You will be required to complete two group projects in the lab as part of this course. Groups will consist of 2 students for lab #1 and 3-4 students for lab #2. One report will be submitted for the group. Homework assignments will be reduced during the time when the project is assigned.
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For each project you will need to limit your report to no more than 2 pages. This project report is a write-up of your results from the lab project. The focus of this report is to effectively communicate a message in a concise and polished format.
Evaluation of Written Project Reports
Along with the project report, you'll have an opportunity to present your results in a 3-5 minute presentation for the simulation lab. This presentation can be in-class, a video, or some other media form that communicates the project results. Because there will not be sufficient class time for all of the presentations, groups will be able to present in sessions outside of class.
You may chose your own system for these lab exercises or stay with the assigned systems. This may be a system from your undergrad research or personal interest.
If you chose to do your own project, look for systems that have the following characteristics:
If you have questions or would like to talk about a potential project, please send a note or stop by the instructor's office.