Year 11 Flashcards
(23 cards)
Client
The person who orders and is paying for the product
End user
The person who wears/uses the end product
Constraints
Aspects of the design brief that cannot be changed
Considerations
Aspects of the design brief that must be thought out and can be changed
Design brief
A written statement outlining the design problem and its requirements
Evaluation criteria
Turning constraints into questions
Sustainability
Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs, and it should blend the fulfillment of human needs with the protection of air, soil, water and all forms of life
Pillars of sustainability
Social
Environmental
Economics
Social
Ensuring the needs of people are considered and addressed
Environmental
Consists of air, water, land, animals and plant growth
Economics
Needs to occur without negativity impacting on community well-being or environmental integrity
Primary functions
The main purpose of a product
Secondary
Differentiate products from their competitors
Kettle
Primary- boils water
Secondary- pour water safely, strong handle , be able to be filled easily and a boiling indicator
Sunglasses
Primary- eye protection from the sun
Secondary- to fit the user, to remain on the wearers eyes, to be fashionable and to be stored safely when not in use
Visualisations
Drawings of potential ideas for your design or components of your design
Ergonomics
The relationship between people, the products they use and their physical environment
Mood board
A collage of images, design fragments, textures, colour etc. that might provide a background or context for design ideas
Globalisation
The worldwide reach of markets and trade
Client profile
Should paint a picture of the clients needs, wants and requirements.
Aesthetics
Related to the visual and sensual aspects of a product, sometimes associated with beauty
Product design factors
Aspects that influence the design
Product design
Investigating and defining.
Design and development.
Planning and production.
Evaluation.
