RESEARCH, DESIGN, & DEVELOPMENT CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT PRACTICUM

RESEARCH BASICS What kind of information is needed?  Facts  Analyses  Local codes, standards, etc.  Research studies  Primary research, if appropriate Where can information be found?  Libraries  Online

RESEARCH ETHICS Avoiding Plagiarism  Cite your sources  Summarize or paraphrase as much as possible Primary Research  Is it necessary?  Objectivity vs. Subjectivity

METHODS/MODELS Scientific Method  Method of answering questions by making observations or doing experiments Technological Method  An iterative problem-solving model  Provides a reference point that can be reiterated as new information/material is introduced

METHODS/MODELS Universal Systems Model  Involves a combination of elements/parts to complete a task/project  System, input, process, output, feedback

YOUR PROJECTS What topic are you considering?  Current product that needs improvement  New product to meet demonstrated need  Discuss ideas with instructor

QUALITY, RELIABILITY, SAFETY Quality - multiple definitions  Characteristics of a product that impact its capability to meet a need  Being free of imperfections Reliability  The likelihood that a product will not fail

QUALITY, RELIABILITY, SAFETY Safety  Ability to keep users safe, prevent accidents, injuries, etc. How can these be built into your product?

RISKS & BENEFITS What are the risks to your product?  Exposure to danger, harm, loss What are the benefits to your product?  Receive an advantage, profit, or gain Remember to review:  Codes  Laws  Standards

BUDGET What costs will be associated with your project?  Research  Design  Development How can you best estimate costs?

TECHNOLOGY What factors impact the implementation and use of technology?  People?  Places?  Processes? How does technology impact your work?  Knowledge?  Skill?  Processes?

TECHNOLOGY Adaptation – behaviors that allow us to cope with our surroundings Imitation – made to look like something Innovation – improved way of doing something Invention – new product or process

PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT Select a product or identify a need:  Research  Include discussion of appropriate method/system  Risks/Benefits  Analyze codes, standards, regulations, etc.  Budget  Technology Note: Review the provided rubric.

PRESENTATION  Based on portfolio of development  Well organized  Include visuals  Content knowledge (ability to answer questions)  Delivery of presentation Note: Review the provided rubric