GCSE Project: Computer Housing

GCSE Project: Computer Housing

1. Aesthetics

   • Constrasting colours
   • Will it be painted
   • Will it be polished
   • Style
     • Modern
     • Rustic
     • Pop Art
   • Finishes
     • Laquer
     • Varnish
     • Wax
     • Oils
     • Epoxy Resin
   • Material combination
   • Will it be Sand blasted

2. Cost

   • How much will the raw materials cost
   • How much is it in relation to alternatives
   • How much would the computer components cost
   • What will the end total come to

3. Client

   • How can I make the product aesthetically pleasing
   • What is the target audience
     • Age group
     • Lifestyle
     • Appeal
     • Gender
     • Marital status
   • Does it meet the client's requirements
   • What do they like
     • Type of design
     • Form factor
     • Materials

4. Environment

   • will be able to whist stand heat
   • Where will the project be kept
   • Will it be hidden away or in the open
   • Where will it be
     • Work
       • Will it emit much heat
     • Living room
       • Will the fans be loud
     • Office
     • Kitchen
       • Will it be water resistant
     • Bedroom

5. Safety

   • Could be fire hazard
   • Splinters on wood
   • Not sutible for 0-3 years old
   • Metal should not conduct electricity
   • Internal componnets should not be visable outside housing

6. Size

   • How big is the unit
   • How much space would it take up on a desk
   • Will it be compact
   • Does it fit around the computer components
   • How big is the motherboard tray in relation to the housing
   • How much space is inside the housing
   • How much space is there for ventilation

7. Function

   • What components will it fit
     • Case fans
     • Motherboard
     • Hard drives
     • Power supply
     • USB connectivity and power headers
   • Who will it mount the computer components
     • Motherboard trays
     • SSD Brackets
     • Motherboard stand offs
   • Will it have sufficient airflow
     • Intakes
     • Case fans
     • Hollow space inside

8. Material

   • What will it be made out of
     • Polymers
       • Thermoplastics
       • Thermosetting
     • Metals
       • Ferrous
       • Non-Ferrous
       • Heat Treatment
       • Alloys
     • Woods
       • Hard woods
       • Soft woods
       • Joints
     • Nails
     • Screws
     • Composites
     • Stability
   • Are the materials resistant to heat
   • Are the materials resistant to water
   • Will it include standard components
   • Heat Conductivity