Professional Engineering: Summary Statement
| Competency Element | A brief summary of how you have applied the element | Paragraph number in the career episode(s) where the element is addressed | |
| PE 1 KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL BASE | |||
| PE1.1 Comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline. | 1. This project report was based on the Designing of Home Automation System. Moreover, I have evaluated the complete efficiency of my expected outcome.
2. This particular project report was based on the Designing of Automated Door Locking System. 3. This particular project report was based on the Design and Fabrication of Temperature Controller System. |
CE 1.1, CE 1.2 and CE 1.3
CE 2.1, CE 2.2 and CE 2.3
CE 3.1, CE 3.2 and CE 3.3 |
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| PE1.2 Conceptual understanding of the mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences, which underpin the engineering discipline. | I have the abilities of critical thinking and problem solving that I have successfully applied in this project. | CE 1.3.1
CE 2.3.1 CE 3.3.1 |
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| PE1.3 In-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline | 1. For the project of home automation system, I had the in depth knowledge of circuit integration.
2. For the project of design of door locking system, I had applied the in depth knowledge of circuit designing. 3. For the project of design of temperature controller system, I had applied my knowledge of analog circuit designing and integration. |
CE 1.3.1 and CE 1.3.3
CE 2.3.1 and CE 2.3.3 CE 3.3.1 and CE 3.3.3 |
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| PE1.4 Discernment of knowledge development and research directions within the engineering discipline | I had tested and customized the products. Moreover, I even had to perform various testing using software. | CE 1.3.3 and CE 1.3.5
CE 2.3.3 and CE 2.3.5 CE 3.3.3 and CE 3.3.5 |
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| PE1.5 Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline. | The fault stimulations were identified in the project and proper efficient outputs were obtained. | CE 1.3.1, CE 1.3.2
CE 2.3.1, CE 2.3.2 CE 3.3.1, CE 3.3.2 |
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| PE1.6 Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the specific discipline | I maintained good relation with my colleagues and this helped to diminish the issues of the projects. I undertook the contemporary engineering practice within my project. | CE 1.1, CE 1.3.1 and CE 1.3.2
CE 2.1.1, CE 2.3.1 and CE 2.3.2 CE 3.1.1, CE 3.3.1 and CE 3.3.2 |
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| PE 2 ENGINEERING APPLICATION ABILITY | |||
| PE2.1 Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving | I provided proper design after solving the issues faced in first attempt. I have applied various software for executing the three projects. | CE 1.3.3
CE 2.3.3 CE 3.3.3 |
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| PE2.2 Fluent application of engineering techniques, tools and resources. | The engineering techniques like circuit integration, microprocessors and circuit designing that I had utilized in these project were solely registered with tremendous fluency. I have even applied various significant software and inter personal communication skills. | CE 1.3.2 and CE 1.3.5
CE 2.3.2 and CE 2.3.5 CE 3.3.2 and CE 3.3.5 |
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| PE2.3 Application of systematic engineering synthesis and design processes. | I have applied my acute knowledge of project management and software. Hence, the designing of the projects were done easily. | CE 1.3.1, CE 2.3.1 and CE 3.3.1 | |
| PE2.4 Application of systematic approaches to the conduct and management of engineering projects | The three projects required the considerations of few destructive operation conditions that were needed for the applications. | CE 1.3.3 and CE 1.3.1
CE 2.3.3 and CE 2.3.1 CE 3.3.3 and CE 3.2.1 |
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| PE 3 PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES | |||
| PE3.1 Ethical conduct and professional Accountability | 1. I made sure that I was extremely ethical during all the projects and thus my ethical conduct and professional accountability was maintained.
2. The codes of conduct were being followed by me for executing this project properly and hence I was successful in completing my work. 3. I have maintained work ethics and made sure that I have also maintained them in this project. |
CE 1.3.2, CE 1.3.3, CE 2.3.2, CE 2.3.3, CE 3.3.2 and CE 3.3.3 | |
| PE3.2 Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains | I have fluency in three major languages and have excellent written communication skills for the professional fields. | CE 1.3.3, CE 1.3.4, CE 1.3.5, CE 2.3.3, CE 2.3.4, CE 2.3.5, CE 3.3.3, CE 3.3.4 and CE 3.3.5 | |
| PE3.3 Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour | I was extremely creative and provided innovative ideas for the betterment of the projects. | CE 1.3.3, CE 2.3.3 and CE 3.3.3 | |
| PE3.4 Professional use and management of information | 1. Although I came across various problems, I utilized my professional skills and intellect for solving them and thus was successful in achieving them.
2. As I had managerial skills, I have the ability to manage the entire team and in absence of my supervisor, I showed my managerial skills here. 3. I am successfully using my professional and management skills to manage the confidential information. |
CE 1.3.3, CE 1.3.4, CE 1.3.5, CE 2.3.3, CE 2.3.4, CE 2.3.5, CE 3.3.3, CE 3.3.4 and CE 3.3.5 | |
| PE3.5 Orderly management of self and professional conduct | 1. I managed the professional conduct and managed myself.
2. With the help of work ethics and managerial skills, I had managed myself in this project properly and given work progress report to my supervisor. 3. I took regular follow ups of the project for checking whether the project was being executed as per planning or not. |
CE 1.3.3, CE 1.3.4, CE 1.3.5, CE 1.3.4, CE 2.3.3, CE 2.3.4, CE 2.3.5, CE 2.3.4 CE 3.3.3, CE 3.3.4, CE 3.3.4 and CE 3.3.5 | |
| PE3.6 Effective team membership and team leadership | 1. This project was completed with excellent team work and proper team leadership.
2. I have excellent leadership skills; and in the absence of my project supervisor, I managed the team. 3. Being the project developer in this project, I had completed the work by providing a proper design of the temperature controller system. |
CE 1.4.4, CE 2.4.4 and CE 3.4.4 | |
I have successfully completed my Bachelor of Engineering in Computer from Pokhara Engineering College, Phirke, Pokhara, Kaski, Nepal in 2010. During these four years of study, I gained hand-on knowledge on computer engineering and information technology areas and my interest grew to broaden my understanding of this subject. My main area of interest was android in my college days. I have constantly been a bright student even in my school life and have maintained more than 75% aggregate throughout. I have worked in three noteworthy educational institutions like Janapriya Multiple Campus, Pokhara Engineering College and Academia International College as Computer Instructor, Teaching Assistant and Android Based Mobile Apps Development Instructor. I was responsible for providing instructions of computer languages like C or C++ and even android app development courses to my students. I also have hand-on experience on Android and Java. I work as a freelance mobile app developer and try to use my knowledge for better effectiveness. Therefore, I want to apply in Australian Immigration (Engineers Australia) to increase my professional skills and knowledge.
Academic Qualification
| Serial No. | Examination | School/University | Year of Passing | Percentage |
| 1. | BE in Computer | Pokhara Engineering College, Phirke, Pokhara, Kaski, Nepal | 2010 | CGPA/4 = 3.05 |
| 2. | Higher Secondary (Science) | Sagarmatha Higher Secondary School, Nayabazar, Pokhara, Kaski, Nepal | 2005 | 75.8% |
| 3. | School Leaving Certificate (Grade 9/10) | TOPS Higher Secondary School, Ranaghat-10, Pokhara, Kaski, Nepal | 2003 | 79.125% |
| 4. | Nursery to Grade 8 (District Level) | Notre Dame HSS, Bandipur, Tanahun, Nepal | 2002 (Grade 8) | 86.35% |
Work Experience
| Duration | Position | Company |
| December 2010 to May 2012 (1 year 6 months) | Computer Instructor | Janapriya Multiple Campus, Janapriya Marg, Nepal
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| June 2011 to May 2012 (1 year) | Teaching Assistant | Pokhara Engineering College, Phirke, Nepal |
| Please fill (6 months) | Android Based Mobile Apps Development Instructor | Academia International College, Nepal |
CE 3.1 Project Information
Name of the project: Design and Fabrication of Temperature Controller System
Location of the project: Please fill
Project Duration: Please fill
Organization: Please fill
Role and Designation during the time: Project Developer
CE 3.2 Project Background
CE 3.2.1 Characteristics of the project
The temperature control is the process, which helps in maintaining the temperature at a specific maximum or minimum level and also within the specified range. Hence, there is an extreme necessity of temperature controlling in the several regular activities. In the project, I have provided a proper design of the temperature controller system for ensuring that the thermal comfort is being maintained properly. The temperature controller system is more like the programmable thermostat at the desired temperature irrespective of the fluctuating weather. For this project, I have used PLC or programmable logic controller for the proper automation of the industrial processes. I had the knowledge of output voltages and hence had the core idea of conversion of voltage to the byte values. I made the project for converting the respective byte values to Centigrade scalar. Hence, for executing this project, I checked the functions and operations of all the components in driver circuit and provided the design of this system.
CE 3.2.2 Objectives developed for the project
This particular project of Design and Fabrication of Temperature Controller System was a major project in my engineering career and professional life. I made the project for converting temperature from byte value to Centigrade scale effectively and efficiently. Therefore, for obtaining accurate results from the project, I eventually developed few objectives, which are given below:
- To propose a proper and complete design for the temperature controller system.
- To optimize the overall cost of living and production in both industries and buildings.
- To eliminate the major hazards, which could result from the respective accidental neglect of cooling or heating appliances.
- To convert the byte value temperature to Centigrade scale.
- To detect the current temperature and feeding it as the input to the project’s microcontroller by a highly sensitive temperature sensor.
- To ensure that the microcontroller is initiating the sequence of control processes on the basis of configuration of control programs.
CE 3.2.3 My area of work
I was hired as the project developer for this particular project of Design and Fabrication of Temperature Controller System as I have enough field experience in core electronics projects. I have executed several projects in my career and thus executing this project alone was not a difficult task for me. Moreover, I had knowledge of temperature controlling effectively and thus proposing the design of this temperature control system was much easier. My supervisor had enough trust and confidence upon me and he was sure that I would be able to complete the project all by myself. Thus, I was selected as the project developer within the project.
CE 3.2.4 Project Group
| Project Supervisor |
| Project Developer (Me) |
| Head of the Department |
Figure 1: People involved in the project
CE 3.2.5 My responsibilities throughout the project
For completing the tasks, I was subsequently assigned for the work to propose a compressed design for the temperature controller system. I had to use the formula for converting the byte values to centigrade scalar and to make the project proper. I checked the output voltages from this temperature sensor and then converted these output voltages to the byte values. My other responsibilities included the programming of microcontroller and even the development of the control programs. Since, I was the project developer in this project, I even had to regulate the temperature changes by simply triggering the correct equipment and influencing the respective temperature. I also checked the function and operation of each and every project element. I, finally initiated the entire sequence of the control processes on the basis of control program configurations.
CE 3.3 Distinctive Activity
CE 3.3.1 Comprehending the Theory of Project
In this project, I had used the terminologies of temperature control system. The major terminologies are controlled variables, temperature sensor, effectors, controllers for processing the temperature, set point by the external operator, thermostat function for comparing the temperature status and temperature breach. I have utilized some of the major components of this proposed system of temperature controller. These components are power supplies, sensors, LCD or displays, controls, menu as well as functional unit and finally alarm unit. I have checked the step down transformer in this project. This transformer eventually steps down the received voltage from power outlet from 230V to 15V. Within the 15V voltage, I checked that around 5V is responsible for driving the microcontroller.
Figure 2: Flowchart of Project Methodology
I have selected the type of the input temperature sensor and the temperature range. Moreover, I selected the control algorithm of PID or proportional integral derivative. I also chose the on/off control. I followed the entire flowchart of the project methodology and combined the hardware and software components properly.
CE 3.3.2 Engineering knowledge and skills applied in the project
I had properly used my understanding of core acquaintance of electronics engineering. For the designing purpose, I had used the understanding of microprocessor and the elements of electronics engineering. Moreover, I also have better understanding of vector calculus, differential equations and complex variables for the proper integration of the project. I even applied my skill of analog and digital integrated circuit designing to make the circuit properly. For the software development purpose, I had to use my skill and understanding of C programming in this project.
CE 3.3.3 Accomplishment and Task Performed
For the accomplishment of the project, I have to test the functionality of the several sections of system. I had to design the entire system circuit and then develop the controlling algorithm. For software and hardware sequences, I made an entire system properly. I made the project channel perfectly for the temperature controller system.
Figure 3: Block diagram of Temperature Controller System
For the temperature display, I have used LCD and hence the values were displayed. The PIC microcontroller has read the data from temperature sensor that is within the output voltage. This specific system could operate in three distinct conditions on the basis of temperature range. I have used the microcontroller of Microchip PIC18F4550 and temperature sensor of LM35DZ. I also selected the alphanumeric LCD for having 2 lines of 16 characters each.
For the control program, I have used C language and hence executed the project properly. Regarding the hardware architecture, I kept the temperature sensor to read temperature and fan to cool the sensor. I even kept a bulb to heat the sensor and switches to set the lower and upper limit of temperature and a character LCD module to display the current temperature. Regarding the voltage, I have selected 5V and thus detected the temperature easily.
CE 3.3.4 Identified issues and their solutions
3.3.4.1 Issues
One of the problems, which I have confronted within the project was during stabilizing the output voltage of the temperature controller system. Between the ranges of 0 V to 15 V, I had selected the voltage of 10 V. As a result of this high voltage, I was not able to complete the project properly. Moreover, my experimental results was not equal to the desired results. The second issue that I had faced here was while choosing the microcontroller for the project. I selected microcontroller 8051 for this project and hence was not getting proper results.
3.3.4.2 Solutions
To resolve the first issue faced within the project, I had provided the solution that we should use 5 V as the output voltage. When this voltage was lower, I was able to reduce the errors and complexities of the project. Furthermore, finally the experimental results matched with the desired results. For the next issue of microcontroller, I gave the idea of selecting microcontroller Microchip PIC18F4550 and temperature sensor of LM35DZ. Hence, my issues were resolved easily and promptly.
CE 3.3.5 Plan to produce creative and innovative work
My chief plan was for to produce an advanced along with original effort by effectively working with my project supervisor. I also subdivided my works perfectly and then significantly ensured that I have completed every individual part with higher efficiency and effectiveness.
CE 3.3.6 Collaborative Work
I as well as my supervisor of project have completed this work collaboratively. I have tested the project functionalities repeatedly for the identification of the errors in this project and finally completed the work perfectly. Besides, I also arranged various meetings for the work with my head of the department.
CE 3.4 Project Review
CE 3.4.1 Project Overview
I have effectively ordered all the materials required for this work. I also have documented and noted the results while integrating my experiments. I have even utilized my understanding of analog circuit designing for making the design appropriately and perfectly. I have also used C programming language to provide the software architecture in this project.
CE 3.4.2 My Contribution to work
I have effectively proposed the design of temperature controller system, since I was the project developer. My other contribution to this project was to integrate the entire system properly and efficiently. I also found the various flaws of the project with proper solutions. I also compared my results with the desired results.
CE 1.1 Project Information
Name of the project: Designing of Home Automation System
Location of the project: Please fill
Project Duration: Please fill
Organization: Please fill
Role and Designation during the time: Team Member of the Project
CE 1.2 Project Background
CE 1.2.1 Characteristics of the project
Home automation system is responsible for making the major operations of the home appliances extremely convenient and even for saving energy. This type of system makes human life much easier and simpler. The main examples of such devices are centralized controlling of lighting equipment, kitchen appliances, security systems, air conditioners, air heaters and many more. In this project, I have designed and fabricated the home automation system with lower expenses as well as wireless system. I have designed the system for the purpose of assisting or providing support to fulfil the major requirements of disabled and elderly in home. I used android application that could stream the video of the IP Camera. For the control system, I have implemented wireless technology for providing remote access even from the smart phones. For designing purpose, I have used Raspberry pi as the credit sized system. Thus, in this particular project, I have provided a compressed design for the proposed Home Automation System.
CE 1.2.2 Objectives developed for the project
During this project of Home Automation System, I have developed a user-friendly system, which could be easily used for the elderly and disabled persons. I also ensured this system is supported by all devices that are capable of Wi-Fi. Therefore, to complete this project with better efficiency, I developed the following objectives:
- To design a prototype for the home automation system and providing distinct features.
- To control the various home appliances with the help of applications like voice mode and switch mode.
- To develop such an application, which could include the several features of voice mode as well as switch mode application for controlling the switches.
- To stream the real time video from the respective IP cameras. And receive quality video.
- To utilize secured protocols over the Wi-Fi connection so that other the devices could not control or manage the home applications.
- To secure the connection channels within Raspberry pi and application and to select SSL as the option for secured connections over SSH and TCP.
- To make these home appliances extremely flexible to control and allow them to be controlled by any device that has capability of connecting to Wi-Fi and could be controlled from remote locations.
- To make the system platform extensible for the future enhancements.
CE 1.2.3 My area of work
I was selected as a responsible team member in the project. I have proper field experiences for all types of electronics projects and hence I bear fundamental knowledge for electronics engineering. Therefore, I was selected for completing the project with all of the members of my team under the significant guidance of our project supervisor. I have elementary knowledge of integrated circuits, integrated applications and microprocessors or computer architecture and hence completing this particular project was extremely easy. My key work area was to develop a prototype for the project by providing a compact design of the system. Being a responsible team member, I undertook the duty of giving regular updates to my project supervisor.
CE 1.2.4 Project Group
Figure 1: People involved in the project
CE 1.2.5 My responsibilities throughout the project
As a team member within the project, I had some of the most significant responsibilities like providing a complete and compact design for the home automation system. I even had to design the basic prototype for the system to control the several home appliances, which could be controlled or managed wirelessly through applications. I even made sure that the developed application could provide features of video streaming, switch mode and speech recognition. Since, this system was made for disabled and elderly person, I made the design extremely user-friendly. Regarding interfacing, I have used Raspberry Pi and used transistor as the switch. My other responsibilities included using secure protocols over the connection of Wi-Fi, with the purpose that no other device could control these home appliances. I selected SSL protocol for secured connection over SSH and TCP. For the real time video streaming, I have used IP cameras in this project. Moreover, for developing the application, I have also used switch mode and voice mode o control these switches of the home appliances.
CE 1.3 Distinctive Activity
CE 1.3.1 Comprehending the Theory of Project
In the project, I have utilized six significant technology exposures, which are Google’s android open-source technologies, Wi-Fi technology, utilizing transistor as the switch, interfacing the relays with DC or AC power sources, embedded programming and interfacing wireless adapters to raspberry pi. There are some of the major system, which could easily control the home appliances with the help of android based devices. After proper research, I came up with the idea to design the system with application layer prototype. It could synthesize the respective speech data and hence could be analysed for further processing.
I performed the connection of android applications with raspberry pi by utilizing socket programming.
Figure 2: Block Diagram of Proposed Home Automation System
I have used Wi-Fi technology since it is better than Bluetooth and ZigBee. The bandwidth of the Wi-Fi technology is exceeded to 150 Mbps and is also ideal for the video transmission. For controlling electronics, I have used Raspberry pi as project controller since it has processing power as well as large developer community. There are subsequently 4 relays that are associated with the power strip and GPIO pins for connecting to the transistors. Regarding software environment, I have used android developer tool or ADT for building the android applications to receive the respective live video feed. I have also used RPI-GPIO interface library to execute the project properly.
CE 1.3.2 Engineering knowledge and skills applied in the project
To complete the project, I had utilized my elementary knowledge of integrated circuits as well as applications. Moreover, I had also applied understanding of electronics devices, microprocessors and circuits for properly integrating the system. For designing purpose, I have applied circuit designing and error control coding. For the software development, I have used my knowledge of Java and Python.
CE 1.3.3 Accomplishment and Task Performed
I have completed the task by executing several experiments and tests. I design the power strips and connected the relays to the power strips.
Figure 3: Block Diagram of Hardware Description
I have used two programming languages of Java and Python for this project. Since, the application was developed on android, Java platform was used and for writing the codes of server, I have used Python language. Since, Raspbian is the free OS and it comes with over 35000 packages, I took the decision to use this OS in my project.
Table 1: Cost Estimation of Project
I designed the system for assisting and providing support to the elderly as well as disabled people in home. For security purpose, I have used IP cameras to control the video streaming. The home appliances could be easily controlled through the mobile or tablet. I have made the design for the android devices with lower API version than 16 for converting the speech data to the string data.
CE 1.3.4 Identified issues and their solutions
1.3.4.1 Issues
The foremost issue, which I have faced here was while analysing the data and activating the GPIO or general purpose input output pins. During the connection of these GPIO pins with the relays switch, I was getting erroneous data and hence our project results were not correct. The second issue that I had faced was that, I have selected the android devices, with much lower version of API. Previously, I had selected the version of 10 and hence all the devices were not supporting this version and I was not getting my desired output. Moreover, I selected relays of higher volt and ampere than the usual range for better results and hence the cost of the project went up than the normal range.
1.3.4.2 Solutions
For the first issue, I gave the solution for analysing the data in a better effectiveness. Hence, I was able to active the GPIO pins. Moreover, I changed the PCB for better connection of relays switch and GPIO pins. With this PCB, I finally got the error free data. For the next issue, I provided the solution of using API version lower than 16 and hence all the devices were supporting our project. Finally, for the third issue, I have used relays of 6V and 3A and the price was reduced.
CE 1.3.5 Plan to produce creative and innovative work
I had made the distinct plans to accomplish the project works with higher effectiveness and efficiency. I have also attended various workshops before initiating my work. I got appropriate and accurate knowledge about microprocessor as well as integrated circuits.
CE 1.3.6 Collaborative Work
Collaboration of work was one of the major factors in this specific project. I provided the weekly progress report to my project supervisor. I even gave presentations in front of the HOD in every month.
CE 1.4 Project Review
CE 1.4.1 Project Overview
The project had been helpful to me for learning to design the prototype of home automation system. The automatic controlling of the electronic or electrical devices are involved with wireless communications. I have used Java and Python languages for the android software development.
CE 1.4.2 My Contribution to work
Here, I was chosen as the responsible member of team by my project supervisor. My foremost contribution was proposing a compact and accurate design of the home automation system. I have also developed this application for all versions of android and have used programming languages of Java and Python for the software development.
Project Information
Name of the project: Designing of Automated Door Locking System
Location of the project: Please fill
Project Duration: Please fill
Organization: Please fill
Role and Designation during the time: Chief Electronics Engineer
CE 2.2 Project Background
CE 2.2.1 Characteristics of the project
The automated door locking system helps to lock as well as unlock the door automatically. There had been several control systems that are utilized for the proper prevention of access to any type of unauthorized user. During this project, I have utilized various electronics parts for the purpose of building the integrated security system for any building after the utilization of Microcontroller as well as Bluetooth technology. I made thus automated door locking system in extremely lower cost in comparison to the other available security systems. My main motive was to make the system that would provide constant service with registered passwords to lock and unlock the door. I have used two methods in this system. In the first method, the user have to enter the password for door locking and in the second method, this user would again enter password for unlocking that door. As a result, in the project, I have delivered the design of the automated door locking system by using Bluetooth device of HC-05.
CE 2.2.2 Objectives developed for the project
I have developed the design of automated door locking system for locking as well as unlocking the doors. I took the decision to use Bluetooth technology and microcontroller technology for making the system more safe and secured. I selected GSM technology for making the system automated. I even ensured that this door locking system could be used with all versions of android devices. Hence, to complete the project with utmost efficiency as well as priority, some of the important objectives were developed by me.
- To provide a complete and compact design for the Automated Door Locking System.
- To use several electronic parts that are available easily and hence build the integrated security system for any building.
- To utilize Microcontroller technology and Bluetooth devices for the integration purpose.
- To provide services at extremely lower costs in comparison to the other expensive systems.
- To make the system supported by every version of android device and also provide a user-friendly environment to the users.
- To compare and contrast the experimental results with the desired results.
CE 2.2.3 My area of work
Being an electronics engineer, it was quite easier for me to provide the design of the automated door locking system and hence I was selected as the chief electronics engineer. I had proper idea of data interpretation and thus the ASCII characters that are sent by the android phones by proper means of my developed application. Since, I had been a part of several important electronics projects, I had a basic idea of these types of systems. I even had the ideas of Android SDK to develop the android application. Hence, since I had proper knowledge of android application and automatic systems, I was recruited as the chief electronics engineer.
CE 2.2.4 Project Group
Figure 1: People involved in the project
CE 2.2.5 My responsibilities throughout the project
During the accomplishment of this project, I had various responsibilities. My most noteworthy responsibility was to propose a proper design for the automated door locking system. My other responsibility was to use the several electronics parts and even to build the integrated security systems. I was also assigned for the work to use the microcontroller technology and Bluetooth device for integrating the security systems. The other responsibilities that I had in this project was to interpret the data as well as ASCII characters. For developing the application, I even connected the microcontroller for configuring at the same baud rate. I also ensured that there is a proper functionality of all the system blocks.
CE 2.3 Distinctive Activity
CE 2.3.1 Comprehending the Theory of Project
The automated door locking system is one of the major and the most significant features on the various types of buildings. These systems have become extremely popular for the development of the elective and efficient electronic devices for providing security. I have used the android door locking system for both indoor and outdoor key lock systems.
Figure 2: Block Diagram of Automated Door Locking System
For displaying the messages, I have used LCD module and the systems comprise of the lesser manual operations for maintaining the reliability and flexibility within the system. I have selected the Atmega16 microcontroller for the programming purpose. The microcontroller could perform the simpler math operations for the purpose of monitoring the digital inputs. I also have used the Bluetooth device of HC-05 with 6 pins, namely Vcc, GND, TX, RX, Key and LED. I pre-programmed it as the slave and made it master for checking the pin configuration. I set the default rate of data transmission as 9600 kbps and selected the range as 30m.
CE 2.3.2 Engineering knowledge and skills applied in the project
To execute this project, I have applied my understanding of digital system designing for this project. For making the door locking system automated, I have used Android, since it has user interface on the basis of direct manipulation for being used in the touchscreen mobile device. As I had the idea of stepper motor properly, I selected this electromechanical device for converting the electrical power to mechanical power. I even have used my acquaintance of this motor as it needs 24 electricity pulses for moving the 24 steps and make one completed revolution. I have even applied my familiarity of this Bluetooth device of HC -05 and the microcontroller of ATmega16 and thus execution of the project was much easier.
CE 2.3.3 Accomplishment and Task Performed
I have completed my tasks by ensuring that each and every system block is functioning proper in the system.
| Serial No. | System Block | Functions |
| 1. | Microcontroller | As the data processing center |
| 2. | Android Phone | As the data inputs. |
| 3. | Bluetooth Module HC -05 | As the data receiver |
| 4. | Battery of 5V | As the power supply |
| 5. | Light Emitting Diodes | As the main indicator |
Table 1: Functions of System Blocks
I have interpreted the data that is sent by the android phone. In the beginning of the project, I configured the Bluetooth module of HC-05 by the default baud rate of 9600 after connecting it to the microcontroller by configuring it at the same baud rate. I selected this microcontroller of ATmega16, since it can understand the ASCII format. Moreover, it comprised of the analog to digital converter, serial communication port, high speed timer and interrupt capabilities. I even developed the android application by using the Android SDK, where the Android is the mobile OS on the basis of Linux kernel. There is user interface on the basis of direct manipulation that is being utilized for the touchscreen mobile devices. I made the project on the basis of Android platform that is Free Open Source Software.
CE 2.3.4 Identified issues and their solutions
2.3.4.1 Issues
The most important concern that I have confronted in this project was during selecting the Bluetooth module. I had previously selected the version of ESP8266 Arduino compatible serial ESP-01. This was providing erroneous results to this project and the door locking system was not working properly. The second issue that I had faced here was setting the rate of data transmission. I had selected the data rate of 8000 kbps and hence got the result that was not expected in this project. These issues were bringing major delays in the project.
2.3.4.2 Solutions
For the first problem of selection of Bluetooth module, I gave the solution of HC- 05 version. Since, this module was easier to use the Bluetooth SPP or Serial Port Protocol for designing the transparent wireless serial connection setup. I easily connected this module with V2.0+EDR at 3mbps. For the next issue, I understood that higher data rate transmission would be required in the project and thus gave the idea of using 9600kbps. These solutions helped in resolving the issues properly.
CE 2.3.5 Plan to produce creative and innovative work
To execute this particular project of Designing of Automated Door Locking System, I had to make a distinct plan for producing excellent designs as well as works. Being one of the electronics engineer by profession, it was my core duty to make the design for this door locking system with appropriate efficiency and accurateness.
CE 2.3.6 Collaborative Work
I provided suggestions to my team for working altogether for the reason that it becomes stress-free for each of us to make the project successful. I then distributed the various tasks equally within my other members of the team and undertook daily work follow ups.
CE 2.4 Project Review
CE 2.4.1 Project Overview
The key purpose of this project was proposing a suitable design for automated door locking system. For this particular purpose, I had to use my information of Bluetooth module of HC-05 as well as microcontroller technology of ATmega16 to integrate the design.
CE 2.4.2 My Contribution to work
I was assigned as the chief electronics engineer in this detailed project of Designing of Automated Door Locking System. My chief contribution was proposing the accurate design for this project and also solving the several issues faced by us.
Career Resume
Personal Details
Name: Dev Bahadur Gurung
Nationality: Please fill
Mobile: 0450799140
E–mail: devgrg@gmail.com
Address: Please fill
Date of Birth: Please fill
Career Conspectus
To secure a position where I can effectively contribute my skills and abilities for the growth of the organization and build my professional career.
Work Experience
| Duration | Position | Company | Responsibilities |
| December 2010 to May 2012 (1 year 6 months) | Computer Instructor | Janapriya Multiple Campus, Janapriya Marg, Nepal
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· Providing instructions regarding C, C++ and Oracle 8i to the students of BBA (Bachelors of Business Administration) in practical lab.
· Instructing students with Networking and Management duties of System. |
| June 2011 to May 2012 (1 year) | Teaching Assistant | Pokhara Engineering College, Phirke, Nepal | · Teaching C and C++ to BE level students. |
| Please fill (6 months) | Android Based Mobile Apps Development Instructor | Academia International College, Nepal | · Instructing android app development courses to Bachelor Students of Computer Science and Information Technology, 4th Semester. |
Educational Qualification
| Serial No. | Examination | School/University | Year of Passing | Percentage |
| 1. | BE in Computer | Pokhara Engineering College, Phirke, Pokhara, Kaski, Nepal | 2010 | CGPA/4 = 3.05 |
| 2. | Higher Secondary (Science) | Sagarmatha Higher Secondary School, Nayabazar, Pokhara, Kaski, Nepal | 2005 | 75.8% |
| 3. | School Leaving Certificate (Grade 9/10) | TOPS Higher Secondary School, Ranaghat-10, Pokhara, Kaski, Nepal | 2003 | 79.125% |
| 4. | Nursery to Grade 8 (District Level) | Notre Dame HSS, Bandipur, Tanahun, Nepal | 2002 (Grade 8) | 86.35% |
Software Development (Android/ Java) Experiences
- Lead Android Developer: At New IT Venture, Nepal. From April 2013 to March 2014.
- Android Developer: At Java Software Nepal.
- Freelance Mobile App Developer.
Declaration:
I, the undersigned, hereby declare that information furnished above is true, correct & complete to the best of my knowledge.
Date: Signature
(DEV BAHADUR GURUNG)
