Question

reflection

1. how do technological systems make our lives ____________?
2. what are the potential ____________ of complex systems?
3. can you think of a system that combines ____________ categories?

exit ticket

1. the main difference between simple and complex systems is: ____________
2. in a faulty satellite dish scenario, the missing component might be: ____________
3. classify the following systems:

• heart rate monitor: ____________ system
• wind farm: ____________ system
• construction blueprint: ____________ system

Explanation:

1. Technological systems can make our lives more convenient, efficient, connected etc. due to features like automation and instant - communication capabilities.
2. Potential of complex systems can include high - performance in achieving complex tasks, innovation opportunities, but also potential for failures and difficulties in management.
3. A smart home system combines categories like security, climate control, and entertainment.

For the Exit Ticket:

1. Simple systems have fewer components and interactions, while complex systems have many components with intricate interactions.
2. In a faulty satellite dish, a missing component might be a reflector, a feed horn, or a mounting part.
3. Heart rate monitor: Simple system as it has a relatively straightforward function of measuring heart rate. Wind farm: Complex system due to multiple turbines, electrical infrastructure etc. Construction blueprint: Simple system as it is a static plan for a construction project.

Answer:

1. More convenient/efficient/connected (any reasonable positive aspect)
2. Benefits and challenges (or specific aspects like innovation and potential failures)
3. Smart home (or other reasonable combined - category system)

Exit Ticket:

1. The number of components and interactions (complex has more)
2. Reflector/feed horn/mounting part (any relevant part)
3. Heart rate monitor: Simple; Wind farm: Complex; Construction blueprint: Simple