MET 316 Lecture 1: MET 316 chapter notes (1)
22 May 2018
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An evaluation technique for technology that requires analyzing benefits and risks, understanding the
trade-offs, and then determining the best action to take in order to ensure that the desired positive
outcomes outweigh the negative consequences. Techniques used to analyze accomplishments against
specific goals and criteria. Examples of assessments include tests, surveys, observations, and self-
assessment.
Brainstorm
A group technique for solving problems, generating ideas, stimulating creative thinking, etc. by
unrestrained spontaneous participation in discussion.
Client
A person using the services of a professional person or organization.
Creativity
The ability to make or bring a new concept or idea into existence; marked by the ability or power to
create.
Criteria
A means of judging. A standard, rule, or test by which something can be judged.
Constraint
1. A limit to a design process. Constraints may be such things as appearance, funding, space, materials,
and human capabilities. 2. A limitation or restriction.
Design
1. An iterative decision-making process that produces plans by which resources are converted into
products or systems that meet human needs and wants or solve problems. 2. A plan or drawing
produced to show the look and function or workings of something before it is built or made. 3. A
decorative pattern.
Design Brief
A written plan that identifies a problem to be solved, its criteria, and its constraints. The design brief is
used to encourage thinking of all aspects of a problem before attempting a solution.
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