Systems Diagrams Examples

This resource is a PowerPoint presentation designed to improve teacher understanding of systems theory and systems diagrams.

This resource includes an introduction to systems and key terms such as input, process, output, sub-system and feedback. It also provides an additional 23 slides showing examples of systems diagrams ranging from simple three block systems typical of the level found at key stage 3 Engineering and/or D&T, to complex systems including sub-systems and feedback, typical of the higher end of GCSE Engineering.

This resource can be used to support the training of teachers in this topic area, for example, through presentation at department meetings or in teacher CPD time, or by individual teachers to develop their own knowledge and understanding of this topic.