Engineering Vocabulary

What is the definition of engineering?

• Engineering is using science and mathematics to develop solutions for practical problems.

• Engineering is the practice of cooking and baking.
• Engineering is the study of historical events.
• Engineering is solely focused on artistic design.

What is an engineer?

• Someone who designs, builds, and tests things to solve problems

• An engineer is someone who fixes cars and appliances.
• An engineer is a professional who manages teams of workers.

A sketch, model, or plan for something is the definition of what word?

• prototype
• sketchbook
• design
• blueprint

What is a problem?

• A problem is an easy task that requires no effort.
• A problem is a type of solution.
• A problem is a situation that always has a clear answer.
• A problem is a challenge that requires a solution.

To find a solution is ___________

• decision-making
• analysis
• solve

• evaluation

To improve is to what?

• advance
• to make better

• stagnate
• regress

Which definition is test?

• A test is a type of food.
• A test is a method of relaxation.
• A test is to check to see if something is working

• A test is a form of entertainment.

Not passing a test or something that did not work

• Success
• Achievement
• Fail

• Progress

To compare results of a test and make decisions about the results

• Make decisions based on personal opinions.
• Only focus on the highest score.
• To compare results of a test and make decisions about the results

• Ignore the test results completely.