Understanding the university’s Vehicle Access Control System, which is equipped with ANPR camera and card reader.
Main objective of the assessment
The aim of this assessment for engineering students at foundation level is to investigate Brunel University vehicle access control system at its functional level. Students will look at major components, their operational features and integration. It is also expected that after investigating the product, students will be able to develop their own ideas or thoughts in the improvement or enhancement of the functionality of the product or service.

Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcome for the assessment
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the foundations of the different aspects of engineering.

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of materials used in engineering.

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the role of the engineer.

Ability to investigate a product or service according to a client brief.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally that enables documents and projects results to be presented at a good standard.

Format of the Assessment with mark distribution
Please keep in mind that you should follow the structure below in your report.
Format with Mark Distribution
Introduction – 10%
Functional block diagram of the product/system showing major components – 20%
Working Principle and operational features of the components – 20%
Integration with other components – 20%
Any improvement or enhancement of the product – 20%
Conclusion – 10%