3  Inputs, Outputs, and Behaviour

In this lab you will work with your group to complete the first three Phases of the HCCM framework, and part of the fourth, as outlined in Chapter 2. The goal is for you to gain experience using the HCCM framework, and understand the initial steps in the process. To get the lab signed off your group will need to complete the:

3.1 Understanding of the Problem Situation

In the box below write a problem description for making paper cars, think about what you are trying to solve/discover by simulating this activity. You may want to look at Chapter 1 again to remind yourself about the process.

 

 

 

 

 

3.2 Modelling Objectives

In the box below write the modelling objectives for making paper cars, i.e., what are you trying to discover using simulation?

 

 

 

 

 

3.3 General Objectives

In the box below write the general objectives for making paper cars, i.e., what are some of the general properties you’d like your simulation to have?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.4 Defining Output Responses

In the box below write the output responses for making paper cars, i.e., what are you going to measure to determine the performance of the system?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.5 Defining Input Factors

In the box below write the input factors for making paper cars, i.e., what are you going to change to achieve the modelling objectives?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.6 Identifying Entities

In the box below list the entities for making paper cars.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.7 Drawing Behavioural Paths

The activity diagrams for the pencil & template, and scissors are given below in Figures 3.1, and 3.2.

Figure 3.1: Pencil Activity Diagram
Figure 3.2: Scissors Activity Diagram

In the boxes below draw the activity diagrams for the remaining entities. Once you have completed all of the behavioural diagrams get all of your work checked by a lab tutor.