27/11/2017

Aims & Objectives 27/11/17

Aims: To create an interactive website for a stated client
To test interactive web pages
To evaluate the web pages and discuss improvements

Objectives:
To create an interactive website using HTML, CSS and a scripting language
To create a well structured testing table
To test your website and include evidence for the tests
To describe the good and bad parts of your website
To describe possible improvements for your website

Today I managed to complete a lot of work into my website as I now have only two pages left to complete. I think it will take me some hours to complete because I will have to find solutions to the bugs that I have encountered. A weakness of today is that I am still having issues with the bootstrap layout of my website. I need to do alot more work while at home because I have alot of deadlines creeping up.

My next assignment is U20 A3T2 which is due tonight and then I have U20 A4T1 due tomorrow.

24/11/2017

Lesson Aim: 
Identify suitable sources of information to help resolve problems

Learning Outcomes (what the learner will be able to do)
Identify useful software tools
Justify useful software tools
Identify useful hardware tools
Justify useful hardware tools
Document the troubleshooting process
Identify how you worked safely
Identify suitable sources to aid in troubleshooting
Document the troubleshooting process 
Document the troubleshooting process to a high standard

Learning Objectives (skills, knowledge & attitudes)
Refine work
Identify useful sources
Select best sources

Today we had a dedicated tutor hour about mens physical and mental health. I learnt that over 2000 men in the UK are diagnosed with testicular cancer every year. Like all other forms of cancer, this could lead to death so I learnt that it is extremely important to examine yourself every so often. I managed to create my first 3D model out of six for the assignment. I am not happy with how long that it took because I feel that I could have created multiple models with the time I had today. A weakness of today was learning how to apply a 3D texture and mapping because I still am unsure about it. I think that it is something that I have to get used to doing with practice.

21/11/2017

Lesson Objective: Learners to think about the importance of respecting everyone and treating them equally regardless of any differences in race, culture, size etc.

Lesson Aim: 
Identify suitable sources of information to help resolve problems

Learning Outcomes (what the learner will be able to do)

Identify useful software tools
Justify useful software tools
Identify useful hardware tools
Justify useful hardware tools
Document the troubleshooting process
Identify how you worked safely
Identify suitable sources to aid in troubleshooting
Document the troubleshooting process 
Document the troubleshooting process to a high standard

Learning Objectives (skills, knowledge & attitudes)

Refine work
Identify useful sources
Select best sources

Today we had a tutor hour and looked at national bullying week. I learnt that it is important to respect everyone regardless of any differences because everybody should be treated equally. The opposite of the is treating people unfairly which is seen as bullying. Everyone is treated equally because we are all entitled to education, voting etc. This afternoon, I also improved my record keeping sheet based on the teachers feedback so that it is now improved and up to date. This means I will have a better chance of achieving the grade that I am aiming for which is a Merit. A weakness of today was that me and Ryan did not work well in a group because he did not contribute very much.

The next assignment that I have due is U20 A3T2 on the 27th of November. I also have a resubmission due for U20 due in December.

20/11/2017

Aims: To create an interactive website for a stated client, using CSS to control the layout 
To be able to explain how to employ good practice in the design and implementation of the web pages

Learning Objectives:
Create a website for a stated client using HTML5 and CSS
Make the website responsive
Add interactive elements to the website using a scripting language e.g. JavaScript
Employ good practice whist coding your website

Learning Outcomes:
Work together in pairs
Develop interpersonal skills
Use effective verbal communication skills
Use effective written communication skills to create a well structured document on good design
Create a well designed website using HtmL5, CSS and a scripting language

Today I completed extra work on developing my website, especially into my first page. I managed to sort out the text that was hiding under the navigation with some help from online. Instead of moving it down, I fixed it to a certain position in the page so it stays there.

My next assignment that is due is U20 A3T2 which is due on the Friday 24th of November.

17/11/2017

Learning Outcomes (what the learner will be able to do)

Identify useful software tools
Justify useful software tools
Use identified software tools
Identify useful hardware tools
Justify useful hardware tools
Use identified hardware tools
Identify how to communicate effectively with a user
Document troubleshooting
Identify potential risks
Mitigate potential risks

Learning Objectives (skills, knowledge & attitudes)

Work safelyPresent work 

I spent the whole day today completing the troubleshooting and repair practical and found it more difficult working on my own compared to working in a group. I spent a couple of hours trying to find why nothing was showing on the screen but then the teacher hinted that there was no graphics card installed which left me very annoyed due to how long I had been troubleshooting the PC for. I also ran an anti-virus test which didn't end for some reason. I also learnt that you can turn on LAN in the BIOS of a computer to activate internet.

My next assignment due is U20 A3T2 on the 24th of November.

14/11/2017

Lesson Aim:
To complete and submit task 1 & 2 of Assignment 2
Work on Assignment 3

Learning Outcomes: 
Research and assess possible designs (A3)
Create justification for your choice in designs 
Continue work on A2T1 and A2T2
Begin collating ideas for A3 

Learning Objectives:
Work toward completion of A2T1/A2T2
Understand what is required to complete A3

Today I managed to complete and submit A2T1 for Unit 41 but still have not completed A2T2 as I have yet to draw some extra sketches so I can submit it. Most of my time today has gone to designing creative research such as a thought shower and mood board. I am very happy with my choice of theme because it allows me to chose from a big list of possible 3D models that I can make.

I still have yet to complete A2T2 and it is due today. After this I have to 3 peices of work all due in December so I have some time to complete them now that I will have internet access as of tomorrow.

13/11/2017

Aims: To create an interactive website for a stated client, using CSS to control the layout
To be able to explain how to employ good practice in the design and implementation of the web page

Objectives:
Create a website for a stated client using HTML5 and CSS
Make the website responsive
Add interactive elements to the website using a scripting language e.g. JavaScript
Employ good practice whist coding your website

Today I did some more work on completing my website and I managed to correct my interactive image gallery so the buttons are in  the correct places and all of the images are the exact same size. On the other hand, I did not manage to sort the title in my navigation bar out because it is still sticking to the middle and doesn't move when I use CSS to change the position. 

My next deadline is tomorrow and I have two pieces of work due which are both Unit 41. I have no internet at home so I have had to borrow a USB stick off of John to transfer my college work to home and back.

10/11/2017

Lesson Aim:
Continue work on A2
Continue developing skills working in Blender
Design and create a 3D model
Introduce Assignment 3

Learning Outcomes:
Research and assess possible designs 
Create justification for your choice in designs 
Present designs for feedback
Create a simple, small 3D model from a design
Create a more detailed, small 3D model following your design.
Continue work on A2T1 and A2T2
Begin collating ideas for A3 

Learning Objectives:
Develop knowledge on using Blender to create 3D models
Understand how to create a design plan for a 3D model
Work toward completion of A2T1/A2T2
Understand what is required to complete A3

Today I started off my day at college by creating a 3D model in Blender. My ideas were to model Morrison's and Norwich Castle but I went with the castle because I thought that Morrison's was very big and has a lot detail into the roof and the outside. A rendered image of my model can be seen below. A disadvantage of today was that the road was cut off due to road works so busses were not running. I had to walk 40 minutes down the road to try and find a bus. We also looked at the requirements for A3T1/T2/T3

My next deadline is the 14th of November in which A2 is due for unit 41.

7/11/2017

Lesson Aim:
Use suitable hardware and software tools for troubleshooting

Learning Outcomes (what the learner will be able to do)
Identify useful software tools
Justify useful software tools
Use identified software tools
Identify useful hardware tools
Justify useful hardware tools
Use identified hardware tools
Identify how to communicate effectively with a user
Work with peers to achieve an outcome
Identify potential risks
Mitigate potential risks

Learning Objectives (skills, knowledge & attitudes)
Work safely
Present work

Today I created a presentation about one type of hardware and software tool that can be used to fix a PC. I think that I was one of a few people that chose a different type software and hardware. I also came in early this morning to finish some resubmissions that I needed to hand in. Later in the afternoon I helped fix the problems that we diagnosed last week. This has helped me get a feel of what the practical assignment will be like.

My next assignment is due on the 10th of November which is a resubmission.

6/11/2017

Aims and Objectives 06/11/17
Aim: To create an interactive website for a stated client, using CSS to control the layout
To understand good practice when writing code

Objective:
Create a responsive website for a stated client using HTML5,and CSS
Make the website responsive
Add interactive elements using a scripting language e.g. JavaScript
Employ good practice in the design and implementation of web pages
Use effective written communication skills

Today we started developing our websites and I managed to make some big progress on the layout and design. I also managed insert an interactive photo slideshow that shows 3 different images of games. On the other hand, bootstrap has partially ruined my website because it has changed the colour of my navigation to black.

I have one resubmission due tomorrow and another two due on the 7th but I have no internet at home so may have to come in early tomorrow to finish them.

3/11/2017

Lesson Aim:
Continue work on A2
Finalise changes on A1 for resubmission
Continue developing skills working in Blender
Design and create a 3D model

Learning Outcomes:
Research and assess possible designs 
Create justification for your choice in designs 
Present designs for feedback
Create a simple, small 3D model from a design
Create a more detailed, small 3D model following your design.
Offer constructive feedback on improvements to a peer’s work
Break down the requirements for A2T1 and A2T2
Continue planning for A2T1 and A2T2
Continue work on A2T1 and A2T2

Learning Objectives:
Develop knowledge on using Blender to create 3D models
Understand how to create a design plan for a 3D model
Critically evaluate peer work
Understand the requirements for A2T1 an A2T2

Today we were given the task of creating a 3D model based on a TV or film character. My two idea that I had were Shrek and Mike Wazowski from Monsters Inc but I decided to try and create Mike because he has a simple spherical shape to him. We also learnt about Brittish Values and I now know that the four values are democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect.