Topic 3.1: Conceptual modelling

Question 1

conceptual modelling

Answer 1

a model that exists in the mind used to help us know and understand ideas

Question 2

design cycle

Answer 2

the design process represents a collection of steps that a designer can follow to achieve a workable solution

Question 3

Modelling

Answer 3

the working through ideas or hypothesis by using sketching techniques to draw graphical modelling or manipulating materials to construct physical models

Question 4

Types of models

Answer 4

Graphical, physical virtual

Question 5

Conceptual modelling adv and disadv

Answer 5

ADV: shares big picture, easy for non designers to understand, used to communicate between clients and users, gauges people’s reaction to ideas
DISADV: lack of detail, can be misinterpreted/misleading, materials may not reflect final choice of materials, too simple (might exclude vital elements of design)