In designing a device or process, thought should be given to how it
will be manufactured, operated, maintained, replaced, and disposed of and
who will sell, operate, and take care of it. The costs associated with
these functions may introduce yet more constraints on the design.
| NSES Content Standard E
Science and Technology: Abilities of technological design Grades 9-12, page 192 Propose designs and choose between alternative solutions. Students should demonstrate thoughtful planning for a piece of technology or technique. Students should be introduced to the roles of models and simulations in these processes. |