Demonstration of the techniques may include
- freehand sketching
- isometric, multiview, and orthographic sketching
- computer-aided sketching
- flow charts
- decision trees
- diagrams
- graphs
- tables.
Application of the benefits may include how visual communication
- provides a pictorial or graphical presentation of the design solution
- stimulates collaboration
- documents the thinking process.
Process/Skill Questions:
- How does sketching help formulate one’s ideas?
- What is an isometric drawing? An orthographic drawing?
- How does a sketch differ from a drawing?
- How is a technical drawing/sketch different from an artistic drawing/sketch?
- How do charts and graphs illustrate systems and processes?