Generation Genius (TM): Engineering Design Process

Engineers design, build, and test things to solve....

• problems

• solutions

• prototypes

• brainstorming

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Designs can be improved by...

• throwing them out

• redesigning them

• testing a prototype

• defining the problem

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Which step might be included when optimizing a design solution?

• Drawing models
• Testing a prototype
• Analyzing data
• All of the above

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What is the main job of engineers?

• Working on a computer
• Using math
• Using science
• Solving problems

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Phase 1 of the Engineering Design Process

• Define an engineering problem

• Develop possible solutions

• Optimize the design solution

• Microwave a burrito

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Limits to a solution, such as a limited amount of time to complete a project are called:

• Criteria

• Constraints

• Cost

• Agenda

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Requirements or desired features for a design solution are called:

• Criteria

• Constraint

• Cost

• All of the above

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What type of engineer designs machines?

• Mechanical engineer

• Chemical engineer

• Civil engineer

• Aerospace engineer

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What type of engineer helped design a solution for oil spills in the ocean?

• Mechanical engineer

• Chemical engineer

• Civil engineer

• Aerospace engineer

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What type of engineer helps design roads and bridges?

• Mechanical engineer

• Chemical engineer

• Civil engineer

• Aerospace engineer