technology design how 2 series
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Technology DesignHOW 2 Series
evaluate products using the
ACCESS FManalysis & evaluation tool
Stage 1/9
A C C E S S F M
Sketch the product from several points of view.
Include features, such as buttons, screens etc.
Stage 2/9
Aesthetics What does it look
like? What shape is it? What colours? What style? Do you like it? Why?
A C C E S S F M
Stage 3/9
A C C E S S F M
Cost How much does it cost? Is this good value for
money? Why? Does the brand name
make it more expensive?
Stage 4/9
Consumer Who is the product aimed at? Age range? Interests? Tastes & style? What would they use it for?
How?
A C C E S S F M
Stage 5/9
Environment Does it produce harmful
chemicals? Does it make other people
uncomfortable? Did the manufacture cause
pollution? What? Does it use energy? What? What is the effect of this energy?
A C C E S S F M
Stage 6/9
Safety Are there any sharp
edges/corners Are there any loose
wires or parts? Is there anything that
could be a ‘choke hazard’ for children?
A C C E S S F M
Stage 7/9
A C C E S S F M
Size What are the key
dimensions? Is it suitable for its
task? What makes it
suitable?
Stage 8/9
Function What does it do? How does it work? Easy to use? What inputs are there?
E.g. buttons, sensors etc What outputs are there?
E.g. lights, sound etc
A C C E S S F M
Stage 9/9
Material What is it made from? Are the materials
appropriate? Why? How is it made? Is well made? What components are
there?
A C C E S S F M
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