1. Context and Challenge

Which of the following are true? Tick all that apply.

• Technology is only about electronics.

• Technology is about solving problems.

• Cars use technology, but windmills don't.

• Cavemen did not use technology.

Engineers who explore and develop solutions that contribute to improving our natural environment are known as what?

• Environmental engineers

• Chemical engineers

• Civil engineers

• Earth engineers

Which type of engineer would an architect be most likely to work with when designing and developing a new building?

• Chemical engineer

• Structural engineer

• Electronic engineer

An aerospace engineer might deal with the development of which of the following? Tick all that apply.

• Passenger planes

• Spacecraft

• Airport runways

• Helicopters

• Fighter jets

True or false: Engineering projects can have both positive and negative economic impacts.

• True

• False

Which of the following are possible environmental impacts of building a new road bridge over a river?

• Disruption to the river bed

• Injury/displacement of local wildlife

• Increased air and water pollution during construction

• Reduced income for ferry operators

A technology that has still to be successfully tried on a large scale is known as what kind of technology?

• Emerging

• Emergency

• Trial

• Experimental

Which TWO tasks might a mechanical engineer carry out when designing a rollercoaster?

• The chain system that drives the coaster cars

• The braking system that stop the coaster cars

• The strength of the structure

• The operation of the lights on the tracks and cars

Hydropower involves generating electricity using what?

• Water

• Wind

• Heat

• UV light

The manufacture and use of electric cars has no negative environmental impact. True or false?

• True

• False