INSTRUCTOR PROBLEMS
Problem 1.62
How can the need, specification, and concept development stages be combined?
Problem 1.63
What is the difference between tasks and deliverables?
Problem 1.64
Briefly describe the following terms:
(a) Function
(b) Deliverable
(c) Decision
(d) Organization chart
Problem 1.65
Draw a graph that shows the level of design detail development over the life of the project. Mark the major
milestones.
Inst. Ans. 1.65
Concepts Testing
Detailed Design
Building
Embodiment
Detail additions
and changes
time
Problem 1.66
A small rural road connects two cities that are 10 km apart. The traffic volume on the road has grown enough
to expand the road to two lanes in both directions. The project does not require any new land but two bridges will need
to be widened. Making reasonable assumptions:
(a) Write a project scope.
(b) Write a list of stakeholders.
(c) Develop a table of needs.
(d) Discuss the need for concept development and selection.
(e) Prepare a two-year schedule for the project.
Problem 1.67
Illustrate the seven-step design process for a new flashlight design. For each step write a one sentence
description of the work and outcomes.
Problem 1.68
How does the volume of product detail influence the need for project management?
Problem 1.69
Develop a 10-step process for customer acceptance of a new automobile.
Problem 1.70
Develop a process flow for a project you have done recently. If you are a student this could begin with a project
assignment from a professor.
Problem 1.71
Use the seven-step process to design a toy robot.