John Master Race!

Lesson Aims:

*Make a robot react to 3 different event triggers.
*Understand how signal conversion occurs.

A	M	S	Learning Aims (what the learner will be able to do)
/			Create a program to control a 3 sensor automated system
/			Understand how data is converted between analogue and digital
/			Be able to use the correct shapes for flow charts
/			Able to identify key rules for Pseudocode
	/		Can write correct Pseudocode
A	M	S	Learning Objectives (skills, knowledge & attitudes)
/			Write code that compiles
/			Solve errors
/			Use 3 sensors and motors to make an autonomous system
	/		Convert analogue to digital signals

Hello!

This morning as a starter, John went through analogue and digital conversion. This took quite long but this was actually an activity that produced work we could use later on in our assignments. We looked at binary conversion again and converted the samples into bits across a wavelength. A strength of this was being able to follow instructions and complete the work as well as understanding why and how it is important. A weakness was being tired.

Afterwards, we continued with the work we left off from. I installed Windows Movie Maker and edited the clips I recorded for my assignment where I explained the three different sensors. I then proceeded to explain about the three triggering-event-driven-executing-code-madness whilst showing my code. I also talked about the tools and techniques from the software such as IDE, compiler and readability such as white lining and indentation. This was a strength as I almost finished this.

Moreover, John explained the different types of things we need by creating a simplified checklist of the SoA. However, before I could finish my work I had promised to attend a lesson Adam is hosting - about employability skills, attributes and soft-skills. For this, I went with Ben R and Jordan B after lunch and had a good freshening lesson whilst Adam was being observed. A strength of this was being able to be aware of some skills I have not developed as much and aim to improve it. I spoke to the inspector and had a good chat too as well as creating a SMART target to achieve.

At the end, I went back upstairs to John's lesson. He recapped everything with me (thank you) and even explained additional work we could do (Assignment 4). As for the reflection, today has been a really productive day at getting things done -- I just couldn't sleep so I felt exhausted. My goals to accomplish over my independent study time is the U24_A3T1 and T2 which is due tomorrow midnight. This is the document explaining the code and techniques/tools used as well as analogue/digital conversion, why it is used/benefits etc. I also have to design a cover sheet for work in regards to EoYS and update my profile with the SMART target I created in mind.

I believe I can achieve this because I will be effectively planning and managing my time with a flexible mind set.