Explain why designers make models of their ideas during the design process.

Designers can make use of Computer Aided Design (CAD) software to produce virtual
Explain the advantages and disadvantages of using CAD for virtual modelling instead of
models of their designs.
traditional modelling techniques.

Designers can make use of Computer Aided Design (CAD) software to produce virtual
Explain the advantages and disadvantages of using CAD for virtual modelling instead of
models of their designs.
traditional modelling techniques.

Suggest two different types of research that the designer will need to carry out.
In each case explain why it is necessary to carry out this type of research.
when designing the computer workstation.

Explain why it is important for designers to protect their ideas.

Describe the various methods that a manufacturer would use to ensure that the
consumer receives a high quality product.

Explain why a designer should consider the importance of maintenance when
designing products.

Designers and manufacturers must be aware of the social and moral implications of their products.

Give three reasons why computer games are considered by some parents to be socially irresponsible products. Explain each of your answers.

Give three social, moral or environmental factors that manufacturers must consider to ensure that their products will be acceptable. Explain your answers.

Before a product is designed it is useful to carry out market research.
List three different methods of carrying out market research.

Explain why it is important to carry out market research.

Once a product has been manufactured it must then be advertised.

List three different methods of advertising a product.

Explain why it is important to advertise a product.