Engineering and Project Management Quiz

What was the main purpose of the Spooky Science event at OTA?

• To host a science fair competition

• To engage students in science through fun activities

• To raise funds for the school

• To celebrate Halloween with costumes

What type of engineering concept was primarily used in the trebuchet project?

• Fluid dynamics

• Thermodynamics

• Differential equations

• Quantum mechanics

What skill did the teacher hope students would gain from building the trebuchet?

• Artistic design skills

• Public speaking skills

• Basic tool knowledge and project management

• Advanced programming skills

What was a major challenge faced during the construction of the trebuchet?

• Lack of student interest

• Insufficient funding

• Weak base structure

• Inadequate tools

How did the teacher ensure the safety of the students during the project?

• By hiring a safety officer

• By conducting safety drills

• By providing safety gear

• By supervising all activities closely

What new skill was introduced to the students through collaboration with industry partners?

• Welding

• 3D printing

• Robotics

• Software development

What was the teacher's vision for the students' involvement in the project?

• To have students design the entire project

• To have students only observe the process

• To have students participate in every step and feel ownership

• To have students focus solely on the theoretical aspects

What was the teacher's plan for the trebuchet project in the future?

• To improve it and possibly use metal instead of wood

• To dismantle it and start a new project

• To enter it into a national competition

• To use it as a permanent school exhibit

What was the teacher's reaction to seeing the project come together?

• Frustration with the students

• Indifference as it was expected

• Disappointment due to delays

• Excitement and satisfaction

What was the ultimate goal for the trebuchet's performance?

• To launch pumpkins as far as possible

• To launch pumpkins the shortest distance

• To launch pumpkins in a specific pattern

• To launch pumpkins with the least force