PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER
Summary Statement
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Competency Element
PE1 KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL BASE
PE1.1 Comprehensive, theory-based
understanding of the underpinning
natural and physical sciences and the
engineering fundamentals applicable to
the engineering discipline
PE1.2 Conceptual understanding of the
mathematics, numerical analysis,
statistics and computer and
information sciences which underpin
the engineering discipline
PE1.3 In-depth understanding of
specialist bodies of knowledge within
the engineering discipline
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A brief summary of how you have
career episode(s) where
applied the element
the element is addressed
I studied about the ways to optimize 1.3.1
bonding of two dissimilar materials for
increasing the shear strength of bonding.
I reviewed the literature papers about 2.3.1
the exhaust system, rotor system,
plenum and other different parts of the
engine system.
I gained knowledge about the steps and 3.3.1
process of the various experimental sets
to be carried out by me for silk cutting
machines.
I made use of shims of 0.8mm, 1mm and 1.3.3
1.5mm thickness to control bond line
which were used in adhesive matrix. I
maintained the accurate thickness of joint
by calculating total joint thickness.
I evaluated the time required to open 2.3.3
the injector for the fuel maps. I
evaluated distance between the piston
and spark plug at 200 ATDC.
I calculated the parameters like torque, 3.3.5
tangential force, location of neutral axis
(Y0), area of sieve, bending moment and
bending stress acting on the sieve which
was obtained as 275Nm, 1833N, -
0.0187mm, 765mm2, 87067.5Nm and
213N/mm2.
Since epoxy of high strength was required 1.3.2
to join the dissimilar metals to get
adequate shear loads within its failure
limit, I selected epoxy adhesive named
'Araldite' which sustained load up to 150

PE1.4 Discernment of knowledge
development and research directions
within the engineering discipline
PE1.5 Knowledge of contextual factors
impacting the engineering discipline
PE1.6 Understanding of the scope,
principles, norms, accountabilities and
bounds of contemporary engineering
practice in the specific discipline
kilograms as it was fit for joining the
metallic and nonmetallic surface
together.
I studied about the best way for engine 2.3.1
management. I learned about different
ways for the optimization of intake-
exhaust system of Formula Society of
Automotive Engineering (FSAE) vehicle.
I learned to operate those machines and 3.2.3
provided an optimized design of sieve for
increasing the performance of silk milling
machine.
I studied various journals, books, 1.3.1
mechanical research papers and articles
to get information about adhesive
bonding in a lap joint.
I studied different books, technical 2.3.1
reports, journals and past project thesis
similar to the proposed application.
I expanded my theoretical knowledge of 3.3.1
such experiments through various
journal papers, articles and books.
I used sandpaper of 120 grit which produced 1.4.1
rougher surface in the adhered and resulted
high lap shear strength.
I enforced the plenum with carbon fiber 2.4.1
at its outer surface. Then I analyzed its
performance during which I found that it
operated smoothly and its strength was
also improved.
I employed fixed amount of material in 3.4.1
the machine for milling and noted the
exact time required for completion of
milling. I also repeated this process
several times to obtain the finite rate of
production from machines. In this way,
accurate rate of production was
obtained.
To optimize the lap shear strength during 1.2.2
the bonding of two dissimilar materials.
To increase the performance of an intake 2.2.2
system and maximize the efficiency of
engine.
To improve the performance rate of silk 3.2.2
milling machine by introducing a new
design of sieve for the machine.
PE2 ENGINEERING APPLICATION ABILITY
I studied about the curing mechanism of 1.4.2
the bonds and found that minimum time
required for curing the adhesive bond
was 24 hours. So, I again prepared the
specimen and then left the adhesive to
get cured for 24 hours. After that time
frame, I conducted tensile testing of the
specimen. This time, I found that the
designed specimen passed the tensile
test and the result of lap shear strength
of the joint was satisfactory.
I found that rapid prototyping had 2.4.2
problem in creating finer surface of the
PE2.1 Application of established
plenum. I smoothened the surface using
engineering methods to complex
specialized tool. Then I conducted
engineering problem solving
simulation of the smoothened plenum.
From the re-testing, I found that the flow
of the air inside the plenum was smooth
and there were no frictional losses to
that extent like it was before.
I increased the open area percentage by 3.4.2
modifying the backing perforation. To
achieve this, I performed necessary
calculations and changed the geometry
of sieve holes and its orientation. I
installed the sieve in machine and
checked for its performances which
increased the production of company.
I used Instron testing machine to hold the 1.3.4
samples in clamps of load frames of the
machine. I used tension (pull) method for
testing the tensile strength of the
adjoined materials.
PE2.2 Fluent application of engineering
I used the applications like CAD and lotus 2.3.4
techniques, tools and resources
software for modelling the design of
proposed system and analyzing their
structure.
I designed a Qtec testing apparatus in 3.3.4
the CAD.
I strengthened the adhesion by 1.3.3
maintaining constant bond line. Then I 1.3.4
conducted different sets of tests for
experimentally analyzing the shear
strength of lap joint with various
PE2.3 Application of systematic
bondline.
engineering synthesis and design
processes
I performed the design calculation of 2.3.3
every component of the system and then 2.3.4
moved forward on the designing phase
of the proposed application.

PE2.4 Application of systematic
approaches to the conduct and
management of engineering projects
PE3 PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
PE3.1 Ethical conduct and professional preparing CAD models of the respective
accountability
PE3.2 Effective oral and written
communication in professional and lay
domains
I plotted graph to determine the rate of 3.3.3
production of the machine against its
sieve size. I compared the graph of
outputs from every machine and
selected a suitable machine for silk
cutting which could maximize the rate of
production with greater efficiency.
I prepared a project methodology and 1.6
planned overall structure of the project.
I arranged meetings for my team and 2.6
supervisor once in every week and
discussed the activities needed to be
performed by each member.
I requested a meeting with my floor 3.3.1
supervisor for a proper understanding of
the flow of project work.
I followed the standards of ASTM D5868- 1.7
01 (2014) regarding standard test
method for lap shear adhesion for fiber
reinforced plastic bonding. Similarly, I
took reference from ASTM
D6412/D6412M-99 (2012) to use the
standard specification for Epoxy adhesive
for bonding metallic and nonmetallic
materials.
I utilized the codes of 35.240.10 for 2.7
system for engine. Likewise, I used the
ICS 43.060.10 standard regarding block
and internal components of engine.
Throughout the project, I was bounded 3.7
by the ethics of HEIQ Australia and I
followed each rules of the company. I
used the codes of ICS 35.240.10 for
building a design of Qtec test apparatus
in CAD environment and I also utilized
the standard of ICS 19.120 for test
sieves.
I prepare a report of this project and 1.6
handed over the copy of prepared report
to concerned department.
I prepared a weekly progress report and 2.6
submitted it to supervisor. Similarly, I
prepared a final report of the project and
gave it to the college department.
I also prepared a weekly progress report 3.6
and reported my daily activities in a log
file which I provided to my floor
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When carrying surface preparation of the 1.5

specimen, I used sandpaper of 120 grit to
achieve coarse surface of the adhered.
This helped in proper adhesion of the
epoxy to the surface of the components
and provided high shear strength. I cured
the specimen for 24 hours before testing
to ensure the strong bond between
materials.
To strengthen and rigidify the plenum to 2.5
be capable of taking impacts inside its
intake resulting from varying pressure
inside the system, I enforced the outer
PE3.3 Creative innovative and proactive
surface of plenum with carbon fiber. This
demeanour
increased the pressure bearing capacity
of the plenum.
I employed fixed amount of material in 3.5
the machine for milling to attain
accuracy in the measurement of
production rate of machine. Similarly, I
designed new dimension of sieve to
increasing the open area percentage to
improve the production amount of
company. I replicated the same design of
the Qtec apparatus, which helped in the
accurate comparison of different test
parameters at same time.
I conducted weekly meetings with the 1.6
project supervisor and discussed the
achievements and constraints of the
activities being performed for the
project.
I took advice from my supervisor 2.6
whenever I got stuck in some complex
PE3.4 Professional use and
situation. I considered his suggestion and
management of information
implemented it to make improvements
in the project.
I followed the advice provided by the 3.6
supervisor to improve my professional
and self-disciplinary activities. I
considered his suggestion to overcome
the constraints during this project.
I acquired the knowledge of various 1.8.2
experimental analysis for adhesive
PE3.5 Orderly management of self, and
bonding of two distinct components and
professional conduct
obtained the understanding of their shear
strength.

PE3.6 Effective team membership and
team leadership
I gained more knowledge about using 2.8.2
various applications like CAD, lotus etc. I
also boosted my technical skills and
improved my engineering practice
through this work.
I enhanced my analytically thinking 3.8.2
capability by applying discipline
knowledge of relative field which also
boosted my professional skills for
handling in real world applications.
I constantly communicated with my 1.6
supervisor to provide him the update
about project progress. I followed his
guidance and improved my performance
throughout the project. I always kept
good relation with my supervisor and
respected his decisions regarding this
project.
I inspired my team members to 2.6
accomplish their task on time and aided
them to resolve the constraints of
project.
I interacted with all the team members 3.6
and staffs of the company. I
communicated politely with each of my
co-workers and maintained harmonious
bonding with all of my colleagues and
supervisor.