Case Analysis Process Review

A case analysis was conducted during a recent course in unmanned aerospace systems. The purpose of the assignment was to identify an issue in the current UAS industry and prepare an analysis in response. This post serves as a review of the case analysis’ effectiveness, relevance to my current occupation, and my recommendation for improvement on the process.  

The case analysis tool is capable of assisting students in developing research skills as well as strengthens a base understanding of the chosen topic. For me this unfortunately was not the case, however with more time devoted to research, a deep understanding of my single topic is certain. The step-by-step process including the peer reviews allows for development to be gradual and encourages the student to remain on the right path. The peer reviews on my case analysis were helpful, though possibly less critical than they should have been. By my reviewing other peers’ analysis I was able mold my own work according to attributes I appreciated in others work.

A case analysis has the potential to have utility by way of identifying many issues that are specific to my current line of work as a Software Test Analyst. Whether an issue is identified in the process of the software release or the company wide tracking software used for tracking enhancement changes, a strong case analysis can assist in presenting the issue and providing the research on the changes that are recommended. Not only does a well-written and well-researched case analysis promote awareness of an issue but also the recommendations give a potential solution to management. By providing strong recommendations the stronger the consideration by management for implementing the suggested changes will be.


Lastly, a recommendation for the case analysis process for this particular class would be for the topic not to be required so early in the course. As a novice UAS student, the problems and issues associated with the industry are not as readily identifiable as one may assume by week two. A topic selection made without any background knowledge may lead to challenges with research and following the process and utilizing peer reviews. If eight weeks is mandatory for research than the suggestion would be to have the topics of choice presented to the professor for review, discussion, and approval prior to research beginning.

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Analysis of The Hub – UAS Design Application

This was my first time working with The Hub application created by ERAU for design and testing of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). I found the system to be highly entertaining and relatively user friendly. What I found most challenging was the knowledge base on UAS designs themselves. I was making selections that others would probably have laughed at. However, I did come up with several modified designs, some that were successful and others that were not. During this trial I stuck with one model so I could make adjustments and compare those adjustments with previous designs in attempt to tweak it to perfection. Perfection was far from achieved but the system was still great to work with.    The most successful design was a Tern fixed-wing UAS and a man portable ground control station (GCS). When making these selections, the system was very user friendly and allowing the engineer to make selections and adjustments while providing an up to date calculation of the effect of those...
Read more

Physiological Issues in UAS

When considering taking medications in an aviation protocols in place, there are several determining factors that are involved to decide whether or not a mission should be flown. Manned aircraft pilots as well as UAS pilots experience similar limitations and cautions as it pertains to medications because the risks are great if not taken seriously. There are many physiological factors that affect pilot performance and those can include stress, fatigue, and drugs consumption. Anything that limits the pilot’s faculties and decision-making skills is considered detrimental to operations.    When examining UAS pilot’s levels of decision-making requirements, complexity in tasks, and skill set necessary to perform missions, one could argue that the over-the-counter OTC medications that pose the most significant risk to UAS pilots would be antihistamines and/or decongestants due to their potential to cause cognitive deficits. Now I will argue that decongestants are on the approved list...
Read more