Senior Team Design
This Years Atlantic Engineering Competition 2007 Main Themes:
Aerodynamics, Mechatronics and Energy Conversion.
Team Size and Category Capacity
Number of Competitors: 1 to 4 members
School |
Capacity |
Availability |
University of New Brunswick (Fredericton) |
3 |
0 |
Dalhousie University |
3 |
0 |
Universite du Moncton |
3 |
1 |
Memorial University |
3 |
0 |
University of PEI |
2 |
2 |
St. Mary’s University |
2 |
0 |
University College of Cape Breton |
2 |
2 |
St. Francis Xavier University |
2 |
2 |
Acadia University |
2 |
2 |
Category Format
Presentation of Theme
One week prior to the event, the main theme(s) dealt with during the competition will be announced to the competitors. This time may also be used to research announced themes.
Presentation of Problem
The problem must be presented to all competitors and judges on Friday, February 2nd at noon. The category official must provide detailed explanations of what is expected from the competitors, both orally and in writing.
Question Period
The competitors then have a 15 minute question period to ask the category official any questions they may have.
Material Selection
After the question period, competitors will be given time to select materials and begin working on initial designs. After completing the initial 'Material Selection List' the competition director will collect the materials requested by the teams. The materials will be gathered and then placed in the Design Room in the order they were given to the Director.
Development of the Solution
The teams will have ten (10) hours to develop their solution, produce all required deliverables, and prepare their presentation for the judges. All the deliverables must be submitted to the Official before the allotted time expires. Competitors may finish before the end of the allotted time.
Rest Period
While not mandatory, it is recommended that competitors be allowed six hours to unwind, take a shower, and change into clothes appropriate for giving their presentations. The presentations and trials will occur on Saturday (the second day).
Presentation and Trials
Competitors have 8 minutes to present their prototype in an oral/ visual presentation in an auditorium. The teams then carry out prototype testing trials. Judges may ask questions at this time.
Computers
- Laptops are permitted. Access to a computer lab is available.
Timing
Time is started after the question period has finished.
The question period after the presentation to the judges and the testing period are not included in the allotted time
Marking Scheme
Presentation |
50% |
Design Justification |
15% |
Design Process |
15% |
Economic Feasibility |
5% |
Repeatability |
10% |
Quality |
5% |
Testing |
50% |