Project Title: AI-Driven Project Guidance Prototype

CapSource Technologies

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Project Title AI-Driven Project Guidance Prototype
Project Topics Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Entrepreneurship Information Technology (IT) Innovation Marketing Product Design & Development Research & Development Research, Analysis, Evaluation Software Design & Development UX/UI & Human-Centered Design
Skills & Expertise
Project Synopsis: Challenge/Opportunity
CapSource Technologies excels in creating innovative educational solutions that empower students to engage with real-world projects. However, they face a significant challenge: ensuring students have the necessary guidance and support to navigate complex projects successfully. Many students struggle with project management, leading to suboptimal outcomes for both their learning experience and industry partners. The lack of timely interventions from educators further exacerbates this issue, resulting in students missing critical learning opportunities and industry partners receiving less than ideal project deliverables.
Project Synopsis: Activities/Actions Required
  1. The project will employ a variety of methodologies, including qualitative and quantitative research methods to gather insights on student project challenges.
  2. Students will conduct surveys and interviews with peers and educators to understand their needs and expectations.
  3. Data analysis techniques will be utilized to identify patterns and success factors in project management.
  4. The design phase will incorporate UX/UI principles to create an intuitive interface for the AI guidance tool.
  5. Prototyping will involve iterative design sessions, where students test and refine the tool based on user feedback.
  6. Deliverables will include research reports, wireframes, a functional prototype, and a presentation to CapSource Technologies showcasing their findings and recommendations.
Project Synopsis: Expected Results
  • Expected outcomes include a functional prototype of the AI.
  • driven guidance tool, along with a comprehensive report detailing the research findings and design rationale. Students will learn valuable skills in project management, AI application, and user.
  • centered design. The project will deliver significant business value by providing CapSource with a tested prototype that can enhance student success and improve educator interventions. SMART goals include completing the prototype within three months, achieving a user satisfaction score of at least 80% during testing, and presenting findings that outline at least three actionable recommendations for further development.

Project Timeline

CapSource Technologies - AI-Driven Project Guidance Prototype
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Tue, 02/03/26
12:00 AM UTC
Projects Kickoff
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Location: In Person
Fri, 03/06/26
12:00 AM UTC
Student Temperature Check
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Fri, 03/27/26
12:00 AM UTC
Student temperature Check #2
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Fri, 05/08/26
12:00 AM UTC
End of Project Self Reflection
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Program Managers

Name Organization
Clayton Looney University of Montana

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