Design Tools - Module 3

What is the title of Module 3?

• Design Principles

• Design Tools

• Design Methods

• Design Patterns

Which of the following is NOT a tool or skill commonly employed by engineers?

• Design processes

• Brainstorming

• Sketching

• Cooking

What are the fundamental tools of engineering mentioned in the introduction?

• Science, technology, and mathematics

• History, geography, and literature

• Art, music, and physical education

• Economics, politics, and sociology

Which of the following is a skill that engineers employ across all disciplines?

• Modeling

• Dancing

• Singing

• Painting

Which of the following is the first step in the Engineering Design Process?

• Brainstorm Possible Solutions

• Define The Problem

• Create The Solution

• Test And Evaluate

What is the main purpose of the Engineering Design Process?

• To create a prototype

• To refine existing solutions

• To move from a loosely understood problem to a highly refined solution

• To establish criteria and constraints

Which step in the Engineering Design Process involves generating and developing ideas into solutions?

• Research Ideas / Explore Possibilities

• Communicate The Results

• Develop A Design Proposal

• Select An Approach

According to the text, why can depicting design processes as a linear sequence of steps be misleading?

• Because it is always carried out in a linear fashion

• Because problem-solving endeavors are not always linear

• Because it simplifies the process

• Because it makes the process easier to understand

What is one of the key skills of a successful design engineer?

• Ability to analyze ideal situations

• Ability to analyze less-than-ideal situations

• Ability to avoid problems

• Ability to work independently

What is a design brief?

• A) A detailed project plan

• B) A concise information tool summarizing important information about a design project

• C) A list of design specifications

• D) A client feedback form