Getting ready for the FINAL Project Presentation

How to prepare for your presentation:

1. Make sure your web page is updated; your web page must include names, project title, & proposal documents. Add some notes about how other students (e.g., SRJC students) helped your group - Thank them!
2. During your presentation you should address the following in 12-15 min (max). Use this example: presentationSlides
• Front page:
  • Names of client / advisor / industry collaborator
  • Add the link to your web page
• What is the problem you are trying to solve?
• What is your solution?
• What are your (engineering/marketing) requirements? You may have these requirements printed on separate handouts and distribute them among the audience (kind of like this).
• What is your proposed architecture?
• What tests have you done to validate your (engineering) requirements? Your results must be quantitative and clear - don't just say "it works" - what are the ranges of operation?
• What is the cost/budget?
• Show your schedule / did you keep up with the schedule?
• What did you learn ? What will you not do again? Are you a better engineer now? Why? What suggestions do you have for the next group of students doing their senior design projects?
• Future works?
• References - Make sure your references appear with correct format
• Special thanks to ...Thank everyone that assisted you throughout this project
• Any questions. Invite everyone to see you at the demo table.
3. Practice your presentation:
   • Make sure all your team members speak during the presentation (equally)
   • Do not interrupt each other when speaking
   • Don't put your hands in your pockets; stand straight and look at your audience. They are here for you!
   • Give everyone in the team the opportunity to answer to the questions
   • Do not hide behind the podium; be visible
   • Ask again if you don't understand the question & be nice when you answer to the questions
4. This is how your Project presentation will be evaluated: Final_Project_Presentation_Evaluation
5. Always make sure you have a backup plan: What if the network did not work? What if the file was corrupted?

Whom to invite:

1. Your faculty advisor must be present! Make sure you remind them!  
2. Please ask your client to be available if possible. 
3. Ask our industry advisor to come
4. Invite anyone that assisted you throughout the duration of the project (e.g., SRJC students)
5. Invite all your friends and family members.

What to bring to your presentation:

1. Make SIX copies of the Final_Project_Presentation_Evaluation; Complete the top part of the form (name, project, advisor, etc.)
2. It is your responsibility to arrange for any extension cord, etc. for your demo
3. Complete the Final Demonstration Form

What to do after the presentation:

1. Rest for a day, perhaps!
2. Consider catching up with your other courses!
3. Start getting your project documents together.
4. Check Canvas!