Scholars explore systems design and its relation to meal picking by using computer simulations to test systems designs. They learn about the Pick-to-Light System and calculate average picking times.

Concepts

meal planning, design, variables, cost analysis, technology resources

Show More Show Less

Instructional Ideas

• Invite a guest speaker who works in some aspect of systems design such as hospital meal distribution or warehouse order preparation

Classroom Considerations

• Learners at all levels need to be able to calculate averages
• Provide calculators during the activity
• The fourth installment of a nine-part technology/engineering series

Pros

• Incorporates use of mathematics into the lesson
• Includes reproducible worksheets for all learning levels

Cons

• None