Identifying Requirements Flashcards
Define
context.
the situation a design solution is intended for
What decisions does context affect?
who, what, when, where, why, how
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stakeholder.
a person, group or organization with an interest in a product/system
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primary user.
the person or group who will use a product or system
What is
human factors?
the scientific discipline looking at the interaction between humans and elements of a product and/or system
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globalisation.
businesses and organisations operating globally and developing international influence
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sustainable economic growth.
development that aims to satisfy the economic needs of humans while sustaining natural resources and the environment for future generations
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usability.
how easy a product is to use, how clear and obvious the functions are
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inclusive design.
designing mainstream products for the widest possible audience without the need for special adaptation
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ergonomics.
the study of how we use and interact with a product or system
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anthropometrics.
the study of the sizes of the human body
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aesthetics.
factors concerned with the appreciation of beauty
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aesthetically pleasing.
beautiful to all of the senses
Why is considering colour very important in design?
Because colour evokes emotional response. Designers need to understand these responses to help them make good design decisions
What is
colour harmony?
colours that sit next to each other on the colour wheel
(e.g. red and orange)
