Definition
What is the definition of engineer?
someone who designs, builds, and tests things to solve problems.
What is the definition of engineering?
Using science and math to creatively solve problems.
What is the definition of improve?
Make something better
Engineers start with a ____
Problem
What is the definition of problem?
A challenge that needs a solution
What is the first step in the engineering process?
Sketch/ draw it
When a test has not passed it has______
Failed
What are the 2 subjects engineers use to solve problem?
Math and science
What do you do if a solution to a problem does not work?
You make some changes and try again
Build it
From the video on Tuesday the lightbulb was the solution to what problems?
Darkness
What is the third step in the engineering process?
Test it
How many steps are there in the engineering process?
3
What is the fourth step in the engineering process?
None haha
What type of engineer work on rockets?
aerospace
Sarah uses the engineering process to make a paper kite. When she tested the kite, it did not fly. What should she do next?
Think about ways to improve it
Name 3 engineering creations
Light bulb, cars, rockets, etc..
Why is it important for an engineer to test things they create?
By testing things, engineers can figure out how to improve their design
What are all 3 steps in the engineering process?
1. Sketch
2. Build
3. Test
What type of engineer designs robots?
Electrical engineer
What is the main goal of the engineering process?
Thomas Edison
Who invented the car? Hint: Think of a car brand.
Henry Ford
In the video from Tuesday, how did the boy improve his bridge structure?
He added more noodles to support the trucks weight
In the video from Tuesday, what was the challenge the kids had to solve?
Build a bridge to allow the truck to pass