time is low.
on design
-Have a design easy to follow
with good instructions
-Dont use materials that are
hard to procure

Table 4 Testing Stage Risk Management

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Tender Evaluation Criteria



Client: EMPACT
Project: Mars Lander/Rover
Date: 01/04/2017
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Table of Contents
1.0 INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................................................... 1
2.0 CRITERIA SUMMARY ................................................................................................................................... 1
2.1 Professionalism .......................................................................................................................................................... 1
2.1.1 Appearance ......................................................................................................................................................... 1
2.1.2 Demeanour ......................................................................................................................................................... 2
2.1.3 Ethics ................................................................................................................................................................... 3
2.2 Time management ..................................................................................................................................................... 4
2.3 Communication ......................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.3.1 Forms .................................................................................................................................................................. 5
2.3.2 Efficiency ............................................................................................................................................................. 5
2.3.3 Equality ............................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.3.4 Accessibility ......................................................................................................................................................... 6
2.4 Experience and Skills ................................................................................................................................................. 6
2.5 Assets and Facilities ................................................................................................................................................... 8

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1.0 INTRODUCTION
The following document will contain the criteria which MCW will be using to evaluate the possible companies
in charge of manufacturing the Mars rover design created by MCW designers. After evaluation, the company
which satisfies the criteria laid out below to the highest standard will be deemed as the winner and chosen
for manufacture.

2.0 CRITERIA SUMMARY

CRITERIA TITLE CRITERIA DETAILS MARK


GIVEN
2.1 Professionalism The criteria of professionalism are broken up in various categories
which cover the qualities that MCW deem as important when
looking into potential clientele. The criteria covers qualities which
we believe help define the word professional

2.1.1 Appearance The team is to demonstrate the appropriate business attire and
dress code when attending the meeting. They are to make
themselves presentable as it is important to sell themselves as much
as it is to sell their company.

Full Marks The team are all wearing business attire (buttoned up shirt, business
3/3 casual pants MINIMUM and smart/dress shoes) which is neat and
smart in appearance. Shirts are to be ironed and tucked in wearing
the appropriate footwear as well. No thongs or sneakers are worn.
Half Marks The team and all its members come to the meeting wearing partial
2/3 dress business attire (i.e. dress shirt but casual jeans or cargo pants)
or their clothes arent ironed and not tucked in. They Have made an
attempt to dress appropriately but one or two smaller details such
as un-ironed shirt or a member wearing a wrong item of clothing will
penalize them a mark.
Partial Marks The team has arrived to the meeting will the wrong/inappropriate
1/3 business clothing (wearing T-shirts and/or shirts that are
inappropriate to be worn to a job interview) and it is unironed with
shirts untucked. Little consideration about dress was taken and the
team has not presented themselves nor their company to the
satisfactory standard which is preferred by MCW.
No Marks The team has arrived at the meeting with absolutely no
consideration about their dress standard and is not wearing
0/3
business casual attire or in any presentable form. Members have
arrived not wearing a buttoned-up shirt, smart business pants and
shoes. An example of this would be members wearing a t-shirt,
shorts and sneakers. These members therefore have not presented
themselves to the standard which is sought after by MCW.

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2.1.2 Demeanour The way the team conducts themselves and their mannerisms and
behaviour are to be to a high professional standard. Qualities such
as being well spoken to, confidence and interaction between
individuals will be assessed and are what MCW seeks.
Full Marks The team demonstrates a professional demeanour and exert
confidence when presenting themselves to MCW. The members are
3/3
polite and well-spoken using business vocabulary that is precise and
compelling as well as no use of slang. They demonstrate assertive
personalities and communicate with enthusiasm for the project.
They also provide a letter to MCW containing a short series of
statements/paragraphs as to why their company is the most suitable
for the task and to take the contract of our design as opposed to the
other teams we are viewing. In this letter, they have written a
compelling statement which informs us why they are best for the
job. If all this is covered the group will be awarded.
Half Marks The team attempts to demonstrate profession demeanour but do
2/3 not meet all the requirements as stated above to receive full marks.
They are polite but do not use business vocabulary at all times
and/or use occasional slang. They dont show the profound
enthusiasm for the project which MCW is looking for. They have
provided a letter to MCW which is vague in its description as for why
the team should be chosen by us to carry the contract.
Partial Marks The team doesnt adequately demonstrate professional demeanour
1/3 but not portraying confidence and enthusiasm during the meeting.
They do no use business vocabulary and use colloquial slang often
in their sentences. Little assertiveness is evident during their
portrayal and passion for the project is lacking. They have provided
us with a letter which does not indicate to MCW why they should be
the chosen company to take on our contract and might simply
describe why they want to partake on the role as our contractors.
No Marks The group fails to demonstrate the professional demeanour which
0/3 is wanted by MCW and fails to demonstrate the aforementioned
qualities. They have either not provided a letter stating why they
should be the chosen group or provided one which fails to inform
our group on why we should pick that company.
A deduction of 1 mark will be taken for groups that do not provide a letter with a small statement
which indicates why they should be chosen for our design, regardless of performance.

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2.1.3 Ethics Demonstration of professional ethics is a criterion which MCW is
seeking. Teams are to demonstrate the organisational and personal
skills and standards of professional individuals. This also includes
arriving to all meetings on time and bringing all the necessary material
needed for themselves and MCW. Demonstration of personal ethics
would also include a code of conduct which the team would write up.
In this code the team would have written and set a series of terms
outlining the rules and responsibilities of the individuals and the
company. Other things that the companies should include with their
code of conducts are their previous weekly progress reports and
evidence that the individuals completed the tasks at hand by the next
week.
Full Marks The team demonstrates professional ethics by arriving to the meeting
2/2 on time being fully prepared. They have provided MCW with all the
requested documentation and evidence. They have also written out
and produced a code of conduct to the high standard, with the rules
and responsibilities of all individuals being clearly outlined. The teams
are to write at LEAST 5 different rules. They have also provided MCW
with at least 4 consecutive past weekly progress reports which indicate
to us, and give us an overview into the organisational skills of the team.
In these progress reports the teams have shown evidence of
completing the tasks which they have set themselves to their
satisfactory standards.
Half Marks The team partially demonstrates professional ethics by not arriving to
1/2 the meeting and being late for no longer than 5 minutes (Unless there
is a legitimate and valid excuse for their lateness but MCW must be
informed before the meeting, not during). The team has provided
some of the requested documentation and evidence but not all of it.
They provided MCW with a code of conduct which outlines some of the
rules and responsibilities. The team has provided at least 3 different
rules for their code of conduct. The teams have provided MCW with
less than 2 consecutive weekly progress reports.
No Marks The team has not demonstrated professional ethics by arriving later
than 5 minutes (Unless there is a legitimate and valid excuse for their
0/2
lateness but MCW must be informed before the meeting, not during).
The team has provided little to no of the requested documentation
and evidence to MCW. The team has either failed to submit a copy of
their company code of conduct or to list at least 3 different rules and
responsibilities. They have also either failed to hand in at least 2
consecutive weekly reports or none.

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2.2 Time management It is important that a team has good time management skills to
achieve all its planned tasks and to utilize its time effectively and
efficiently. Planning is very important to be successful at completing
task and in order to maximize efficiency allocated time should be
given for each project to allow to team to create expectations and
estimates as to when the projects should be done and to allow
enough time for error fixes and compilation.

Full Marks The team demonstrates good time management by planning and
allocating conscience control for time spent on each task and
2/2
project. The have provided us with a small GANTT chart outlining all
constructing stages of the rover and the tasks and future projects
for the team, including the allocated time they are willing to give for
the respective tasks. To receive full marks, we at MCW request that
the teams provide at least 4 copies of weekly reports showing the
progress of individuals and their tasks. Considerations such as how
long it has taken for members to accomplish their upcoming weekly
goals will be made. If most members have accomplished their
weekly goals it indicates that the members have good time
management and are allocating ample time to achieve the tasks at
hand. Members are also to upload screenshots of Stage One
assignment submissions and if there are no late submissions again,
this indicates that the members show good skills in time
management. To receive full marks there are to be no late
submissions by any members of the team in handed in assignments.
Half Marks The team shows satisfactory time management skills by providing
1/2 MCW with a GANTT and showing that they have spent some amount
of time allocation the amount of time spent for each project. If the
GANTT is lacking detail it will fall under this category. The team has
provided at least 2 copies of weekly reports showing the progress of
individuals and their tasks and half of the members have not met
their weekly goals. If there are between 1 and 2 late submissions for
previous assignments, and the above criteria is met the group is
awarded half marks.
No Marks If the team does not provide a GANTT chart they will receive no
marks as we at MCW need to see a physical plan of how a team
0/2
plans out and allocates their time. A team will receive no marks if
there have been more than 2 late submissions amongst its
members from recent assignments or if the team does not provide
any weekly progress reports for us to inspect. Failure to provide
any of these itself shows poor time management skills.

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2.3 Communication
2.3.1 Forms Develop a means of communication between themselves and the
company. Provide proof of this by showing examples of group chats,
shared drive files and other forms of communication.

Full Marks The team shows examples of at least 3 different sources of
3/3 communication i.e. Facebook, one drive, email and text messages.

Half Marks The team provides at least 2 examples.


2/3
Partial Marks The team only provides one example of communication.
1/3
No Marks The team provides no examples.
0/3
2.3.2 Efficiency Answer all forms of communication with clarity, detail and within a
given time.

Full Marks Good- same day - only counted if our email etc. was sent before
3/3 5pm.
Half Marks Satisfactory- within 24 hours.

2/3
Partial Marks Not satisfactory- within 48 hours.
1/3
No Marks Not at all takes more than 48 hours or doesnt reply at all.
0/3

2.3.3 Equality Include everyone as a team and evidence of shared and equal
communication. For a team to work effectively it needs to be an
equally shared and diverse environment.

Full Marks Provide examples and evidence of all team members
2/2 communicating together. Messages detailing some form of
involvement by all members in all group discussions.
Half Marks Only a few members are always active in group discussions with
1/2 other members occasionally providing input.

No marks Not all members are consistently providing input and being active in
0/2 group discussions.

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2.3.4 Accessibility Provide multiple means of communication as a failsafe, an
emergency contact number and a plan. We at MCW want the team
to be accessible at all times throughout the day in case there is an
urgent matter that needs to be discussed.

Full Marks The team provides at least 3 different communication sources and
an emergency contact number.
3/3
Half Marks The team provides 2 sources of communication and an emergency
2/3 contact number.

Partial Marks The team only provides one communication source and contact
1/3 number.
No Marks The team only provides one source of communication and/or
emergency contact number.
0/3
2.4 Experience and Experience plays a big role for MCW when it comes to looking for a
company to build our design. The creation of the design requires lots
Skills
of work and skills from different backgrounds so the teams will be
allocated marks for various experiences which they might have or
had acquired at some point in their student or civilian careers. The
category of skills and experience will not only cover trades and
qualifications but also any experiences which might involve
teamwork, leadership and general experience. Only one person
must be qualified or have the experience in the group in order for
marks to be given. To receive maximum marks the team will have to
provide evidence of them completing the courses (i.e. screenshots)
and/or photographic or physical examples of their work.
(EVIDENCE MUST BE PROVIDED FOR THE MARK TO BE GIVEN)
Mark Completed a Woodwork/Materials course at high school and/or has
any form of qualifications or skills in this field (evidence of work
must be provided).
Mark A TAFE qualification that involves any form higher than high school
diploma. The qualification must be relevant to the project and the
design. An example of this would be anything to do with maths,
physics or construction etc. Documentation or screenshots showing
proof of having attended and completed these courses is required
to get the mark.
Mark MCW are also looking for individuals who have any form of relevant
trade qualifications. This can be anything from brick layers to
removalists and plumbers. The knowledge and experience gained
throughout these peoples careers and courses will provide great
benefit to their team.

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Mark A mark will also be allocated for members who have experience in
various fields of hands on activities. These activities can consist of,
but are not limited to: Skills and knowledge in engine work,
recreational woodworking or carpentry work. This also includes
experience in using power tools such as drills and saws. Building
hobby items such as RC cars or miniatures. Evidence of work must
me proved, preferably as photos and some form of proof within the
photo that it belongs to individual. Photos should be taken with the
student ID placed in.
1 Mark A mark will be allocated to the teams who also partake in
extracurricular activities that involve some form of team spirit and
mentality. This could be being part of a football team for example.
This is important to MCW as we find teamwork crucial for a team to
succeed in all joint projects. By being involved in these activities it
shows evidence of being able to work and communicate well with
others to achieve a grand, common goal. Evidence of being part of a
team environment, such as photos and/or medals will be expected.
Mark Also Teams that show evidence of doing extracurricular activities
show us at MCW that these individuals can balance outside activities
and obligations, showing skills in other categories such as time
management, commitment. Thus, teams who provide evidence of
having outside commitments will be awarded.
Mark Completed a form of a graphics design course at either a High
school, TAFE or university level. Individuals who have experience in
these fields will have increased proficiency in areas such as the 3D
design drawings.

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2.5 Assets and In order to do a good job at creating the design and ensuring It is of
good quality the companies creating it need the right tools for the
Facilities
job. We at MCW find it essential to be well equipped for the task at
hand to ensure that the design is met to the specifications as
depicted by the method and the drawings. Not only are the tools
important for the job but is the environment and workspace where
the design is being made is vital as well. The appropriate workspace
ensures that the team work in an environment where their minds
stay at the task at hand with minimising distractions and it also
promotes safety and a work specific environment. Teams will also
be marked on their use of safety equipment because we at MCW
believe that safety is number one priority.

6 Marks To receive full marks the team must be prepared for the task at
hand in all fields. They must provide evidence of owning at LEAST 6
different tools for the creation of the design. From these 6 tools
the team needs to own at least one power drill, a reciprocating or
circular saw/hand saw, a tape measure and a spirit level. The team
also needs to provide evidence of owning or working in an
appropriate workspace. We classify this as sheds, workshops or
garages fitted with hardware equipment. A photograph must be
provided attached to the tender with a student ID or proof of
ownership. If teams do this they will receive a mark of 4/6 marks,
with the last mark being given out to ensuring the team use the
appropriate safety equipment and PPE such as gloves, safety
glasses and PPE equipment which might be relevant for the task.
For this 2/6 marks is given, for a total of 6/6 marks. (Safety is worth
2 marks because we at MCW weigh it to be very important. If not
sufficient evidence is provided of owning the correct safety
equipment no marks will be allocated).
2/6 4/6 The team has provided evidence of owning at LEAST 5 different tools
Marks for the creation of the design. From these 5 they should at least own
one power drill, a reciprocating or circular saw/hand saw, a tape
measure and a spirit level. The team has used an appropriate
workspace to build the project but which does not suit to the above
criteria. Such as a backyard with open areas and a table to construct
on. In essence this is an environment which can be used to construct
and build in but which is not designed for hardware purposes. A
photograph must be provided of the area where construction will
be taken place with student ID present and clear in the photo. Teams
will receive a score of 2/6 Marks given for fitting the above criteria.
Lastly, the team will be allocated marks for using the appropriate
safety equipment and PPE such as gloves, safety glasses and PPE
equipment which might be relevant for the task. For this 2/6 marks
is given, giving a grand total of 4/6 marks granted the safety
precautions are met.

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0/6 Marks If the company does not provide evidence or conduct the
construction of a design in an environment which meets the
satisfactory standards as the above criteria they will receive No
Marks. The team will also receive no marks for safety even if they
carry out the construction will PPE because if the construction is
not taken place in a suitable and safe environment there are many
factors which can have/lead to ill-effects on the rover or the team
members.
TOTAL MARK /31

TEAMS ONLY NEED TO SUBMIT 1 COPY OF THE REQUESTED DOCUMENTS REGARDLESS IF
TWO SEPARATE SECTIONS HAVE ASKED FOR THEM

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GANTT Chart & Unit Plan


Client: EMPACT
Project: Mars Lander/Rover
Date: 31/03/2017
Revision: A

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Table of Contents
1.0 Introduction ............................................................................................................................ 1
2.0 M.C.W. GROUP EFPC Unit Plan GANTT Chart .................................................................... 2









































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1.0 Introduction
The GANTT Chart has been designed to give a visual breakdown of the work required of
M.C.W. for the Mars Lander/Rover Project of the Processes and Communications Unit. Each
Stage of the Project has been outlined at their respective due weeks throughout semester.
This chart gives another element of clarity as the work for each stage has been further
broken down and defined for both M.C.W. Contractors and Designers. The incorporation of
other units deadlines of M.C.W. Group members, gives perspective of the key demands of
the semester for each member. The features included enable the chart to be a useful
reference point; aiding M.C.W.s future management of this project.

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2.0 M.C.W. GROUP EFPC Unit Plan GANTT Chart
Wk5 Wk6 TFW TFW Wk7 Wk8 Wk9 Wk10 Wk11 Wk12
EFPC Stage 1 Design WPR WPR Stage 2 WPR Stage 2 WPR Handovers Prototype Testing Oral Presentation
Deadlines Package (online Contractors Designers Tender (physical) (Engineering (in workshop)
submission) Tender Evaluation (online Pavilion)
Application submission) WPR Unit Reflection (in
Group Action (online Engineering lecture)
Plan (in submission) WPR Identity Reflection
workshop) (in workshop) WPR
WPR
WPR Peer Review
Presentation
(in workshop)

WPR
Other Unit Engineering Engineering Engineering Engineering
Deadlines Graphics Materials Mid Graphics Graphics
Assignment 2 Semester Exam Drawing Project Drawing Project
Part A Part B
Engineering
Programming Engineering
Mid Semester Materials Formal
Exam Lab Report
Contractors Allocate Work for Executive Build the Design Handover Built Handover Form at Group
-Scott -Specifications Stage 2 Summary Design to Prototype Testing Presentation
Risk Designers
-Brad -Management Work on Stage 2 Design Package Presentation
-Denis Plan Review Rehearsal
-Tender
Evaluation Addressing
Criteria Tender
Evaluation
Criteria

Designers Allocate Work for Executive Check Bring Prototype to Group


-Jesse -Drawings Stage 2 Summary compliance of Testing Presentation
-Group Action built Design with
-Matt Plan, GANTT Reflection on the Plans
Chart Work on Stage 2 Design Package Presentation
Review Complete Rehearsal
Handover
Evaluation of Paperwork
Tender
Application

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