Tools and Tactics of Design

by Dominick, Peter G.; Demel, John T.; Lawbaugh, William M.; Freuler, Richard J.; Kinzel, G. L.; Fromm, Eli

• ISBN13: 9780471386483
• ISBN10: 0471386480
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2000-11-14
• Publisher: Wiley

Summary

This book is about the process of design and the skills that individuals should develop in order to execute that process. Its focus is on explaining the engineering design process but the authors have also tried to provide an experiential resource. In this regard the book provides the reader with guidance on how to use a variety of tools and techniques that support collaborative design efforts.

Author Biography

Peter G. Dominick and John T. Demel are the authors of Tools and Tactics of Design, published by Wiley.

Table of Contents

Introduction	1	(25)
Introduction to Engineering Design-The Art of Design	1	(2)
Organization of This Design Text	3	(10)
Intersection of Phases and Steps with Skills and Activities	4	(1)
Phases and Steps of the Design Process	5	(3)
Skills and Activities	8	(4)
Case Examples, Projects, and Other Learning Tools	12	(1)
Tips on Using this Text	13	(1)
Other Important Characteristics of the Design Process	13	(13)
Products and Systems	14	(1)
Multiple Goals	14	(1)
Closed Versus Open-Ended Problems	14	(1)
Application of Established Scientific Principles and Technologies	15	(1)
Iteration and Feedback	15	(1)
Stepwise, Sequential Design vs. Concurrent Design	16	(4)
Safety and Reliability Issues	20	(1)
Ethical Issues in Design	21	(1)
Chapter Review	22	(4)
Defining The Problem: Steps And Decision-Making Skills	26	(19)
Forming the Problem Statement	27	(9)
Research and Data Gathering	29	(1)
Eliminating Biases and Overcoming Assumptions	29	(4)
Analyzing Key Phrases	33	(3)
Identifying Functional Requirements	36	(2)
Using Objective Trees	37	(1)
Recognizing Constraints and Limitations	38	(2)
Using Sketches	39	(1)
Clarifying the Problem Over Time	39	(1)
Defining a Schedule and Forming a Team	40	(5)
Chapter Review	42	(3)
Defining The Problem: Project And People Skills	45	(28)
Project Management	45	(8)
Discussing and Defining Project Expectations	47	(1)
Coordinating Schedules and Planning Meetings	48	(2)
Establishing Working Agreements	50	(3)
Adhering to Your Working Agreement	53	(1)
Communication	53	(10)
Active Listening and Probing Skills	54	(3)
The Laboratory Record Book	57	(2)
Composition Skills	59	(4)
Collaboration	63	(10)
Overview of the Stages of Team Development	64	(3)
Working through Your Team's Forming Stage	67	(1)
Chapter Review	68	(2)
Behavioral Checklist for Phase I	70	(3)
Design Phase 2: Formulating Solutions-Steps And Decision Making	73	(25)
Defining Design Parameters	73	(6)
Innovation Versus Origination	74	(2)
Considering External Factors	76	(3)
Identifying Alternatives	79	(11)
Brainstorming	80	(1)
Lateral Thinking	81	(3)
Delphi and Nominal Group Techniques	84	(2)
TRIZ	86	(4)
Evaluating and Analyzing Alternatives	90	(4)
Systematic Decision Grids	90	(2)
Force-Field Analysis	92	(1)
Making Estimates	92	(2)
Selecting a Solution	94	(4)
Chapter Review	95	(3)
Formulating Solutions: Project And People Skills	98	(35)
Project Management	98	(9)
Preparing and Using Gantt Charts	99	(4)
Program Evaluation and Review Technique and Critical Path Method	103	(3)
Establishing and Maintaining Records	106	(1)
Communication	107	(9)
Writing Proposals	108	(5)
Preparing Bibliographies	113	(3)
Collaboration	116	(17)
Ensuring Full and Open Participation	116	(3)
Reaching Consensus and Building Commitment	119	(1)
Managing Conflict	120	(4)
Avoiding Groupthink	124	(4)
Chapter Review	128	(2)
Behavioral Checklist for Phase 2	130	(3)
Developing Models And Prototypes (Steps And Decision Making)	133	(20)
Selecting a Modeling Process	135	(5)
Performing Design Analyses	140	(7)
Testing the Overall Design	147	(1)
Revising, Refining, and Critiquing the Design	147	(6)
Chapter Review	150	(3)
Developing Models And Prototypes: Project And People Skills	153	(21)
Project Management	153	(3)
Clarifying Role and Responsibilities	153	(3)
Obtaining Resources	156	(1)
Communication	156	(8)
Writing Progress Reports	156	(5)
Providing Feedback	161	(2)
Seeking Input and Feedback	163	(1)
Collaboration	164	(10)
Managing Role Conflict and Role Ambiguity	165	(1)
Recognizing Style Differences	166	(3)
Eliminating Social Loafing	169	(1)
Chapter Review	169	(2)
Behavioral Checklist for Phase 3	171	(3)
Presenting And Implementing Your Design	174	(37)
Presenting the Final Design	175	(17)
Developing Presentation Skills	177	(2)
Preparing Visual Displays	179	(3)
Making the Presentation	182	(2)
Involving All Team Members in Your Presentation	184	(3)
Writing the Final Design Report	187	(5)
Implementing Production	192	(7)
Dealing with Last-Minute Changes, Retrofits, and Workarounds	192	(5)
Checklisting	197	(1)
Seeking a Fresh Perspective	198	(1)
Introducing and Distributing	199	(4)
Ensuring Quality Management	200	(2)
Applying CQI to Your Design Project	202	(1)
Following Up	203	(8)
Reviewing Performance	204	(1)
Reviewing Team Process Effectiveness	205	(1)
Celebrating Successes	206	(1)
Chapter Review	206	(2)
Behavioral Checklist for Phase 4	208	(3)
Appendix A Behavioral Checklist Summary Forms	211	(6)
Index	217