Vocab
Engineers will build ___________ to test their models to see what improvements need to be made.
Prototypes
Devices that are created to allow people to meet their needs and solve their problems. Tools and machines are examples of this.
Technology
What are three ways to communicate your designs to to others.
Talking, commercials, videos, bulletin boards, presentations, writing, etc.
Engineers use what two subjects to find solutions to our everyday problems.
Math and science
Name four different branches of engineering.
Mechanical, civil, biomedical, electrical, chemical, aerospace, structural, nuclear, computer, etc.
A group of standards that show how well a design is doing and to figure out what they need to improve on is called what?
Criteria
Bio means _______
Life
Step #2 - Plan and build.
What do engineers do during this step?
(Include a vocabulary word for full points)
Build prototypes to test
Keep records/drawings/notes
Name five different examples of technology.
Phone, pencil, car, smartboard, fridge, etc.
Positive effects are called what?
Benefits
Negative effects are called?
Risks
Step #3 Test and Improve
What happens during this step?
(Use a vocabulary word to get full credit)
After you build a prototype you test it, follow criteria to see what needs improvement.
Prosthetic designers need to study how ___________ moves.
the human body/muscles work
Technology may be simple or complex, but all technology meets a ________.
Need
Engineering
Find a problem.
Identify a need or problem to be solved.
Why is it important to keep detailed notes and drawings of the models and prototypes you build?
It helps them remember what they have done and provide information to others working on similar problems. If the prototype doesnt work, the records can provide clues to a solution that might work next time.
Biotechnology
Engineers who work with living things to improve the environment are practicing ___________.
Bioenginnering
What is step #4? And what happens during this step?
You might need to adjust the design and build a new prototype to test.
Why is a prototype usually tested and redesigned many times before it is sold in stores to consumers?
New designs need improvement, and they need to design and test a product to be sure consumers can use it properly. If they don't test and redesign it, and unsafe product will be sold and it can harm others.