Plant Tour Narrative Report Guide
Plant Tour Narrative Report Guide
1. Introduction:
• Briefly introduce the purpose/ objectives and significance of the plant tour.
• Briefly introduce the plants to be visited and their relevance to mechanical engineering.
2. Pre-Trip Preparation:
• Describe the preparatory activities undertaken before the Plant tour, including research on the visited plants, safety
precautions, and itinerary planning.
• Discuss any expectations or hypotheses you had before the trip.
Tour Highlights:
• Safety measures observed during the tour.
• Describe the key areas visited during the tour.
• Overview of the production processes and technologies or machinery employed.
• Mention any interactions with company personnel, such as engineers or technicians.
Learning Points:
• Discuss the relevance of the tour to mechanical engineering concepts studied in class.
• Reflect on how the tour contributed to personal and professional growth as a mechanical engineering student.
• Discuss any challenges faced during the tour and how they were overcome.
• Discuss any insights gained regarding industry standards and best practices.
Repeat the above steps for the second up to the fourth plant visit.
4. Personal Reflections: Share personal reflections and experiences from the field trip, including:
• Summarize the main findings and insights gained from the plant tours.
• Emphasize the importance of experiential learning in enhancing understanding and appreciation of mechanical engineering
concepts.
• Provide recommendations for future field trips or areas of further exploration within the field of mechanical engineering.
6. Appendices:
• Include any supplementary materials such as photographs, diagrams, or interview transcripts from the field trip.
• Include additional materials such as maps, brochures, or interviews conducted during the field trip.
• Attach any necessary documentation, such as consent forms or safety guidelines adhered to during the tours.