Matrix structure
ATIC terminology is a language interface, not a classification.
Its structure is formed as a matrix. Not taxonomic.
The ATIC terminology is structured in three ontological layers : structuring, basic and molecular / atomic elements.
| Elements | Meaning | Axes | Types |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Structuring |
Conceptual clusters High level of abstraction |
All |
Dimensions Categories Components (edit) Metaconcepts Other clusters |
|
Basics |
Constructs of interest |
Main axes |
Outcome / outcome variables Diagnostics Interventions |
|
Molecular and atomic |
Intermediate and essential conceptual units. They allow to increase the specificity of the basic elements. |
Main axes Secondary axes |
Valuation parameters Activities Actions and conditions Attributes Beneficiaries Scales and Units Space, location and position Focus Judgment Products, medicines, foods and substances Resources, media and context Temporality |