Unit 4: Phase 4: Optimization, Modularity, and System Presentation
Duration of Days: 20
Students will know how to evaluate efficiency in biological systems.
Students will understand how optimization improves system performance.
Students will recognize the importance of modular design and redundancy.
Students will understand how scalable systems reduce risk of collapse.
Students will analyze system performance data to identify inefficiencies.
Students will design and test one controlled optimization adjustment.
Students will redesign their system to include modular and scalable features.
Students will present and defend an optimized aquaponics model using data.
Efficiency analysis
Optimization adjustment plan
Revised modular system blueprint
Formal presentation and system defense
| Lesson # | Lesson Title | Duration of Days |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Measuring Efficiency and System Performance | 5 |
| 2 | Optimization Through Controlled Adjustment | 5 |
| 3 | Designing for Modularity and Scalability | 5 |
| 4 | Optimized System Presentation and Defense | 5 |