Engineering Design Process
Windows 10 Fundamentals
Scientific/Engineering/SI Notation
Kinematics
Vocabulary
100

 What is the first step of the engineering design process?

The first step is defining the problem.

100

What feature allows you to organize your files in Windows 10?

File Explorer allows you to organize files.

100

Write the number 0.00056 in scientific notation.

5.6×10−4

100

 Define displacement.

A measurement between the starting position and final position of an object regardless of the path followed

100

Define velocity.

The change in an object’s position divided by time.

200

 Name one deliverable you would produce during the generate concepts phase.  

Decision Matrix OR concept sketch

200

Describe how to access the Control Panel in Windows 10.

You can access the Control Panel by searching for it in the Start menu.

200

Convert 1.5 kilometers to meters.

1.5 km=1500 meters

200

What is the difference between speed and velocity?

Velocity includes direction.

200

What does acceleration measure?

Acceleration measures the rate of change of velocity.

300

What is the first step to concept sketching?

drawing simple shapes

300

What is the purpose of Task Manager in Windows 10? 

Task Manager helps monitor and manage running applications and processes.

300

What is the difference between scientific and engineering notation?

Scientific notation expresses numbers as a product of a number between 1 and 10 and a power of ten; engineering notation uses powers of ten that are multiples of three.

300

Describe what the trajectory of a projectile looks like.

 The trajectory of a projectile typically forms a parabolic shape.

300

Describe what is meant by a "trajectory."

The path followed by a projectile flying or an object moving under the action of given forces.

400

What is the importance of testing in the engineering design process?

Documentation helps keep track of decisions, changes, and provides a reference for future projects.

400

Name one way to customize the desktop background in Windows 10.

Right-click on the desktop, select "Personalize," and choose a background.

400

Write 3.2 x 104 in engineering notation.

32×103

400

How can you determine acceleration from a velocity vs. time graph?

The slope of a velocity vs. time graph represents acceleration.

400

How can you describe motion using a graph?

Motion can be described by analyzing the slope of the position vs. time graph.

500

Name the 6 steps of the engineering design process and their deliverables. 

Define the Problem: Design Brief

Generate Concepts: Decision Matrix and Concept Sketches

Develop a Solution: Notes on Design, technical drawings

Construct and Test: Photos, prototype

Evaluate Solution: Analysis of the design

Present Solution: Technical Report

500

How can you create a shortcut for an application on your desktop?

You can create a shortcut by right-clicking the application and selecting "Create shortcut."

500

Convert 5 MV to mV.

5x106 V

500

Explain how to interpret a position vs. time graph for an object at rest.

A position vs. time graph for an object at rest is a horizontal line.

500

What is the significance of the slope in a position vs. time graph?

The slope represents the velocity of the object; a steeper slope indicates faster motion.