Course Student Performance Questions

Outcome 7 Indicator

MEng3232 An ability 7.1 Plan and 1. What are the major academic databases?
Technical to acquire implement an
and apply intentional
Writing and
new and systematic
Research knowledge process for 2. What are some well-known professional
Methodology as needed, acquiring new association websites for Mechanical
using knowledge. Engineers and what services or resources
appropriate do they provide?
learning Strategically 3. Assume someone or client want you to
strategies. apply acquired design a given product to be produced. Due
new to the shortage of local availability of the
knowledge to materials required to develop the product
simulate he decided to send the design to other
mechanism of manufacturing company. Before sending
machinery, the design the client wants to know an
show working estimated cost of the machine to be
mechanism of constructed as well as the working
a designed principle of the machine. As a designer
product/machi what approach do you use to address the
ne. question of your client?
4. Assume you are working in a company
where the movement of a product is very
long and material handling is very
frequent. The length of product movement
and material handling increase production
cost and delivery date of the product. As a
CAD trained student what do you do to
overcome the problem?
Develop 5. A given component of mechanical system
unique design in a given manufacturing industry
and frequently fail. A maintenance manager of
communicate the company always decides to replace the
a unique component with new spare part. The
method of frequent failure and replacement of the
addressing failed component with new spare part has
current increased the maintenance cost of the
situation of company. As a Mechanical Engineer, how
engineering do you solve the frequent failure of the
issues by component?
applying 6. Due to broke out of Covid-19 any contact
existing with an infected person can increase the
knowledge. rate of transmission of covid-19. A 5 star
Hotel owner wants to reduce risk of
contamination while his customers use tap
 water for hand washing. As an Engineer
what is your role in reducing or preventing
covid-19 transmission regarding hand
washing?

Answer to questions
1. There are numerous major and widely used academic databases available for research
purposes. Here are some examples of widely used academic databases:
A. PubMed: It is the largest biomedical literature database with over 30 million citations
and provides access to articles in the field of medicine, nursing, dentistry, and more.
B. Web of Science: This database covers a range of disciplines, including social
sciences, arts, humanities, life sciences, physical sciences, and engineering.
C. Scopus: It is a database that contains more than 70 million citations, covering a wide
range of topics related to the social sciences, life sciences, and health sciences.
D. JSTOR: It is digital library that provides access to academic journals, books, and
primary sources in numerous disciplines, including sociology, history, political
science, and others.
E. PsycINFO: This database provides access to literature in the field of psychology,
behavior, and mental health.
F. IEEE Xplore: It is a database that provides access to technical literature in computer
science, engineering, and technology.

2. There are several professional associations in the field of mechanical engineering that
offer resources and information through their websites. Here are a few examples:
A. American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME): ASME is a professional
association that aims to promote the art, science, and practice of mechanical
engineering. Their website offers access to various publications, events, conferences,
and educational resources.
B. Society of Automotive Engineers International (SAE): SAE is a global association
that provides resources and standards in the field of automotive engineering. Their
website offers access to technical papers, standards, webinars, and other resources.
C. Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE): IMechE is a professional engineering
institution that offers resources, training, and support to members in the UK and
worldwide. Their website offers access to publications, events, videos, and career
resources.
D. National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE): NSPE is a professional
association that aims to promote the ethical and competent practice of engineering.
Their website offers resources, advocacy, and educational opportunities to members.