1 - design Methods and Processes

Question 1

What is Iterative Design?

Answer 1

• Repetitive circular design process used to refine and improve a design
• Designers will work through the process, constantly evaluating their work

Question 2

What is User Centered Design (UCD)?

Answer 2

• Design focused around the end user
• Involvement of the user throughout the process will boost success of UCD

Question 3

What standard will often be adhered to in UCD?

Answer 3

• ISO 13407
• The international usability standard

Question 4

2 methods used to achieve UCD

Answer 4

• The use of anthropometric data to design ergonomic products
• Observations of product use, such as focus groups

Question 5

Name 5 primary investigative techniques?

Answer 5

• Market research questionnaires and surveys
• Focus Groups
• Empathetic Research
• Product disassembly
• Product/material testing

Question 5

What are 4 different needs of the consumer should a designer take into account?

Answer 5

• Physical
• Emotional
• Intellectual
• Sociological

Question 6

What is Empathetic research?

Answer 6

Interacting with people who are directly affected by the issue the designer is trying to solve

Question 7

What 3 things should be included in the step by step plan of a prototype?

Answer 7

• Tools and equipment required
• QA and QC procedures
• Cutting list detailing materials and components

Question 7

What 3 aspects of a product can secondary research inform?

Answer 7

• Style and design movements
• Identification of suitable materials
• Anthropometric data

Question 8

The 4 Steps of the planning, manufacture, and evaluation of a prototype

Answer 8

1 - Step by step plan of prototype manufacturing process
2 - Carry out hand, machine, or rapid prototyping methods as needed
3 - Test and evaluate prototype
4 - Utilise an iterative design process to make improvements