Vocabulary 4, 5, & 6

A visual, mathematical, or three-dimensional representation in detail of an object or design, often smaller than the original. A model is often used to test ideas, make changes to a design, and to learn more about what would happen to a similar, real object.

• Prototype
• Dimension
• Model
• Design Elements

A full-scale working model used to test a design concept by making actual observations and necessary adjustments.

• Brainstorming
• Model
• Dimension
• Prototype

A method of shared problem solving in which all members of a group spontaneously, and in an unrestrained discussion, generate ideas.

• Brainstorming
• Model
• Design Elements
• Dimension

The factors (e.g., line, color, light, shadow, space, texture) that define a product and take into account the aesthetics and function of the product.

• Model
• Dimension
• Design Elements
• Brainstorming

A measure in one direction.

• Design Elements
• Brainstorm
• Prototype
• Dimension

Collecting data in a quantifiable manner.

• Unit
• Measurement
• Accuracy
• Precision

The condition or quality of being true, correct, or exact; precision; exactness. The degree of correctness of a quantity or expression.

• Unit
• Measurement
• Caliper
• Accuracy

The degree to which several measurements or calculations show the same or similar results. 

• Precision
• Unit
• Accuracy
• Measurement

A measuring tool with two usually adjustable jaws used especially to measure thickness or diameter.

• Measurement
• Precision
• Caliper
• Accuracy

A standard quantity in terms of which other quantities may be expressed.

• Precision
• Accuracy
• Measurement
• Unit