U UO PROJECT MANAGEMENT FOR ENGINEERS ASSESSMENT 1A: CASE STUDY REVIEW Assessment Name Assessment 1a: Case Study Review Weighting 19.8% of the total grade for this course File types to

submit One*.doc or *.docx file, maximum file size 20MB ASSESSMENT 1A University of South Australia ASSESSMENT DESCRIPTION Assessment 1a is a short report in which you are to summarise the results of your research into a case of engineering failure. Further details are provided below in the Assessment Instructions. ASSESSMENT AIMS This assessment develops your ability to: ● COURSE OBJECTIVES: ● Online It is beneficial to familiarise yourself with the relationship between the task and the course objectives, in this case, the course objectives relevant to this task are Course Objective 3 and Course Objective 5. ● analyse and interpret case studies/events. identify the factors that affect the success or failure of engineering projects. apply principles of Engineering Ethics to a case study context. think critically and write academically. CO1. Compare and distinguish between the specialisations within civil, mechanical and electrical engineering and demonstrate an understanding of the issues when working on a multidisciplinary project. CO2. Identify appropriate tools and techniques to analyse and manage risks, and communicate engineering project plans that are relevant to the specialisation. CO3. Demonstrate the application of the socio-cultural, ethical and sustainable frameworks related to engineering projects. ● CO4. Apply and undertake project planning, monitoring and evaluation using modern tools and techniques for effective engineering project management. CO5. Develop and apply professional reflection, critical thinking, referencing, teamwork, oral, written and visual communication skills appropriate for engineering practice. ● UO Project Management for Engineers A1a 2024 Remember to reference both in-text and the Reference List using APA 7 Style. Page 1/5 ASSESSMENT 1 SUMMARY (INDIVIDUAL WORK): COMPONENTS 1a: Case Study Review 1b: Portfolio Total: ● COURSE OBJECTIVES CO 3 & 5 CO 1, 3 & 5 WEIGHTING (of course grade) 19.8% 40.2% 60% DUE DATE Monday Week 3 e) Referencing to support claims Friday Week 10 DETAILS UO Project Management for Engineers A1a 2024 1000 words 1800 words CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT 1A: CASE STUDY REVIEW - GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS CRITERIA FOR MARKING Applies appropriate frameworks to select and discuss an engineering failure (20%) ● Applies appropriate frameworks and critical thinking skills to analyse the reasons for an engineering failure (10%) Applies appropriate frameworks and critical thinking skills to analyse the breach of ethics in an engineering failure (50%) Uses references appropriately to support claims (10%) Adheres to academic and professional standards of presentation and written communication (10%) a) Prepare a 1000 word (+/- 10%) report in response to the Task Description listed below. SUBMISSION PROCESS Assessment Portal b) Download a copy of the rubric and use it to make sure you have addressed the criteria listed for this assessment. Assessment Portal c) The following guidelines should be followed for submission of an assessment produced to a professional standard: This assessment should be drafted in a report format, with title page, contents, page numbers, headings, clear structure, and written in formal, professional language (third person). ● Line Spacing must be 1.5 spacing and font size 11 or 12. d) Word Count Communicating facts clearly and concisely is an important skill to develop in preparation for the professional workplace. Therefore, it is not appropriate to exceed the word limit and any words outside of the relevant limit will not be considered for assessment. However, a <10% error is acceptable. The word count includes all text including headings, tables, in-text referencing within the main body of the report, but excludes the abstract, cover page, contents page(s) and Reference List/Bibliography. Remember to reference both in-text and the Reference List using APA 7 Style. Ensure that all research and sources are relevant, current and reliable. Ensure in-text citations and reference list adhere to the APA 7 Style. Submissions lacking in-text referencing and/or reference list may be referred to academic integrity. Page 2/5 TASK DESCRIPTION Prepare a case study, by researching and analysing a significant Engineering Failure which happened recently or in history. A few popular engineering failures are listed below, yet you can select any engineering failure of your choice for this task. The collapse of the Quebec Bridge The disaster of The Space Shuttle Challenger The Nuclear Plant Explosion in Chernobyl The Collapse of the Tacoma Bridge Any other engineering failure of your choice The suggested approach to organising your report is as follows: 1. Briefly describe the Case study you have chosen and discuss its (real or potential) significance for the community, economy, or engineering advancement. 2. Briefly describe the engineering failure - what happened? Explain why it failed. What were the reasons for the failure as being identified in the literature considering socio-cultural, safety, ethical and sustainable aspects related to engineering design? Try to identify 'who is responsible' for the failure and 'what could have been done differently' to avoid the failure. 3. Discuss any breach of Engineering Ethics in the selected Engineering failure with reference to 'Engineering ethics' course content as well as the Engineers Australia Code of Ethics. Clearly identify which elements of the EA Code of Ethics-Ethical Conduct elements have been breached. Also, discuss ethical theories that are applicable to this case study. Questions to ponder. Are there relevant ethical issues in the selected engineering failure and what are they?' (If you do not see any ethical issues applicable, choose a different case study which you can use to analyse engineering ethics) ● When did which ethical issue come into play? Which elements of the EA Code of Ethics have been breached? Which ethical theories are applicable to the issues discussed? Your report should contain the following sections: Abstract: Provide a brief overview of the full case study analysis here. Write this section once you have completed the rest of the report. Introduction: In the introduction you need to introduce the topic to your reader. Introductions move from general to more specific information to introduce your topic. Provide a general background to successful and failed engineering projects, significant engineering failures in the history, common causes for these failures and importance of engineering ethics and ethical conduct of engineering professionals for project success. UO Project Management for Engineers A1a 2024 Remember to reference both in-text and the Reference List using APA 7 Style. Page 3/5 ● ● FURTHER ADVICE AND RESOURCES ● Body: Use headings and sub-headings appropriately in the body of the report. In this section you are to discuss the case study you have chosen using the suggested approach outlined in the previous section of this document. Read, analyse and examine the case study thoroughly. This case study assignment requires you to identify the problems and issues in the selected scenarios and to demonstrate your developing knowledge of theories and professional policies and provide your suggestions on how this kind of failures could be avoided. Before you begin your assessment, you should be familiar with the course materials on 'Engineering ethics'. Some of the key concepts that are relevant to this assessment include ethics, ethical conduct, and prescriptive ethics for an engineering practitioner. ● Conclusion: Provide a brief conclusion. Your conclusion needs to draw together all the main points you have discussed in the body section without adding any new ideas that has not been discussed prior. Useful Resources: Reference list: Use at least 5 scholarly articles for the review. List the sources you have used here using the APA 7 Referencing Style and each reference list entry needs to have a corresponding in-text reference APA 7 style. ● ● Bazerman, M. H., & Tenbrunsel, A. E. (2011). Ethical breakdowns. Harvard Business Review, 89(4), 58-65. https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&authtype=cookie,ip,shib&db=bsu&AN=59478365&sco Savur, S., Provis, C., & Harris, H. (2018). Ethical decision-making in Australian SMEs: a field study. Small Enterprise Research, 25(2), 114–136. https://doi.org/10.1080/13215906.2018.1480414 Prior to submission, consider whether the following has been demonstrated in your report Analyses and summarises a case study in-depth by identifying the importance of the project. Identifies the reasons for the failure referring to a variety of literature sources. ● Demonstrates a good understanding of applicable ethical theories and breach of ethics. ● Uses quality, relevant and reliable literature for finding information and cite them according to prescribed referencing style. Demonstrates high level of academic writing with proper paraphrasing, clear and concise writing. pe=site&custid=s3684833 Luegenbiehl, H. C., & Clancy, R. F. (2017). Chapter 1 - Introduction: Engineering Ethics from a Global Perspective. Global Engineering Ethics (pp. 1-18). Butterworth-Heinemann. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-12-811218-2.00001-1 UO Project Management for Engineers A1a 2024 Remember to reference both in-text and the Reference List using APA 7 Style. Page 4/5 FIND, USE AND EVALUATE INFORMATION WRITING REPORTS ● Apply appropriate section headings and subheadings and ensure consistent numbering of sections. Keep paragraphs simple - one concept per paragraph. Refer to the guidance on writing reports provided by Student Support and available at this link:https://lo.unisa.edu.au/mod/book/view.php?id=1670006&chapterid=267489 ● ● REFERENCING USING THE APA 7 STYLE ● ● A scholarly source, or academic source, is written by a qualified author who is an expert in their field. Theyare usually published in books or journals, rather than on websites. A scholarly source will likely have a reference list or bibliography at the end of it. https://www.library.unisa.edu.au/siteassēts/files/scholarlysources.pdf ● ● Use the APA 7 referencing style. The guide is available at the following link: https://www.unisa.edu.au/Referencing ● MS Word Add-on Endnote is available at the UniSA library for managing citations. There is a Referencing Forum where assistance is available to students who have specific referencing queries: https://lo.unisa.edu.au/mod/forum/view.php?id=289100 If finding information in the course resources, then the course resources are to be referenced both in-text and the reference list. Every different part of the course website will need its own reference and as per the APA 7 Referencing style: How do I reference multiple sources by the same author published in the same year? If an author has published more than one item in the same year, place a lower case letter of the alphabet next to the dates in your in-text referencing to distinguish between these separate publications. E.g. Stam argues this point eloquently (2005a) and reiterates it elsewhere. ACADEMIC INTEGRITY ● The UniSA Online Academic Literacy Modules are designed to help you acquire and practice the academic skills to help you improve your assessment tasks and succeed in your degree. When using another person's ideas or work, you must acknowledge the source through applying the correct referencing techniques. If you are not sure how to do this, please access the Academic IntegrityModule: https://lo.unisa.edu.au/mod/book/view.php?id=252142 In addition to helping you to avoid plagiarism, referencing adds credibility and substance to your work. It demonstrates that you have read widely and enables you to provide evidence and information to supportyour ideas. Each student must complete this assessment independently, and it must be their own original work. Students are not permitted to use Generative Al tools for this assessment. Evidence of the use Generative Al tools in completing the assessment will be treated as academic misconduct in accordance with the university's AB-69 Academic Integrity Policy. To better understand Generative Al, and how it may relate to your university studies, please see our Generative Artificial Intelligence module. For further guidelines in relation to academic integrity, please see the Academic Integrity module. FEEDBACK Feedback will be provided to you via the submission portal. A copy of the rubric is available on the Assessment 1a Landing Page UO Project Management for Engineers A1a 2024 Remember to reference both in-text and the Reference List using APA 7 Style. Page 5/5