Le Chalet
Goal:
The rising number of people on our planet makes it so that it is incredibly important to continue developing homes. An Italian company has sent out a request for proposals for a single floor (bungalow style) house plan to be built in Dubai on the ocean. The building is to be constructed above the water with foundations on the ocean floor 30 meters deep with a small area called the aquatic observation deck which will be under water. Access to this residential structure will be by water only. Your company believes that it can put forth an award winning proposal for this project.
The purpose of this activity is to use the “SPICE” problem solving model to complete an activity: designing, drawing development, building, reporting and a presentation are required.
Agenda:
The house has to be built on a solid foundation, no floatation devices as main supports
The house must have:
o a means of providing its own source of energy
o a temperature control system
o its own fresh water supply
o a waste management system
o three bedrooms
o an underwater observation deck
o a terrace, a garden and a swimming pool.
o a docking area with an out of water boat storage area
o an emergency survival kit
o an emergency exit system
Materials required to construct the Chalet:
Materials used to construct the chalet must be selected carefully in order to meet the conditions of the environment while providing safety and comfort for the occupants of the dwelling. Recycled materials should be used as much as possible.
All ideas have to be discussed with the teacher prior to developing your final drawings.
Step Student Activities Periods
S Activity 1: Situation
Students brainstorm to identify what challenges need to be overcome in order to build a structure that will be constructed and remain in the ocean as a safe and enjoyable family residence.
Initiate a notes file
1 period
P Activity 2: Problems and Possibilities
Develop a list of design criteria stating requirements and limitations.
Analyse requirements and research solutions
Write the Design Brief.
Hand in the Document.
2per
I Activity 3: Investigation and Ideas
Discuss and brainstorm design criteria and possible solutions.
Develop a 3 D perspective using Sketchup showing a possible building design.
Label features of each idea in Sketchup.
Copy and paste the Perspective in the hand in folder.
5 Per
C Activity 4: Choose and Create or construct
Select a final design and draw the floor plan and a cross section (elevation) of the building using AutoCAD.
All drawings should be clear and precise. Drawings should have borders and a Title block-stating name of drawing, student’s names, date, scale and grade. Major dimensions should be shown. Submit the drawings trough the hand in box.
10 Per
Fabricate a model of your structure using tools safely.
5 Per
E
Activity 5: Evaluate
Electronic presentation: Compose a detailed summary or evaluation of what you observed and learned during the project.
1. Explain the challenge given.
2. Describe the problems faced and the solutions you came up with.
3. Highlight the strengths & weaknesses of your design.
4. For your conclusion, suggest the changes you would do to your design if you were to make it again.
Presentation: Design a good Title slide using illustrations and text. The title page should have the name of your Project as its title. It should include images or picture of your Project. The page must include your name, course code, & teacher’s name. Present your project to potential custommers
1 Per
Success criteria, Deliverables:
1. Design Brief: Due Date: Out of:28
Individual assignment to be completed using Microsoft Word. The design Brief must include a title page, a bibliography of the web sites and books for all information presented. All items listed in the above criteria must be addressed for their limitations and possibilities. A list of the recommended materials (and why you chose them) to construct the house and a cost estimate of the construction is required. Visuals should be included to enhance the design brief. The environmental conditions that the building will be exposed to must be listed and explained with possible solutions proposed.
2. 3 D Perspective Due Date: Out of:28
A 3 D perspective of the building showing the foundation, all outside structures, all inside rooms, sample furniture, wall and floor finishes is to be submitted in the hand in box.
3. AutoCAD floor plan and cross sectional view Due Date: Out of:28
A detailed floor plan and cross sectional view drawing of the building including measurements, foundations and structural components of the building is to be submitted in the hand in box.
4. Model building Due Date: Out of:28
A scaled down model of the building including all supporting structures and external features is to be built and submitted.
5. Presentation Due Date: Out of:20
A PPT presentation of the model explaining the various design components and features of the building will be presented to the class. Pictures of the model should be used and diagrams explaining each system should be included whenever possible. Explain the challenge given, describe what you learned during the project identify the problems faced and the solutions you came up with and highlight the strengths & weaknesses of your design. In conclusion, suggest the changes you would do to your design if you were to make it again. The presentation should include a title page, a bibliography of all web sites and other resources used.
Le Chalet Project
DESIGN AND PROBLEM SOLVING
TEN CONCEPTS TO ANALYSE AND CLASSIFY TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS
The following concepts are used to provide a broad systematic framework for describing the different types of technical knowledge and skills. These concepts will assist you to analyse and classify technological related challenges and to identify the most effective economical solution to the challenge at hand. 4 marks each
1. Structure:
The essential physical or conceptual parts of a product, process or system, including the way in which the parts are constructed and organized.
2. Material
The substance, which the structure is constructed from.
3. Fabrication
The process of forming and assembling materials and structures
4. Mechanism
The parts of a structure that allow it to work or function.
5. Power and Energy
The resources that enables a mechanism to perform work.
6. Controls
The means by which a mechanism is activated and regulated.
7. Systems
Combinations of interrelated parts, structures and mechanisms, that make up the whole and may be connected with other systems.
8. Function
The intention for which a product or process or system is developed for.
9. Aesthetics
Properties perceived by touch and sight, such as the hand, color, luster and texture of carpet.
10. Ergonomics
The applied science of equipment design intended to maximize productivity by reducing operator fatigue, safety and discomfort.
Design Brief 4 points 3 points 2 points 1 point Score
/32
Format
Student presents information in logical, interesting sequence which reader can follow. Student presents information in logical sequence which reader can follow. Reader has difficulty understanding information due to poor sequencing. Reader cannot understand information because there is no sequence. /4
Subject Knowledge Subject knowledge is evident throughout. All information is clear, appropriate, and correct. Subject knowledge is evident in much of the product. Information is clear, appropriate, and correct. Some subject knowledge is evident. Some information is confusing, incorrect or flawed. Subject knowledge is not evident. Information is confusing, incorrect or flawed. /4
Research Gathers, Organizes and selects excellent materials for project completion Gathers, Organizes and selects appropriate materials for project completion Gathers, Organizes and selects some materials for project completion Gathers, Organizes and selects limited materials for project completion /4
Visuals Effective use of visuals to explain concepts or systems Adequate use of visuals to explain concepts or systems limited use of visuals to explain concepts or systems Very weak visual component /4
Mechanics Design brief has no misspellings or grammatical errors. Design brief has fewer than two misspellings and/or grammatical errors. Design Brief has three or more misspellings and/or grammatical errors. Design Brief has four or more spelling errors and/or grammatical errors. /4
Information Thoroughly detailed and complete application of information Considerably detailed and complete application of information Some detail and incomplete application of information Limited detail and incomplete application of information /8
Bibliography/
Documentation Bibliography / documentation is complete and accurate Bibliography / documentation is almost complete and accurate Bibliography / documentation is incomplete Bibliography / documentation is incomplete & not accurate /4
Electronic 3D Perspective Rubric Total
4 3 2 1 /28
Drawing
construction The drawing is entirely
constructed of 3D
solid models Mostly, constructed of 3D solids but some
parts are not
solids a mixture of
solid models and
wireframe parts The majority of 3D
parts are wireframe
parts
Originality of design The design is original and unique in design. The design shows some originality and uniqueness. The design shows little originality. The design is copied or shows no originality.
Color Medium and color is well chosen and complements the design. Medium and color meets most of design requirements. Medium and color meet some of design requirements and are acceptable for the design. Medium and color choice is not appropriate for the design.
Detail Objects are drawn with detail and precision Most objects are drawn with detail and precision Drawing lacking precision and detail Drawing has little detail or precision
Proportions All objects are proportional to the drawing. Most objects are proportional to the drawing many objects are not proportional to the drawing Most of the objects are not proportional
Lines All lines are clear, connected with no missing or unnecessary lines Most lines are clear, connected with no missing or unnecessary lines Some lines are not clear or connected with missing or unnecessary lines Most lines are not clear or not connected with missing or unnecessary lines
Software Expert use of software good use of software adequate use of software Limited use of software
AutoCAD Floor plan Rubric /28
4 3 2 1
Usage of CAD Features Efficient usage of commands. Symbol libraries & layers are used appropriately and
correctly. Adequate usage of commands. Some symbol libraries & layers are used appropriately and
correctly. Inadequate use of commands. Limited use of Symbol libraries & layers Limited use of commands. No use of Symbol libraries & layers
4 3 2 1
Originality of design The design is original and unique in design. The design shows some originality and uniqueness. The design shows little originality. The design is copied or shows no originality.
4 3 2 1
Completeness All required information and criteria completely represented Most required information and criteria represented Some required information and criteria represented Limited required information and criteria represented
4 3 2 1
Graphically Accurate
All geometry is continuous,
Drawing views provided are sufficient & correct.
Drawing is to scale and the proper coordinate
system is used. Most geometry is continuous, most drawing views provided are sufficient & correct.
Drawing is to scale and the proper coordinate
system is used. Some geometry is continuous,
Drawing views provided are insufficient or incorrect.
Drawing is not to scale and the proper coordinate
system is not used. Minimal geometry is continuous,
Drawing views provided are insufficient or incorrect.
Drawing is not to scale and the proper coordinate
system is not used.
4 3 2 1
Detail Objects are drawn with detail and precision Most objects are drawn with detail and precision Drawing lacking precision and detail Drawing has little detail or precision
4 3 2 1
Proportions All objects are proportional to the drawing. Most objects are proportional to the drawing many objects are not proportional to the drawing Most of the objects are not proportional
4 3 2 1
Lines All lines are clear, connected with no missing or unnecessary lines Most lines are clear, connected with no missing or unnecessary lines Some lines are not clear or connected with missing or unnecessary lines Most lines are not clear or not connected with missing or unnecessary lines
Criteria Model Rubric Points
1 2 3 4 / 28
Safe and proper use of shop equipment and tools The student needs to demonstrate safe and proper use of shop equipment and tools The student sometimes demonstrates safe and proper use of shop equipment and tools The student usually demonstrates safe and proper use of shop equipment and tools The student consistently demonstrates safe and proper use of shop equipment and tools ____
Layout skills and precision The student applies poor layout skills and precision to work performed The student applies average layout skills and precision to work performed The student applies good layout skills and precision to work performed The student applies excellent layout skills and precision to work performed ____
Functionality and efficiency of unit The student has constructed a somewhat functional and limited unit The student has constructed a somewhat functional and efficient unit The student has constructed a functional and efficient unit The student has constructed a very functional and efficient unit ____
Strength of structure and appearance The student has built a weak structure. The student has built a weak structure with an average appearance The student has built a solid structure with a good appearance The student has built a very solid structure with a great appearance ____
Assignment criteria Meets limited criteria Meets some of the criteria Meets most or all criteria Meets and exceeds all criteria ____
Resources and materials The student has made poor use of resources and materials The student has made fair use of resources and materials The student has made good use of resources and materials The student has made excellent use of resources and materials ____
Colour & finish The product needs more colour and better finish The product has some colour and adequate finish The product has good colour and good finish The product has excellent colour and excellent finish ____
Name(s):___________________
PPT PRESENTATION Exemplary Accomplished Developing Beginning Score
4 points 3 points 2 points 1 point 20
Information Student presents information in logical, interesting sequence which audience can follow. Student presents information in logical sequence which audience can follow. Audience has difficulty following presentation because student jumps around. Audience cannot understand presentation because there is no sequence of information.
Subject Knowledge Subject knowledge is evident throughout. (more than required) All information is clear, appropriate, and correct. Subject knowledge is evident in much of the product. Information is clear, appropriate, and correct. Some subject knowledge is evident. Some information is confusing, incorrect or flawed. Subject knowledge is not evident. Information is confusing, incorrect or flawed.
VISUALS Accurate, in-depth information enhances presentation Information accurate Most information accurate Inaccurate information given
Creativity Visually attractive, i.e. includes colorful pictures or diagrams, uses space well Adequate visuals, but not very interesting Some pictures or diagrams, but poorly planned Very weak visual component
Mechanics Presentation has no misspellings or grammatical errors. Presentation has fewer than two misspellings and/or grammatical errors. Presentation has three or more misspellings and/or grammatical errors. Presentation has four or more spelling errors and/or grammatical errors.
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