α2 Engineering Design Processes

 

Introduction

 An open ended design process involves identifying a justifiable problem and developing an original solution that attempts to solve it. The engineering design process is typically non-linear. Designers may need to re-visit steps in the process or take next steps based on feedback from previous steps. The engineering design process is both a guide and a series of waypoints for effective problem solving. It is a tool for self-evaluation as an engineer moves through the process. Here are someimportant things to consider as you begin.

• Is there only one design process that is right?
• Why is it crucial to use a design process when trying to solve complex problems?
• What are the fundamental aspects of any engineering design process?
• What determines the next step in a design process?