Assignment Guidelines: Systems Thinking (20 points)

Complete this assignment OR the System Failure discussion. You will apply systems thinking to a complex system, in hopes of improving system performance. You may choose any complex system that fits the assignment described below, but you may also choose to complete the assignment related to the Nuclear Power Plant and using the assignment as written.

• Identify a complex system and explain its function. The system can be either the nuclear power plant or one of your choice. (5 points)
• Identify at least 3 main subsystems within the larger system and explain at least one way that each subsystem contributes to the larger system. (5 points)
• Identify and describe at least one piece of information or feedback that must be communicated between a subsystem and the larger system in order for the system to function. (5 points)
• Describe at least one problem that could exist with the larger system or a subsystem. Create and describe a solution to the problem that incorporates changes or additions to the existing subsystems.(5 points)

Present this assignment in a Word (or RTF) document, a PowerPoint slide show, or in any other manner that can be submitted digitally. Your final product should be not more than 2 pages or 10 slides in length. Submit the assignment to the Systems Thinking Dropbox before the due date listed on the course calendar.