1. Flowcharting Review Computer Integrated Manufacturing
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2. Flowcharting
CIM
Control Systems
Flowchart
END NO
YES
Is number >10?
START
INPUT 1
ADD 2
DISPLAY NUMBER
Definition
A schematic representation of an algorithm or a process
Example
Count from 1 to 10 by the odd numbers
This example is from the POE curriculum.
The flowchart begins by displaying the number 1. The flowchart adds 2 to the display number. The sum is then compared to 10. If the sum is less than 10, then the flow returns to the display and addition functions. When the sum is 10 or more, then the flowchart ends.
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3. Flowchart Symbols Flowcharting CIM Control Systems Start/end Process
Input
It is important to use standard symbols to communicate the intended process clearly and efficiently.
Arrows
Display
Decision
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4. Flowcharting
CIM
Control Systems
Your Turn
Create a flowchart describing the process that you follow each morning from the time you wake up for school until the time you arrive at the school entrance.
You must use the appropriate symbols.
The process must contain at least two decisions.
This is meant to be a fun activity for the students to consider decisions made each morning (e.g., deciding whether to press the snooze button multiple times, what to eat for breakfast, whether to watch television, etc.). Determine a format that students will use to share their flowchart (e.g., submit a paper copy, present to the class, share with a partner, etc.).
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5. Example Flowcharting CIM Control Systems Start Alarm Snooze button?
Yes No
Get out of bed
Shower
This example may help students start designing their flowchart.
Breakfast? No
Yes
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