Guidelines on Progress Report
Last Revision: 03 Feb 2020
Purpose
As you know, the Project is carried out across two units. You need to demonstrate that you have made adequate progress in the first unit before you can proceed to the second unit. The purpose of this (ENS4152/ENS5145/ENS6126) Progress Report is for you to present the work that you have accomplished in the first unit. You should, by now, have a clear idea in terms of (a) what you are doing, (b) why you are doing it, and (c) how you are doing it.
Submission Deadline
The Progress Report is due on Friday of Week 13.
Group Project
A reminder that for group project, each group member must write and submit their own individual
Progress Report, focusing on their part of the work. A combined group report will not be accepted.
Report Template
Use the template given on the unit’s Blackboard site.
Adhere to the template. Do not modify the general format. Do not add page header/footer. Having additional chapters is fine.
This report must be
typed in A4 pages in a single column with 1.5-line spacing, 4 cm left margin and 2 cm top, bottom and right margins
typed in a clear font of readable size Key Elements of the Report
Although the structure of an individual report may vary in consultation with the supervisor, the report must incorporate the following elements:
Cover Page, which includes o Unit Code and Title
o The heading “Progress Report”
o Project Title, Student Name and Student Number o Date of Submission in the format DD MMM YYYY o Supervisor(s) Name at the bottom of the page
Note: Adhere to the template. Do not add pictures or borders to the cover page. Project title
should be clear, concise and yet meaningful.
Do not include the logo of any organisation in the report without prior written consent
Page number shown in all pages except for the front cover page. Do not change the page
numbering format as provided in the template.
An Abstract in no more than 400 words. It should provide a clear and concise summary of the
project for a busy reader. This should be written last. Abstract should be self-contained. Do
not include figures, tables, or references in Abstract.
A Table of Contents. Note that a list of figures and a list of tables can be included after the
Table of Contents (each on a new page) but they are normally unnecessary.
An Introduction chapter
A Background or Literature Review chapter
A Proposed Approach chapter
A chapter on Preliminary Results and Discussions
A Conclusion chapter
References. Adequate and relevant references (of good quality) should be provided with
complete details and in a consistent and correct format. Ensure all references are cited properly in text. This is not just a list of reading material (or a bibliography); all references must have in-text citation. The default referencing style is APA. However, you may adopt a different style as instructed by your supervisor. For example, the IEEE style is commonly used in the field of Electrical Engineering. Please consult your supervisor when in doubt.
Appendices (if any) Page Limit
While there is no strict page limit, it is a general expectation that the report be no more than a maximum of 50 pages (counting all pages). An average length of a report would be around 30 pages.
Figures, Tables and Equations
Every figure/table must have a caption. The figure caption is typically placed below the figure, while table caption is above the table. Ensure all figures and tables are numbered appropriately.
All figures and tables must be referred to from your text. Do not assume that your reader will make the necessary connection between the text and the figure/table.
Colour figures and tables must be readable when printed in black-and-white.
Ensure equations are numbered appropriately.
Use of English
You must use formal English when writing your report. Spoken English, slang, informal abbreviations and first-person pronouns are to be avoided.
Proofreading
Proofread your report again and again. It should be of a professional quality and free from any typographical, grammatical and formatting errors.
Previously Presented Materials
Any relevant materials that you have presented in your Proposal and Risk Assessment Report can be included in your Progress Report.
Also, any relevant materials in your (ENS4152/ENS5145/ENS6126) Progress Report can be subsequently used in your (ENS4253/ENS5146/ENS6127) Final Report.
It is expected that you will progressively work towards your Final Report.
The examiners will look at what new contributions that you have made since last assessment.
If you are repeating this unit, similarity from your first attempt does not imply plagiarism. However, it suggests to some extent the level of improvement that you have made since your first attempt.
Report Submission
ECU Assignment Cover Sheet is not required.
Please submit your report online via the unit’s Blackboard site as one (1) PDF file using the following filename format: JO Progress Report by .pdf
is one of the following: ENS4152, ENS5145 or ENS6126
is a three-digit number made up of the current year in two-digit format, followed by 1 for Semester 1 or 2 for Semester 2
is your last/family name in all uppercase letters is your first/given name
For example, ENS4152 student Mr John CITIZEN in Semester 2, 2018 would have the filename: ENS4152 JO 182 Progress Report by CITIZEN John.pdf
Ensure your file format is PDF and one file only. Maximum file size: 20 MB
All reports will go through Turnitin.
Multiple submissions to Turnitin are allowed as long as it is before the due date. Any new submission you make will overwrite the previous one. Your last submission by due date will be taken as the final and the only version for assessment. Please take great care when submitting your work. The system will not allow you to re-submit after the due date.
Report submitted via email will not be accepted.
Late Submission
* * * Resubmission after the due date will not be allowed. * * *
Once you have submitted your work, you will not be able to re-submit after the due date.
If you have not submitted before, then the system will allow you to submit after the due date, but for
one time only. You will not get another chance. So, please be careful.
Please submit early to avoid late penalty. If you leave it to the last moment, then you choose to accept the risk of not getting it in on time. Some of the risks may be beyond your control such as internet outage or your dog ate your memory stick.