Unit 3.2 - 4.4 Vocab Quiz

An approach to systems design and development that aims to make interactive systems more usable by focusing on the users of the system—their needs and requirements—and applying human factors/ergonomics and usability knowledge and techniques.

• Human Centered Design

• Biomimicry

• Anthropometric

Copying or imitating the special characteristics of living organisms (animals, plants, etc.) in materials, processes, or products. From bios, meaning life, and mimesis, meaning to imitate.

• Human Centered Design

• Biomimicry

• Anthropometric

Of or relating to the scientific study of the measurements and proportions of the human body.

• Human Centered Design

• Biomimicry

• Anthropometric

A visual representation of an idea. Can be a sketch, concept map, schematic, flow chart, or any other visual representation.

• Conceptual Model

• Systems Model

• Graphic Organizer

An abstract representation of a system that identifies interacting elements and components of the system and the relationships among those components and elements.

• Conceptual Model

• Systems Model

• Graphic Organizer

A visual display that demonstrates relationships between facts, concepts, or ideas. A graphic organizer guides the learner's thinking as they fill in and build upon a visual map or diagram.

• Conceptual Model

• Systems Model

• Graphic Organizer

An iterative design process involving a program that generates a certain number of outputs meeting certain constraints.

• Generative Design

• Algorithms

• Geometry

• Fusion 360

An ordered set of instructions that are used to carry out a task.

• Generative Design

• Algorithms

• Geometry

• Fusion 360

When an object moves in a straight line from one point in space to another.

• Linear Motion

• Rotary Motion

• Reciprocating Motion

• Oscillating Motion

Rotation around a fixed axis

• Linear Motion

• Rotary Motion

• Reciprocating Motion

• Oscillating Motion