Topic 1: Human Factors and Ergonomics

Design better with IB Human Factors Notes for HL Design Tech. Learn how ergonomics and user-centered design improve products and environments.

• Covers percentiles, anthropometrics, and safety
• Helpful diagrams and real-world applications
• Great for IA design planning and evaluations
• Follows HL syllabus learning outcomes closely

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Topic 2: Resource Management and Sustainable Production

Plan efficient and sustainable systems with IB Resource Management Notes. Created for HL Design Tech students focusing on ecology and materials.

• Discusses life cycle analysis and recycling
• Strategies for efficient resource use
• Prepares you for Paper 2 and case studies
• Follows HL sustainability learning outcomes

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Topic 3: Modelling

Learn how modeling aids decision-making in design with IB Design Modelling Notes. Perfect for HL students exploring data interpretation and simulation.

• Covers conceptual, graphical, and virtual modeling
• Emphasizes testing and evaluating design solutions
• Includes practical HL exam question formats
• Useful for Paper 2 and project-based assessments

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Topic 4: Financial Production

Understand budgeting and cost management with IB Financial Production Notes. Essential for HL Design Tech students tackling feasibility and resource use.

• Teaches cost estimation, break-even analysis
• Links economics with design evaluation
• Great for Paper 2 case study responses
• Encourages sustainable and cost-effective thinking

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Topic 5: Innovation

Understand how innovation shapes products with IB Design Innovation Notes. Ideal for HL Design Technology students exploring invention, ideation, and market impact.

• Case studies on innovative products
• Focus on iterative processes and design thinking
• Helps with IA planning and evaluation
• Matches IB Topic 5 HL objectives

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Topic 6: Classic Design

Gain insight into timeless design principles with IB Design Classic Notes. A must-have for HL students exploring influential design evolution and utility.

• Highlights design eras and user impact
• Encourages analysis of product form and function
• Supports IA planning and HL discussions
• Structured for syllabus clarity and exam prep

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Topic 7: User Centered Design

Explore empathy-driven creation with User-Centered Design Topic 7 HL Notes. Learn how user needs guide every step in the design process.

• Focuses on personas, ergonomics, and feedback
• Practical examples of inclusive design
• Supports IA reflections and Paper 2 answers
• Great for project-based learning and critiques

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Topic 8: Sustainability

Explore eco-conscious product development with IB HL Design Technology Topic 8 Notes. Focuses on life cycle analysis and sustainable design methods.

• Highlights materials, recycling, and waste
• Includes strategies for green innovation
• Great for IA justification and Paper 2 use
• Encourages critical thinking about design impact

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Topic 9: Innovation and Markets

a no-nonsense note set of notes including all the key definitions and concepts

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