Engineering & Technology Explained

What does engineering entail?

• The application of math, science, and technology to create something that meets societal needs

• The study of plants and animals

• The practice of law

• The creation of art

Fill in the blank: Design is the essence of engineering, causing the design process to be _______.

• iterative

• linear

• random

• static

What does 'iterative' mean in the context of engineering?

• Doing something only once

• Exploring different alternatives before achieving an optimum solution

• Ignoring all alternatives

• Copying others' work

Technology includes the practical application of ________, tools, techniques, and processes.

• Artistic skills

• Scientific knowledge

• Cooking methods

• Sports strategies

Which of the following is one of the 7 essential elements?

• Capital

• Oxygen

• Water

• Sugar

Which of the following is one of the 7 essential elements?

• Energy

• Gold

• Salt

• Air

Which of the following is one of the 7 essential elements?

• Resources/Materials

• Plastic

• Iron

• Glass

Which of the following is one of the 7 essential elements?

• Tools

• Shoes

• Books

• Trees

Which of the following is one of the 7 essential elements?

• People

• Animals

• Cars

• Buildings

Which of the following is one of the 7 essential elements?

• Information

• Food

• Soil

• Light