Year 9
What do 'ergonomics' and 'anthropometrics' mean?
In this lesson, we will focus on understanding the meaning of 'anthropometrics' and 'ergonomics'. Through understanding these terms, you'll know why they are so important for designers.
Year 9
What do 'ergonomics' and 'anthropometrics' mean?
In this lesson, we will focus on understanding the meaning of 'anthropometrics' and 'ergonomics'. Through understanding these terms, you'll know why they are so important for designers.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- consider additional factors such as ergonomics, anthropometrics or dietary needs
Equipment
Basic modelling equipment (including paper / fabrics).
Licence
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4 Questions
Q1.
Most products you buy are made for the 'average sized' person.
False
Q2.
Custom made or bespoke products are made based upon the size of a specific client.
False
Q3.
Ergonomically designed products might be more expensive.
False
Q4.
Anthropometrics means 'human measurements'.
False
4 Questions
Q1.
Anthropometrics means 'considerations that lead to the design of a product that functions well and is optimised for human use and interaction'.
True
Q2.
'Anthropos' is a Greek word and it means 'human'
False
Q3.
When anthropometric data is collected, data from the top and bottom 5% is not included in the 90% average that is used to design a 'product for all'.
False
Q4.
Ergonomically designed products should be enjoyable to use.
False