Overview of the Midterm MIME 4200 Senior Design Projects Fall 2011
What is the Midterm? Continuation of the Proposal Focus on Design and Analysis Progress Report
Due Dates Presentations: Wednesday 10/26 during class time Pizza dinner provided Please invite advisors Reports: Due Friday 3/28 at noon to Emily Lewandowski
Parts of the Midterm Executive Summary Introduction Project Description Design and Analysis Progress and Deliverables Budget Timeline References Appendices (Report only and if Needed)
Presentation vs. Paper Presentation Visuals! Don't bog down audience with details Convince audience that your project is worthwhile Convince audience that you understand the problem 8-10 minutes long Equal speaking parts for all members Invite clients and advisors Include several backup slides
Presentation vs. Paper Paper Put in details Use figures/pictures/charts to aid in explanation Be clear and concise in writing
Other notes Practice Practice Practice Proofread Proofread Proofread Reference prior projects for guidance Don't wait until the last minute! Other notes Good Luck!