Below you can see a schedule of events that I need to complete. I have done this process before for the prototype, so I am familiar with the materials and tools, and know what type of aesthetic I am trying to aim for. This should take no longer than the time I have allocated to each task. I have not added any time for any signification issues, like improperly cutting the wood. Because I have done this before, and because there is a helper in the Makerspace, I should not have any large problems.
Dr. Hertzberg mentioned the rule of 7, so I have factored that into the 3rd column. However, I do not anticipate it will take that long, I will allot that much time on my schedule to do each task.
| Name | Time | x7 (margin) | Complete by Date |
| Acquire Wood | 1 week | 2 weeks | 6-Apr |
| Acquire Bamboo | 2 weeks | 4 weeks | 15-Apr |
| Measure wood | 20 min | 140 min | 7-Apr |
| Cut Wood Into Strips | 25 min | 175 min | 7-Apr |
| Glue Wood Together | 30 min | 210 min | 7-Apr |
| Let set for 48 hrs | 48 hrs | 48 hrs | 10-Apr |
| Measure wood | 20 min | 140 min | 10-Apr |
| Cut Wood Again | 25 min | 175 min | 11-Apr |
| Glue Wood Together | 30 Min | 210 min | 12-Apr |
| Let set for 48 hrs | 48 hrs | 48 hrs | 14-Apr |
| Trim Edges | 30 min | 210 min | 17-Apr |
| Add Bamboo Edges | 1 hr | 7 hrs | 19-Apr |
I am planning to be done on 19 Apr, which gives me a few days of slack before the final project is due.
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Great timeline! The detail for time allotments is impressive! I also do not follow the rule of 7 if the action is well known. (Although, I do use a factor of 3 for everything). I’m excited to see the finished board! Nice post.
Wow, this timeline is very detailed and planned out. I like that you gave yourself time limits for everything so that you could figure out just how long everything will take you. I think it is also good that you are giving yourself a couple days of slack just incase something occurs or you need more time. Good job with your planning!