Testing Procedures

There are three aspects of the EMC that must be tested after the final product is created.

The first thing to be evaluated is the efficacy of the final product as a functioning medical clinic. This will be tested by taking the model, drawings, and portfolio to current EMCs (such as the EMO in Middletown, NJ), doctors, and other medical professionals. They will evaluate whether or not the layout would work in a real setting, whether or not the EMC posseses all necessary rooms, and if they themselves would practice in the proposed EMC. In an actual emergency such as a broken ankle a patient would first be put in a wheelchair and taken to the x-ray room. The x-rays would then be read by the radiologist and he would make a diagnosis. If needed, a cast would then be put on. The professionals analyzing my model would make sure that a wheelchair would fit in the hallways, make sure the x-ray rooms have everything necessary and are laid out correctly, and finally make sure there is sufficient room for all other tests.

The second thing to be evaluated is the drawings. We will take the drawings and model to our mentors and other architects to have them evaluate our drawings.
Steps they would take include:
1. Evaluate whether or not the drawings are done correctly
2. Decide if they are labeled correctly
3. Make sure hallways, doorways, and rooms are big enough
4. Tell if rooms are set up correctly
5. Make other suggestions for rooms

Lastly, my group members and I must check that the plans and model fit all specifications and limits.