MAT6516 Assignment

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Write a 2000-word critical evaluation of the lifetime energy inputs to, and outputs from,
using this material in its/their appropriate technological setting. You should also consider
the environmental impact of the (likely) wastes arising from the production and use of the
material(s) including what happens at end-of-life. Social/economic and practical issues
associated with obtaining any raw/other materials for use in manufacture should also be
taken into consideration. Your evaluation should be supported by correctly-cited references
and, where possible, by numerical data for the material(s) you are considering, although we
recognise that the amount of numerical data available may be limited (and approximate).
You should use your evaluation to draw clear conclusions about the benefits and drawbacks
of the materials(s) considered.
Energy material(s) topics:

The use of aluminium alloys in automotive applications

Marking scheme:

Criterion Looking for Mark

Argument A clear and logical argument that is supported by the data 20

presented and which leads to a definite set of conclusions. The

conclusions must be supported by the argument

Critical Assessment of the limitations in the data presented 10

evaluation

Research Clear evidence that a number of different sources have been 5

consulted including the formal technical literature as well as

internet data

Structure A well-structured technical document divided into appropriate 5

sections including a clear introduction and a clear set of

conclusions

Presentation Clear tables and figures that present relevant information in a 5

clear fashion (“cutting and pasting” images of published tables is

NOT acceptable). Correct referencing.

Writing quality Clearly written English that readily conveys meaning 5

Total 50