Computer Science Project pdf
- 2. TABLE OF CONTENTS 01 About the project 02 03 Problem Analysis 04 Problem Solving Identify and Evaluate Solutions
- 3. About the project 01 Stages of Problem Solving
- 4. ABOUT THE PROJECT 2. Research the stages of the problem solving process-problem definition, problem analysis (including functional and non-functional requirements), identify and evaluate possible solutions.
- 5. Problem Solving 02 Stages of Problem Solving
- 6. Problem solving Problem definition: A formal statement of a problem that needs to be solved. It is usually written in terms of what the problem is, what is required to solve it, and what the goal is. The problem definition should be clear, concise, and easy to understand. Diagnose the circumstance to keep your focus on the problem and not merely its indications. Use cause-and-effect diagrams to establish and examine root causes, and flowcharts to show the anticipated steps of a process while solving problems.
- 7. Problem solving Key problem-solving steps are explained in the sections that follow. These actions encourage the participation of interested parties, the use of factual information, the comparison of expectations with reality, and the concentration on a problem's underlying causes. You ought to start by:
- 8. Problem Solving Reviewing and capturing the functioning of current processes (i.e., who does what, with what information, using what tools, communicating with what organizations and individuals, in what time frame, using what format). ● Evaluating the possible impact of new tools and revised policies in the development of your "what should be" model. ● In order to effectively manage and run a successful organization, leadership must guide their employees and develop problem-solving techniques.
- 9. Problem Analysis 03 Stages of Problem Solving
- 10. Problem Analysis Problem analysis: the process of defining a problem and decomposing the overall system into smaller parts to identify possible inputs, processes and outputs associated with the problem. In analyzing a problem, you should consider the variables that make up the problem. Compiling the information you currently have on the problem and requirements will generate a clear image in your head of the possible means of solving it. In the compilation of information you will need to know the requirements for creation of the application or algorithm. These requirements are divided into functional and non-functional requirements.
- 11. Problem Analysis Functional requirements meaning what is directly required from the program (what the program does). Non-functional requirements meaning the parameters that the program has to function at in order to run at scale. Let us use an example of a program that plays chess. The functional requirements are the program moves the pieces in the way chess is standardized to play and visualizes this to the person/people playing. The non-functional requirements would consider the factors such as the hardware running the game and the time allotted to make the game and things such as:
- 12. Problem Analysis The algorithm used to calculate the moves. OR The way the game is visualized would be considered. 3D 2D
- 13. Identifying & Evaluating Solutions 04 Stages of Problem Solving
- 14. Identifying & Evaluating Solutions This step in the problem solving process consists of brainstorming: concentrating on generating as many solutions as possible without pre-judging any potential solutions but treating each idea as a new idea and worthy of consideration. Evaluation which is the process that allows us to make sure our solution does the job it has been designed to do and to think about how it could be improved. You will be required to assess each solution in terms of efficiency, ease of implementation etc. Apply screening criteria to eliminate potential solutions which are not suitable (does not solve the problem); feasible (possible) or acceptable (worth the risk /worth the cost/legal).
- 15. Identifying & Evaluating Solutions When evaluating a solution one should consider the following: ● If A particular alternative will solve the problem without causing other unexpected problems ● If all Individuals involved in the process will accept the solution ● If the solution/alternative fits within the organizational constraints (time, budget, resources etc).