SHS1 Engineering · Semester 2 Week 9: Engineering Design

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 1.3.1.LI.2 - Document solution requirements for a given problem.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Define solution requirements and distinguish between functional and non-functional requirements using examples relevant to local engineering problems.
Analyse a given problem case study and extract at least five measurable solution requirements that address the root causes identified.
Document solution requirements in a clear, organised format (requirements table or checklist) that includes criteria and constraints.
Justify each documented requirement by explaining how it contributes to a sustainable solution for the stated problem.
Present and defend their documented requirements to peers, giving and receiving constructive feedback in a respectful manner.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Systems Design and Prototyping (Strand 3)
Sub-strand: Engineering Design (3.1)
Content standard: 1.3.1.CS.1 - Demonstrate an understanding of the Engineering Design Process. 1.3.1.LO.1 Outline the various stages in the Engineering Design Process and their roles in providing sustainable solutions to problems. 1.3.1.LO.2 Conduct research to answer questions related to a given problem.
Indicator: 1.3.1.LI.2 - Document solution requirements for a given problem.
Suggested placement: Semester 2, Week 9 (Week 29 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: NaCCA curriculum document, p. 49

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Initiating Talk for Learning: Initiate a discussion by introducing the concept of requirements documentation for product and solution development. Through questions and answers, learners explain concepts and use concept maps to organise thoughts.
Problem-Based Learning: Learners work on a case study to develop solution requirements and objectives. Present what has been developed to the whole class for comments.

Assessment (1.3.1.AS.2). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 3 Strategic reasoning.

Teaching and Learning Resources:
- Video documentaries
- Audio-visual equipment
- Laptops with MS Office installed