Describe the engineering design process.

Description should include

• the concept that the engineering design process is a systematic, creative process for solving problems concerning real objects, products, systems, and environments
• the engineering design loop.

Process/Skill Questions:

• How can design problems be identified?
• What are the types of problems that concern product developers?
• Why is it important to identify criteria and constraints?
• What techniques are used to refine a design?
• How can a design be evaluated?
• What is quality control?
• Why should final solutions be re-evaluated? How is this done?
• What are the basic requirements of design?
• What are ergonomics?
• What are functional requirements?
• What are the benefits of following a process when designing a product?