Overall Reflection

Throughout these 14 weeks, I've learned a lot in this module such as ergonomics and anthropometrics, how to draw models in different view(plan view, elevation view, section view), axonometric drawing, sensorial qualities and many more. Throughout this module, I've gone through many sleepless night to finish off assignments before due date. In each project, there's always some situations happening that requires me to change my initial plan which frustrates me. Although it is very tiring and exhausting throughout this module but whenever I see the end product, it always satisfies me. 

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In the first assignment, I haven't really get used to the environment, it makes me a bit nervous and many of my thoughts get stuck. To overcome this process, my friends did play an important role. They talk with me and shared their ideas so I can take it into consideration too. My lecturer Ms. Rai also gave me advices on how I can improve and point out things that I didn't notice at the first place. ​

 

In the 2nd assignment, as it is a group assignment consisting of 18 people, communication between team members plays a big role. We faced many situations such as miscommunication, MIA group members, lack of materials and lack of time. As some of the machines are out of service, we need to cut it manually instead so it consumed much more time than expected. As there is always unexpected situations, we kept on changing design of the bamboo structure resulting in a miscommunication between team members because some of us didn't get the updated design. But we did get to overcome all the up and downs and finish the project on time with great teamwork. ​

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In the 3rd assignment, I started to feel exhausted after going through two third of the sem. At the starting of the 3rd project, I have totally no idea how to start as I have 0 inspiration and idea. After listening advices from tutors and friends, I finally got some ideas on how to start. I struggle the most in my presentation board. As I spend too much time on my model resulting I had to rush with my presentation board. I'm grateful that I still managed to finish it on time with all the proper information required. 

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Taylor's Graduate Capabilities (TGC) that I've learned: 

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TGC 1.0: Discipline Specific Knowledge

In this module, I've learned to apply theories teach in lecture classes in my assignments. As an example, the proper way to draw orthographic drawings and axonometric drawings, the importance of ergonomics and anthropometrics, the important of materiality and sensorial qualities. 

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TGC 3.0: Thinking and Problem Solving Skills

As this module is a level tougher than foundation, I have to use my critical and creative thinking skills to find a creative and suitable design to cooperate with the task methodology required while ensuring it looks interesting. When facing problems , I have to analyse those problems and find an effective to solve it before it becomes even worse. 

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TGC 4.0: Communication Skills

Communication skills is important in this module which I've learned a lot during these 14 weeks. Especially for the 2nd assignment as it is a group work . Communication plays an important role in a group to decrease the rate of misunderstanding due to miscommunication. Me and my group members communicate all the time to ensure nothing goes the wrong way and to reduce conflict from happening to the minimum. 

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