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A5. Reporting and Presenting
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A4. Making and Testing Models and Prototypes
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Association [CSA]), and conventions (e.g., for dimensions, symbols, and abbreviations);
A3.3 accurately interpret technical drawings and specifications.
By the end of this course, students will:
A4.1 compare various kinds of models (e.g., con- ceptual, physical, virtual, theoretical) and proto- types (e.g., proof-of-principle, functional, form study), taking into account the tools, equipment, procedures, and materials required to produce them (e.g., tools: fabric shears, computer-aided design [CAD] software, computer numerical con- trol [CNC] machine tools; equipment: computer, cut-out pattern; procedures: tracing, forming; materials: matt board, starch, linen, neoprene);
A4.2 describe ways to assess models on the basis of various design criteria (e.g., societal needs, functionality, size, weight, durability, aesthetics, use of recyclable materials, cultural appropriateness);
A4.3 identify and describe equipment (e.g., decibel meter, height gauge, compression tester) for assess- ing prototypes.
By the end of this course, students will:
A5.1 demonstrate an understanding of industry- standard terminology (e.g., scale versus ruler, artistic drawing versus technical drawing);
A5.2 investigate and compare a variety of presen- tation methods (e.g., oral report, multimedia pres- entation, use of presentation software, use of over- head versus LCD projector, multimedia versus slides) based on relevant criteria (e.g., cost, ease of use, effectiveness for delivering intended message);
A5.3 describe the characteristics of various styles and formats for tracking and reporting the pro- gress of a project (e.g., journals, portfolios, blogs).
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