The design process
The first three phrases of the design process:
Phase 1. Formulating the problem to identify the range of aspects of the task that may be investigated further. This leads to a statement of the design problem.
Phase 2. Generate a range of design concepts for solving the problem.
Phase 3. Critique and evaluate the proposed concepts to select the best solution.
There are two parts of individual work required for each of these phases.
Learning Portfolio
The first part (A) requires a short essay style written assignment covering the three Phases of the Design Process. The second part (B) requires a critical analysis of the written work of your peers. The “critical analysis” of your peers will contribute to your marks and will constitute valuable feedback.
- Individual Assessment worth 30% of the Final Mark
Experience -> Reflect -> Demonstrate what you have learned through writing
- Demonstrate critical analysis and constructive feedback of the work of your peers
- Activities are aligned to the project (not in addition to the project)
Calibrated Peer Review (CPR)
Peer review and assessment is used to encourage students to learn from each other about the design process and about writing an effective submission. By reviewing and assessing other students' work you learn to think carefully about writing to criteria, and receive prompt feedback on your own work. You also have the chance to see and learn from what other students are doing and thinking. Peer review is an important skill to develop.
As a professional engineer you will be expected to intelligently review proposals and reports written by your professional peers. It is a valuable skill to develop while you are a student as this will enhance your professional capability.
Procedure for Each Phase
Go to ProjectOverview
See the Facilitation Guide links under ProjectOverview
- Do the Individual Preparation
Submit your Individual Preparation on the wiki using IndividualProjectSubmission
- Go to lecture
- Go to mentor meeting and work on Group activity
- Get the template and address the questions
- Upload your work to CPR
- Review the work of others