MSTM 4100 Evaluation Guide for Project Proposals
(Draft and Final)

The Instructor and Supervisor may use the following as a guidelines to assist in assigning grades to both the Draft and Final Project Proposal for MSTM 4100.

Components of the Proposal

Introduction

Background: Appropriate explanation of problem/background information

Purpose: Clear and concise statement of reports purpose

Scope

Appropriate and clearly articulated scope

Procedure

Appropriate and clearly explained methods/indication of research sources

Time Schedule

• Complete/logical, indicating clear and thoughtful planning
• Related to project tasks
• Reader-friendly format

Facilities/Equipment Requirements

• Complete and thorough
• Reader-friendly format

Budget

• Complete and thorough
• Reader-friendly format

Summary

• Review of main points
• Reminder of importance/benefits of project

Documentation

• Accurate/appropriate in-text documentation (where applicable)
• Error-free References list/appropriate sources cited in References list

Appendices (if applicable)

• Appropriate material
• Appropriate format

Overall Impression

• Reasonable topic (appropriate, feasible, logical approach)
• Appropriate format
• Logical organization
• Appropriate technical information
• Proper documentation
• Effective communication skills
• Appropriate length