Science, Engineering, or Technology
This is the study of the natural and physical world.
Science
This is something that limits the design such as a budget, time or available materials
What is a constraint
This is the first step in the EDP.
Identify a Problem or a Need
This bridge is supported by cables and can span a very long distance
Suspension
Brainstorm
Research and Develop
This field seeks to find solutions to society's wants and needs
Engineering
This is a small-scale model used to test a design.
Prototype
If the design has flaws, the engineer might need to go back and do this step.
Redesign
This bridge can open and close allowing ships to travel on the waterways beneath it.
Drawbridge
Improve design weaknesses
Redesign
Uses various methods such as observations or experiments to create knowledge
Science
During the design process, engineers will have a set of requirements. These are called...
Criteria
This step often involves gathering and analyzing data.
Test and Evaluate
This bridge is the most simple design and does not span long distances
Beam
Make something to test
Build a Prototype
Can be used to describe almost anything made by humans to fix a problem or meet a need.
Technology
When an engineer begins to draw, he/she will use this to enlarge or reduce the dimensions of the object.
Scale
In order to try out the design, the engineer must first do this step.
Build a Prototype
This curved bridge can be made of steel or iron, but will sometimes be made of stone for a natural look.
Arch
Determine strengths and weaknesses
Test and Evaluate
This field applies math and science to solve problems.
Engineering
Bigger cars usually have more power, but use more gas. This is an example of what?
A trade-off
This step involves identifying possible solutions.
Research and Develop
This bridge uses triangular units that add greater strength to the structure.
Truss
Modify
Redesign