I can use readiness checks, version control, and subsystem tests to manage an integrated build.
POE Unit 3 • Lesson 3.16
Build and Program Workday
Focus question: How can teams make build-day progress without creating hidden wiring, programming, or integration problems?
Mission Briefing
Today’s Plan
A focused sequence that advances the rover and VEX ground-support mission.
Opening promptConcept modelGuided practiceInteractive applicationEvidence checkExit ticket
Lesson Targets
What You Will Be Able to Do
Build log and readiness board
The log records changes, versions, test results, unresolved issues, and the next verified step.
Activity Flow
How the Lesson Moves
Each step builds the control-systems reasoning needed for today’s deliverable.
1. Establish the baseline
Confirm the approved design, code version, and parts list.
2. Build by subsystem
Complete short build-test-document cycles.
3. Control changes
Record modifications and retest affected interfaces.
Lesson Interactive
Build log and readiness board Practice
Apply the lesson concept to an aerospace rover or VEX ground-support scenario. Use the feedback to correct reasoning before documenting the main deliverable.
Current Build Status
- Mechanical lift cycles successfully three times.
- Rover drive test passes.
- Latest code is saved as
final_final2with no change notes. - Dock sensor has not been tested with the lift connected.
- Wires are routed clear of moving parts.
- Emergency stop command is verified.
Resolve configuration, interface, and verification gaps without undoing verified work.
Today’s Work
Main Deliverable
Integrated Build Log
Create one focused engineering artifact that demonstrates today’s learning.
- Record hardware changes, code version, subsystem test result, and unresolved issue for each work cycle.
- Complete a pre-integration readiness check before connecting major subsystems.
Exit Ticket
Mission Debrief
State one control-systems or automation idea from today in your own words.
Name one measurement, calculation, trace, or test result that supports your design decision.
Identify one interface, logic, safety, or reliability risk to carry into the next lesson.
Resources
Lesson Resources
Lesson 3.16 PowerPoint
Use the presentation to review the lesson concepts, examples, and activity directions.
Principles of Engineering
Return to the POE course hub for units, resources, certifications, and course information.
Rover Mission + VEX Ground Support System
Use the integrated mission context when connecting logic, sensing, actuation, testing, and design-review evidence.