Exploring the Engineering Design Process

Miss Brown and Miss Canario introduce the engineering design process, a series of steps used by engineers to create products that meet specific needs. They explain each step, including asking, imagining, planning, creating, testing, and evaluating. The process is iterative, allowing for improvements. An example of designing an alarm clock that prevents oversleeping is discussed. The lesson concludes with reminders about vocabulary packets and an upcoming quiz.

What is the first step in the engineering design process?

• Imagine possible solutions

• Identify and research a need

• Test and evaluate

• Create a prototype

Which term refers to a test model that works?

• Technology

• Product

• Engineering

• Prototype

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In the engineering design process, what is the purpose of the 'Imagine' step?

• To identify a need

• To brainstorm possible solutions

• To create a prototype

• To test the product

What is the significance of the arrows going in both directions in the engineering design process?

• It shows the process is circular

• It means the process is optional

• It indicates that steps can be revisited

• It shows that the process is linear

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What is the main goal of the 'Create' step in the engineering design process?

• To finalize the product

• To build and test a prototype

• To identify a need

• To brainstorm ideas

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What problem does Miss Brown identify that needs solving?

• An alarm clock that doesn't let her hit the snooze button repeatedly

• A device to help her wake up early

• A new type of alarm clock

• A way to prepare for the day more efficiently

Which solution was vetoed because it involved being slapped in the face?

• An alarm clock that sprays water

• An alarm clock with a bright light

• A slap-happy alarm clock

• An alarm clock that makes you stand up

What was the final solution chosen for the alarm clock problem?

• An alarm clock that sprays water

• An alarm clock that makes you stand up

• An alarm clock with a bright light

• A slap-happy alarm clock

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-1

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What was the proposed method to make the alarm clock move around the room?

• Using a remote control

• Attaching it to a robot

• Using a weight inside to roll it

• Putting wheels on it

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What was the final adjustment made to the snooze button on the alarm clock prototype?

• Making it larger

• Removing it completely

• Placing it on the face

• Placing it on the side

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