RUBRICS for Automobile Club

Name of the Department: Basic Sciences and Engineering (F. Y. B.Tech.)

Name of the Program: Cocurricular Activity (CCA)
Academic Year: 2024-25 Semester: 1 and 2
Name of the Course (Course Code): F-023

Cocurricular Activity: PICT Automobile Club

Brief Description of Activity:
The PICT Automobile Club is a dynamic, student-driven organization focused on the design, development, and manufacturing of electric go-
karts. The club provides a platform for interdisciplinary collaboration, where students from various engineering disciplines come together to
apply their technical knowledge in a hands-on environment. Through their work, members gain practical experience in areas such as mechanical
design, electrical systems, and project management.
The club’s primary goal is to build competitive electric go-karts for participation in prestigious national and international competitions. Students
are involved in every phase of the project—from conceptualization and CAD modeling to fabrication, assembly, and performance testing—
offering them the opportunity to enhance their engineering skills while tackling real-world challenges in electric vehicle technology. The PICT
Automobile Club emphasizes innovation, teamwork, and leadership, preparing students for future careers in the automotive and engineering
industries.

Objectives:
1. Enable students to apply theoretical knowledge from various engineering disciplines (mechanical, electrical, electronics, etc.) in a real-
world automotive project.
2. Foster teamwork among students from different departments to simulate a professional working environment.
3. Encourage innovation in design and engineering while solving real-world technical challenges.
4. Develop project planning, budgeting, time management, and leadership skills.
Outcomes: (Skills to be Acquired: Cognitive (Knowledge), Psychomotor (Skills), Affective(Attitude)
1. Demonstrate the ability to design, prototype, and manufacture an electric go-kart using engineering principles
2. Effectively work in interdisciplinary teams, managing different roles, and communicating across departments.
3. Tackle engineering challenges in electric vehicle design (such as battery management, motor efficiency, chassis design) with innovative
solutions.
4. Plan and execute a project within given constraints (time, budget, resources), demonstrating leadership and accountability

Mapping with Program Outcomes (PO-1 to PO-12 & PSO-1 to PSO 3):

CO-PO Articulation Matrix:

CO PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 PO5 PO6 PO7 PO8 PO9 PO10 PO11 PO12
F023-1 3 3 3 3 3 2 2 - - - 1 3
F023-2 3 - - - - - - - 3 - 1 3
F023-3 3 3 3 3 3 2 2 - - - 1 3
F023-4 3 - - - - - - - - 2 3 3
F023 3 3 3 3 3 2 2 - 3 2 2 3

Methodology and Guidelines for Implementation:

Research & Conceptualization: Start with a comprehensive literature review on electric vehicle technology and existing go-kart designs.
Encourage students to apply theoretical knowledge of dynamics, mechanics, and electrical systems (motors, controllers, batteries).
CAD Modeling: Use tools like SolidWorks or Autodesk to develop detailed 3D models of the go-kart, including the chassis, suspension, and
drive train. Focus on design optimization through iterative prototyping and simulation.
Prototype and Manufacture: Guide students through building the physical prototype, using techniques like welding, CNC machining, and 3D
printing. Ensure students apply safety standards and testing protocols.
 Project Planning: Guide students through creating a detailed project plan with defined timelines, budget, and resource allocations. Use Gantt
charts or tools like MS Project to monitor progress.
Budget Management: Assign a limited budget for components, materials, and tools. Encourage cost-effective solutions and tracking of
expenses to manage finances.
Leadership Development: Rotate leadership roles to ensure each team member takes responsibility for specific tasks. Provide guidance on
conflict management, decision-making, and accountability.

Suggested Activities for Students

1. Research & Conceptualization (Initial Stage):
 Activity: Literature review on electric vehicle technology, research on existing electric go-kart designs.
 Objective: Develop an understanding of EV components like batteries, motors, controllers.
 Outcome: A research report and design concept sketches.
2. Design & Simulation:
 Activity: CAD modeling and simulation of the go-kart (using tools like SolidWorks, ANSYS, etc.).
 Objective: Develop design thinking and understand the impact of different variables.
 Outcome: A digital model of the go-kart, simulation results for performance validation.
3. Fabrication and Assembly:
 Activity: Manufacturing of the chassis, integration of electrical systems, and assembly of the go-kart.
 Objective: Gain hands-on experience in fabrication, welding, electrical wiring, etc.
 Outcome: A fully assembled and functional electric go-kart.
 4. Presentation & Documentation:
 Activity: Prepare a final report and presentation of the project.
 Objective: Develop communication skills, technical documentation, and the ability to defend design choices.
 Outcome: A comprehensive project report, technical documentation, and final presentation.

Rubric for Literature Review and Conceptualization Activity:

Needs Improvement (2
Criteria Excellent (5 points) Good (4 points) Satisfactory (3 points)
or less points)

Comprehensive review of EV
Good research covering Basic research with limited
technology and go-kart designs, Minimal research; lacks
Depth of Research major components with a sources or some gaps in
with references to a variety of depth or critical sources.
few relevant sources. understanding.
credible sources.

Thorough understanding of
Clear understanding of most Some understanding of
Understanding of batteries, motors, controllers, and Little to no understanding
major EV components, with components, but with several
EV Components how they integrate into an EV of EV components.
minor gaps. gaps or errors.
system.

Well-organized, professionally Clear and logically Report is somewhat Poorly organized, lacks
Quality of Report presented, and clearly written with organized, with most organized, but lacks detail or clarity, and fails to provide
detailed insights. sections well-developed. clarity in some areas. sufficient detail.

Innovative design sketches that Design sketches show good Basic design sketches, with Lack of creativity in
Creativity of Design
reflect original thought and apply application of research with limited innovation or reliance design, with minimal or
Concepts
research insights effectively. some originality. on standard models. unclear sketches.

Citation & Proper citation of all sources in an Sources are cited with minor Some sources cited, but lacks Little to no citation or
 Needs Improvement (2
Criteria Excellent (5 points) Good (4 points) Satisfactory (3 points)
or less points)

consistency or completeness improper documentation

Documentation appropriate format, with no errors. errors or inconsistencies.
in documentation. of sources.

Rubric for Design & Simulation Activity:

Needs Improvement (2 or
Criteria Excellent (5 points) Good (4 points) Satisfactory (3 points)
less points)

Well-developed model with

Highly detailed and accurate digital Basic model with most key Incomplete or inaccurate
most components accurately
CAD Modeling model, including all key components, but lacks model with major
represented, some minor details
components and features. precision or completeness. components missing.
missing.

Simulation Simulation setup is comprehensive Well-constructed simulation Simulation executed, but with Simulation setup is
Setup & and accurate, with correct boundary with accurate parameters, but some setup errors or missing incomplete or incorrect,
Execution conditions and parameters. minor setup issues. parameters affecting results. leading to invalid results.

Thorough analysis of key variables Limited analysis, with a few Little to no analysis of
Good analysis of major
Analysis of (e.g., weight, aerodynamics, power key variables considered, but variables or incorrect
variables with minor areas not
Variables distribution) and their impact on some ignored or poorly understanding of their
explored.
performance. understood. impact.

Simulation results are well- Simulation results are mostly Results are presented, but
Results are incomplete,
Simulation presented, with clear validation of accurate, with some with limited validation or
inaccurate, or fail to
Results performance metrics (speed, torque, performance validation, but unclear conclusions on
validate performance.
efficiency, etc.). lacks clarity in some areas. performance.

Use of Tools Proficient use of CAD and Good use of tools, showing solid Basic use of tools, with some Incorrect or inefficient use
 Needs Improvement (2 or
Criteria Excellent (5 points) Good (4 points) Satisfactory (3 points)
less points)

simulation tools (e.g., SolidWorks,

understanding but with minor errors or limited functionality of tools, demonstrating
ANSYS), demonstrating advanced
gaps or inefficiencies. used. lack of understanding.
skill and knowledge.

Rubric for Fabrication and Assembly Activity:

Needs Improvement (2 or
Criteria Excellent (5 points) Good (4 points) Satisfactory (3 points)
less points)

Highly precise fabrication of Good fabrication with minor Basic fabrication, but with Poor fabrication quality, with
Fabrication
chassis and other components, defects that do not affect noticeable defects or significant defects or
Quality
with no visible defects. functionality. imperfections. misalignments.

Welding and Strong, clean, and accurate welds Good welds with minor Satisfactory welds with Poor welding, weak joints,
Mechanical with no misalignments; imperfections; mechanical some misalignments or and significant misalignments
Assembly components assembled perfectly. assembly is mostly accurate. weak points in assembly. in assembly.

Wiring is well-organized, secure, Basic wiring, but some

Wiring is mostly organized Poor wiring with disorganized
Electrical System and follows safety standards; connections are
and secure, with minor issues or unsafe connections;
Integration components are connected disorganized or lack
or loose connections. multiple errors.
correctly. security.

Basic functionality
All systems (electrical, Most systems function Significant performance or
Functionality of achieved, but with some
mechanical) work flawlessly and correctly with minor functionality issues, with
Systems noticeable performance
integrate perfectly. integration issues. multiple system failures.
issues.

Safety Standards Fabrication adheres to safety Mostly adheres to safety Basic adherence to safety Poor safety adherence, with
 Needs Improvement (2 or
Criteria Excellent (5 points) Good (4 points) Satisfactory (3 points)
less points)

standards and best practices; safe standards, with minor lapses standards, with some significant risks or non-
and Compliance
working conditions maintained. in best practices. noticeable safety concerns. compliance with standards.

Rubric for Presentation & Documentation Activity:

Needs Improvement (2 or
Criteria Excellent (5 points) Good (4 points) Satisfactory (3 points)
less points)

Well-organized, clearly
Clarity and Good organization with most Report is mostly organized, Poorly organized report,
structured report with a logical
Organization of sections well-structured; but some sections are unclear with unclear structure and
flow, and all sections are
Report minor issues in flow or clarity. or lack detail. missing details.
detailed.

Highly detailed technical Limited or missing technical

Good documentation, with Basic documentation, with
Technical documentation, including documentation, with
most technical aspects some missing details or lack
Documentation specifications, schematics, and significant gaps in
covered and explained clearly. of clarity in technical aspects.
data. information.

Highly engaging and

Good presentation, with clear Basic presentation skills, with Poor presentation skills,
professional presentation, with
Presentation Skills delivery and minor issues in some lack of clarity or unclear delivery, or lack of
clear delivery and confident
confidence or engagement. engagement. engagement.
body language.

Clearly and confidently defends Defends most design choices

Basic defense of design Struggles to defend design
Ability to Defend design choices, responds to well, but with minor gaps in
choices, with some difficulty choices or respond to
Design Choices questions with depth and depth or accuracy of
in addressing questions. questions accurately.
accuracy. responses.
 Needs Improvement (2 or
Criteria Excellent (5 points) Good (4 points) Satisfactory (3 points)
less points)

All sources are properly cited, Most sources are cited Basic citation of sources, but Little to no citation or
Citation and
and references are formatted correctly, with minor with several errors or incorrect referencing of
Referencing
correctly with no errors. formatting errors. inconsistencies. sources.