Sample Engineering Design
Models
1. Define the problem.
2. Generate ideas (BRAINSTORM).
– open discussion
– Make a list
3. Select a solution.
– sketch what you think it will look like
4. Select and use tools, equipment and
materials to make your prototype.
5. Test the prototype.
6. Collect, organize, display and interpret
data to make decisions and predictions.
7. Evaluate the effectiveness of mode and
recommend changes.
8. Present results and make any changes.
Test it
Build a
prototype
Revise
it
Final
Product
Define
the
Problem
Generate
Ideas
Select an
idea
The Design Process
Engineering Design Process
Does it work?
Define
Problem
or Need
Modify &
redesign
Select
& Test
Proof of
concept
What similar
things exist?
Research
Investigate
Gather Info
Does solution
meet need?
Analyze
Evaluate
Solutions
Brainstorming
Propose
Design
Solutions