Discussing Testing in the Design Process
Staff Development Guide
Training Situation: Training (small group)
Length: 30 minutes
Objectives: Participants will do a chalk talk around engineering design and testing in order to incorporate thoughtful testing and local resources.
Agenda:
- See the Skill in Action – 10 minutes
- Real-World Modeling of the Engineering Process Video-Based Learning Module
- Chalk Talk – 15 minutes
- Discussion – 5 minutes
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