Testing Results

Jim Phillips 9 May 2008
Systems Engineering II
Testing & Test Results

I. Testing Objectives
After completing construction of the final architectural model (see Figure 1-1), several strategies were employed evaluate how well the outcome of his project meets his initial expectations:

- The park is enjoyable for skateboarding and moderately easy to construct.
- The park adheres to the dimensions of the pre-determined site (305 ft. x 145 ft.)
- The park is budget appropriate.
- The model is neat and has a professional appearance.

II. Final Testing Procedures
First, the park design will be analyzed by a mentor to certify that it adequately fits in the required space, and that the ramps are of feasible size and style. Next, the model will be thoroughly examined to confirm that it is realistic and of professional appearance. To evaluate the success of the design itself, a survey (see Appendix A.) will be administered to fellow skateboarding peers, in order to obtain their opinion on whether or not they think it is an effective park design. Lastly, the completed project will be presented to the Toms River Board of Chosen Freeholders in the hopes that they will see the park as an excellent idea and begin construction on its real life counterpart. This will be the ultimate test of the initial project expectations.

III. Survey Test Results
The design and model evaluation surveys were distributed to approximately twenty five skateboarders, located in the Toms River area, as well as several nearby townships. The results of the evaluation surveys are displayed in the table below.

Skateboarder Survey Results

Aspect Surveyed Average Score
Skate-ability 10
Accuracy 8.32
Uniqueness 9.25
Flow 10
Model 9.44
Materials 8.56
TOTAL: 55.57

IV. Mentor Review Test Results
The final skate park design, along with many photos of the completed product, was sent to my mentor for review and analysis. After a careful assessment by several skate park designers, my mentor concluded that my design adequately fits in the required space, and that the ramps are of feasible size and style. My model was also confirmed to have a realistic and professional appearance.

Appendix A.

Toms River Skate Park Design Survey
Please answer the following survey questions on a scale of 1-10 (10 being the best)
1. Do you find the park design to be fun and skate-able?
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
2. Does the final model accurately portray the orthographic design plans?
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
3. Rate the uniqueness of the individual ramp designs.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
4. Rate the flow of the design and ramp positions.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
5. Rate the overall model.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
6. Do the materials chosen for the final ramp design appear skate-able?
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Questions or Comments:
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