Engineering Design Process Quiz

1. Engineering is

• A human-made object
• Electronic appliances
• The application of math and science to solve real world problems
• Only for geniuses

2. The purpose of the design process is to

• Solve problems effectively and efficiently
• Make a problem more complicated
• Ensure an engineer is using their notebook correctly
• Slow down the engineer's work

3. Which step of the design process includes analyzing and evaluating all of the possible solutions and choosing the best possible solution while considering the project criteria and constraints?

• Develop a solution
• Define the problem
• Present the solution
• Construct and test prototype

4. What step of the design process includes determining the effectiveness of your solution and how you could improve it?

• Generate concepts
• Define the problem
• Present the solution
• Evaluate the solution

4. Soon you will be learning about a new project and the design problem you have to solve. What step of the design process is this?

• Generate concepts
• Define the problem
• Present the solution
• Evaluate the solution

5. Students are brainstorming and sketching ideas for possible solutions to a problem. Which step of the design process is this?

• Generate concepts
• Define the problem
• Evaluate the solution
• Present the solution

5. The class created a piece of furniture for the main office. They are showing off their final product to the office staff and explaining their design process. Which step of the design process is this?

• Generate concepts
• Define the problem
• Evaluate the solution
• Present the solution

5. Which one is the first step in the Engineering Design Process?

• Generate concepts
• Define the problem
• Evaluate the solution
• Present the solution

8. True or False? The steps of the engineering design process must be completed in a specific order and cannot be repeated. Explain your answer using complete sentences.

10. Why do engineers work in teams when solving design challenges?

• To reduce the workload of an individual
• To complete work more quickly
• To generate more ideas and greater creativity
• All of the above