VEX Robotics Test

Which of the following is not a definition of Design?

• To conceive of fashion in the mind

• To formulate a plan for; devise

• To duplicate an existing idea

• To plan out in a systematic, usually graphic form

Engineering at its fundamental level is:

• Math

• Problem solving

• Science

• Art

Process Engineers:

• Determine the best way to make a product and to ensure it is built correctly.

• Create plastic types for use in a product.

• Design the mechanical aspects of a product.

• Design the electrical aspects of a product.

What type of engineer is responsible for designing and integrating the sensors and software of a product?

• Mechanical Engineer

• Plastics Engineer

• Electrical Engineer

• Aeronautical Engineer

Which of the following actions would not fit in a successful design team?

• Keep an open mind.

• Do not become overly attached to a single idea.

• Do not get offended if a conflict arises.

• Be defensive of ideas.

Quantitative Arguments are _

• Ones that can be measured

• Ones that are subjective

• Ones that are based on opinions

• Ones that cannot be quantified

Which of the following is not a part of the simple 3 step design process loop?

• Implement

• Test

• Ideate

• Design

• All of these

Which step of the design process does includes doing background research on the problem be solved?

• Understand

• Explore

• Define

• Ideate

Which of the following is not a rule for brainstorming?

• Focus on the quantity of the ideas generated

• Focus on the quality of the ideas generated

• Reserve judgment

• Record all ideas

The process of repeating the design process over and over again is known as:

• Refining

• Repetition

• Ideate

• Iteration