Intro to Engineering and Engineers
_____is the application of science, mathematics, and technology to solve real-world problems and create useful products or systems
What is engineering?
a systematic series of steps that engineers use to solve problems and develop functional products or processes
What is the engineering design process?
Investigating what is already known about the problem, users, and existing solutions
What is background research?
Their work can impact safety, the environment, and society, so ethical decisions are crucial.
Why do engineers need to consider ethics?
Generating as many possible solutions or ideas as possible without immediate judgment
What is brainstorming?
design, build, and test solutions to problems, often creating new products, structures, or system
What does an engineer do?
The steps are often iterative, meaning steps are repeated and revisited as needed
Is the engineering design process always linear?
Specific criteria that the solution must meet to be successful
What are design requirements?
To solve problems efficiently and safely, meeting the needs of society
What is the main goal of engineering?
A ___ Engineer created the snowboard
What is Mechanical?
Civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering
What are three branches of Engineering?
Define the problem, develop ideas, and optimize the design solution
What are the three main phases of the engineering design process?
Repeating steps or cycles to improve the design based on feedback and testing
What is iteration in engineering?
Engineering projects often require collaboration among people with different skills and expertise
Why is teamwork important in engineering?
A ___ Engineer made water slides.
What is Chemical?
Scientists seek to understand how the world works, while engineers use that understanding to design solutions to problems
How do engineers differ from scientists?
Define the problem
What is the first step in the engineering design process?
By comparing how well each idea meets the requirements and constraints
How do engineers choose the best solution?
Bridges, smartphones, cars, or medical devices.
What is an example of an engineering product.
___ engineers are responsible for the technology behind the tv and radio>
What is Electrical?
Problem-solving, creativity, communication, teamwork, and technical knowledge
What skills are important for engineers?
Background research or gathering information about the problem and existing solutions
What comes after defining the problem?
A working model or early version of a solution used for testing and evaluation
What is a prototype?
To see if the solution works as intended and to identify areas for improvement
Why do engineers test prototypes?
considering limits such as cost, materials, time, and safety when designing solutions
How do engineers handle constraints?