Engineers: Trial and Improvement

The video introduces the concept of engineering and the Engineering Design Process, which includes four steps: ask, learn more, create, and improve. It follows Michael, who faces a challenge of crossing a stream to reach his friend's house. Michael applies the engineering process by identifying the problem, researching solutions, creating a bridge, and testing it. When his initial design fails, he learns from his mistakes and improves his bridge. The video emphasizes persistence and learning from failures in engineering projects.

What are the four steps of the Engineering Design process?

Describe the problem Michael faces when trying to cross the stream.

What materials does Michael consider for building his bridge?

Explain the importance of the 'improve' step in the Engineering Design process.

What lesson does Michael learn when his first bridge design does not work?