D2
critically evaluate the success of the solution against the design specification
In this stage, you begin by following your testing plan and gather the data. Next you summarize the data you gathered. Finally, you use the data analysis to evaluate how well the design met the the design specifications (B1)
D2 Content
Your evaluation of the solution can be organized around 3 sections.
1. Specification
Copy and paste this from B1.
2. Summary
In this section you should summarize the data you gathered. You should include:
A 2-4 sentence summary of the data you gathered.
Use the PEEL writing format to guide you.
Any evidence such as photographs, links to an online survey, charts, data tables, etc.
If the test is a simple performance test, like supporting weight, you can just write “Supports an adult weighing 85kg”.
3. Analysis
In this section you should analyze the data. What does the data tell you about how well your design meets the design specifications?
Quantitative Data: Identify if the design actually meets the specification based on the data you collected. Does it meet the goal of the specification? Identify the aspects of the design or the test that influenced the result.
Qualitative Data: Describe how this data does or does not support the specification. Identify aspects of the design or the test that influenced the result.
Each analysis should be between 1-3 sentences, depending on the type of test.
4. Evaluation
Based on your summary (part 2) and analysis (part 3), state how well the design meets the design specifications.
Use one of these three phrases:
Does not meet specifications
Partially meets specifications
Meets specifications
Exceeds specifications