3. Create - (i) Construct a logical plan that describes the efficient use of time and resources, sufficient for peers to be able to follow to create the solution.
By the end of year 5 you should be able to:
- construct a series of logical steps to create the solution, using charts, diagrams and text that include aspects of quality control and quality assurance
- construct a plan to create the solution that makes effective use of resources and time
- construct a clear and concise plan that peers will be able to follow to create the solution
In objective C, your role switches from designer to prototype-developer or manufacturer. Objective C focuses on the realization or creation of a solution to a problem.
One of the most difficult aspects of design is to take an idea and create a product that someone can interact with: a solution to a problem. In objective B, you developed planning drawings and/or diagrams to clearly depict what you are making. In this first strand of objective C, you detail how they will make your solution.
By constructing a logical plan that details the steps required to make a solution, you will demonstrate your knowledge and understanding about how solutions can be made.
What are resources?
Resources can be categorized in two ways: materials and tools.
It is simple to identify tangible materials such as hardwood or nylon; however, it can become more problematic to determine digital materials. When identifying digital materials, you should consider text, fonts, images, audio, video, animation, sprites and icons.
For digital design, tools include both software and hardware (input, processing and output devices).
One of the most difficult aspects of design is to take an idea and create a product that someone can interact with: a solution to a problem. In objective B, you developed planning drawings and/or diagrams to clearly depict what you are making. In this first strand of objective C, you detail how they will make your solution.
By constructing a logical plan that details the steps required to make a solution, you will demonstrate your knowledge and understanding about how solutions can be made.
What are resources?
Resources can be categorized in two ways: materials and tools.
It is simple to identify tangible materials such as hardwood or nylon; however, it can become more problematic to determine digital materials. When identifying digital materials, you should consider text, fonts, images, audio, video, animation, sprites and icons.
For digital design, tools include both software and hardware (input, processing and output devices).
Examples
Step by Step
Step by Step plan template (could be a table)
Step by Step plan template (could be a table)
- Step Process
- Tools
- Materials
- Time to complete
Gantt chart
A Gantt chart is a project-management tool used to provide an overview of a process. A Gantt chart divides the manufacture of a product into small tasks. It indicates the time estimated for each of these tasks and the resources required. It does not provide a detailed set of instructions, but instead is an overview to self-assess progress with a project. You should indicate when each task is complete.
A Gantt chart is a project-management tool used to provide an overview of a process. A Gantt chart divides the manufacture of a product into small tasks. It indicates the time estimated for each of these tasks and the resources required. It does not provide a detailed set of instructions, but instead is an overview to self-assess progress with a project. You should indicate when each task is complete.
How to create a Gantt Chart in Google Sheets - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ibdDmhipDOQ
Slippage Chart
A slippage chart goes one step further than the Gantt chart in that it has room below each task to mark when it was completed (in green), allowing you to identify when they are behind in their plans and take action to get back on schedule.
Slippage Chart
A slippage chart goes one step further than the Gantt chart in that it has room below each task to mark when it was completed (in green), allowing you to identify when they are behind in their plans and take action to get back on schedule.
The following questions can help you consider your planning:
- Does your plan contain a sequence of logical steps?
- Is the use of resources explained clearly?
- Have you made sure you have enough time to complete your product?
- Have you given time for practising or learning a new skill?
- Have you allowed extra time in case something goes wrong?
- Have you considered alternative ways of creating the solution?
- Have you planned for testing at appropriate times in the manufacturing process?