Declare a Simulation’s Rules before Running It
Identify the initial state,event rule and boundary before tracing outputs.
About 22 minutes, plus any extended practice
Open lesson 1Model and Review a Computing Capstone
Model a queue starting 2,with 3 arrivals then 1 completion. Compare predicted backlog with supplied observation 4,then decide whether an untested private-data requirement can be called passed.
Before you begin
- Trace lists and distinguish tested observations from predictions.
Choose by skill rather than age alone. Read with an adult when useful, revisit a lesson, or explore another grade.
Follow the lesson sequence
Trace a Queue with Explicit Arrivals and Service
Add arrivals to the starting backlog,then subtract completed service under the stated order.
About 22 minutes, plus any extended practice
Open lesson 2Compare a Model Prediction with Supplied Observations
Record predicted and observed values,and investigate a specific mismatch without inventing certainty.
About 22 minutes, plus any extended practice
Open lesson 3Make a Capstone Review Evidence-Based
Use recorded evidence to choose proceed,revise or stop under the stated requirements.
About 22 minutes, plus any extended practice
Open lesson 4Review and transfer
After the lessons, try 4 new review cases and a practical task. Each answer has an explanation and a link back to the related lesson.
Open the unit reviewGuest answers are temporary. Keep your own paper or document; this unit does not certify completion or record a school grade.
Topic references
- 2026 CSTA PK–12 Computer Science Standards: topic reference — Algorithms & Design; Programming; Inclusive Collaboration
These references informed the topic selection. They do not certify complete standards alignment.