Foundations of Technology Design Principles Teacher Resource Unit

Foundations of Technology Design Principles Teacher Resource – Unit 2 Lesson 3 © 2013 International Technology and Engineering Educators Association STEM Center for Teaching and Learning™ Foundations of Technology

The BIG Idea Big Idea: There are several factors that significantly influence the design process. © 2013 International Technology and Engineering Educators Association STEM Center for Teaching and Learning™ Foundations of Technology

Characterizing Design is an essential action in engineering and is a primary component of product development. Good design focuses on efficiency during product development and use by the consumer. Design problems seldom arise in a clearly defined form. © 2013 International Technology and Engineering Educators Association STEM Center for Teaching and Learning™ Foundations of Technology

Characterizing Design is often driven by profit motive and the market. Good design incorporates the principles of universal design and artistic design. © 2013 International Technology and Engineering Educators Association STEM Center for Teaching and Learning™ Foundations of Technology

Principles of Universal Design Universal design states that all engineered products and environments be usable by all people, without the need for modification. This effort is focused on reducing the need for adaptation or specializing a product post-development. © 2013 International Technology and Engineering Educators Association STEM Center for Teaching and Learning™ Foundations of Technology

Principles of Universal Design There are seven factors in Universal Design: 1. Equitable Use: the design is useful to people with diverse abilities. 2. Flexibility in Use: the design meets a wide range of individual preferences and abilities. 3. Simple and Intuitive Use: the design is easy to understand use. © 2013 International Technology and Engineering Educators Association STEM Center for Teaching and Learning™ Foundations of Technology

Principles of Universal Design There are seven factors in Universal Design: 4. Perceptible Information: the design communicates necessary information to the user. 5. Tolerance in Error: the design reduces hazards in use or accidental use. © 2013 International Technology and Engineering Educators Association STEM Center for Teaching and Learning™ Foundations of Technology

Principles of Universal Design There are seven factors in Universal Design: 6. Low Physical Effort: the design can be used efficiently and comfortably. 7. Size and Space for Approach and Use: the design is appropriate for all users regardless of their body type. For more information, please visit: http: //www. ncsu. edu/project/design-projects/udi/ © 2013 International Technology and Engineering Educators Association STEM Center for Teaching and Learning™ Foundations of Technology

Artistic Design in Engineering For products to be successful, they must be visually appealing. The basic principles of design used to create art are often applied when developing a product. © 2013 International Technology and Engineering Educators Association STEM Center for Teaching and Learning™ Foundations of Technology

Artistic Design in Engineering Balance: the product is visually equal (can be symmetrical or asymmetrical). Contrast: a change in the product’s color or a value to distinguish the elements of the design. Center of Interest (emphasis): the area that first attracts the user to the product. © 2013 International Technology and Engineering Educators Association STEM Center for Teaching and Learning™ Foundations of Technology

Artistic Design in Engineering Directional Movement: the visual flow as the user manipulates the product. Harmony: how the product interacts with the surrounding environment. Rhythm: the reoccurrence of elements within the product. © 2013 International Technology and Engineering Educators Association STEM Center for Teaching and Learning™ Foundations of Technology