1. Creekview Senior Project Proposal Form 2012-13
Student Name (please print) Mikaela Melnychuk
Teacher Mrs. Lester Date August 17 2012
All questions must be completed thoroughly to receive approval for your Senior Project. Some
projects will be submitted to a committee for final approval. This form must be completed and
returned to your senior English teacher by Friday, August 17, 2012. You will not be allowed to
change your topic after October 12, 2012.
The Senior Project is subject to the plagiarism policies set forth by the district and Creekview High
School.
1) Describe the overall topic of your Senior Project.
I will be restoring a car.
2) What is your previous experience in this area of study?
I have no previous experience in this area of study; however, I have observed family members
working on vehicles throughout my life.
3) To what career will you connect this project (required)?
I will connect this project to the career of an automobile mechanic.
4) Describe what you are proposing to do for your Product step-by-step and in detail. Write on the
back of this sheet if necessary.
I plan to restore a classic 1978 Corvette to running condition. To begin with, I will fix the faulty
wiring. This will include the wiring to the battery, so it does not drain the battery within days. Then, I
will fix the engine. This will include replacing belts, tubes, and other various items so the engine does
not leak any type of substance. After that is done, I will be replacing the interior. This will include
stripping the whole interior and replacing the seats, the stereo system, and the fabric.
5) How is this project a “learning stretch” and a challenge for you?
This is a “learning stretch” to me because I will learn a lot of the skills it takes to be a
mechanic.
6) What are your estimated costs for completing the Product, and how will you fund these costs?
The estimate cost for this project is about $5000 for all of the supplies needed. I will acquire
this money from my parents.
7) Who have you chosen (or are considering choosing) as your Project Facilitator?
Andres Rickter (Auto-mechanic)
8) What is this person’s expertise in this field?
Andres Rickter has been a mechanic for many years and has worked on a variety of different
car brands.