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Foundation Of Engineering midterm Study Guide

Total questions: 44

Worksheet time: 22mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Work only on projects authorized by the teacher. Do not touch any equipment or other materials in the laboratory area that are not for your project.

a)

True

b)

False

2.


When an interviewer judges an
interviewee, they are judging

a)

only how well you answer each question

b)

non-verbal communication and how well you answer the questions.

c)

only your appearance.

d)

None of the above

3.

Which of the following order is the most logical for the steps listed above

a)

Understand, Choose, Implement, Explore, Ideate

b)

Understand, Explore, Ideate, Choose, Implement

c)

Ideate, Understand, Explore, Choose, Implement

d)

Ideate, Choose, Explore, Understand, Implement

e)

Explore, Understand, Choose, Ideate, Implement

4.

Return all equipment clean and in working order to the correct storage area. 

a)

True

b)

False

5.

Never notify a teacher of any unsafe conditions you observe, just take care of it yourself.

a)

True

b)

False

6.

Wear approved safety glasses (or side shields) whenever cutting materials, using power tools, operating mills or other equipment, or other tasks as required. NO exceptions to this rule.

a)

True

b)

False

7.

This is the force that resists the motion of two surfaces in contact

a)

Friction

b)

Torque

c)

Velocity

d)

Inertia

8.

There were several mentions during the design process of repeating certain steps multiple times until an acceptable result is achieved.  This act of repetition is known as “iteration.”

a)

True

b)

False

9.

During this step is when the construction of the solution is started. In all steps but especially this one safety is a primary concern.

a)

Ideate

b)

Choose

c)

Understand

d)

Implement

e)

Explore

10.

Which of the following is NOT a common mishap with electricity

a)

Liquid in the work area

b)

Insulation damaged

c)

Using a GFCI in a damp location

d)

Ground Prong removed

11.


The purpose of an interview is for the
employer to discover

a)

if you will fit into the culture at the business

b)

your lies.

c)

what type of worker you are.

12.

These devices detect small changes in current and stop the flow of electricity. 

a)

Breakers

b)

Fuses

c)

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters

d)

Grounded Breakers

13.

It is not necessary to clean your table at the end of the block, your teacher and janitor will clean up for you.

a)

True

b)

False

14.

This step is commonly referred to as brainstorming. 

a)

Ideate

b)

Choose

c)

Understand

d)

Implement

e)

Explore

15.

When responding an electrical emergency you should

a)

Cut off power

b)

Call for help

c)

Calm the injured person

d)

All of the above

e)

None of the above

16.

When removing an electrical plug pull the cord. Report damaged electrical equipment immediately. Do not use damaged electrical equipment.

a)

True

b)

False

17.

_______________________are types of materials that hold back the flow of electricity.

a)

Insulators

b)

Conductors

c)

All of the above

d)

none of the above

18.

If equipment is broken or not working properly, tag-out the equipment and report the problem to your instructor immediately.

a)

True

b)

False

19.

Also referred to as research.

a)

Ideate

b)

Choose

c)

Understand

d)

Implement

e)

Explore

20.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is your first line of defense against injury. Always wear PPE if required for a task.

a)

true

b)

false

21.

Place hot tools such as soldering irons in their stand when not in use.

a)

True

b)

False

22.

Always work alone. A teacher does not have to be present at all times during any activity involving tools, cutting devices, machinery or any equipment that involves a risk of physical injury.

a)

True

b)

False

23.

Follow written directions. If you do not understand a procedure just use your best judgement and proceed.

a)

True

b)

False

24.

When instructed, remember to unplug electrical equipment before leaving the room. Do not use extension cord in walkways without taping cords with gaffer’s tape or duct tape.

a)

True

b)

False

25.

A property of matter by which it remains at rest or in uniform motion in the same straight line unless acted upon by some external force

a)

Friction

b)

Torque

c)

Velocity

d)

Inertia

26.

Your work area should be as clean as possible at all times: clean as you work when possible. Keep aisles clear.

a)

True

b)

False

27.

The design process is not a linear thing; it is common to jump from step to step.  

a)

True

b)

False

28.

This step is generally the first step of the design process. The team will identify the problem and begin identifying constraints and specifications

a)

Ideate

b)

Choose

c)

Understand

d)

Implement

e)

Explore

29.

Report any accident or injury to the teacher immediately, no matter how trivial it may seem. This includes strains, sprains, bruises, cuts, foreign material in the eye, and any other such occurrence.

a)

True

b)

False

30.

Report missing covers, frayed wiring, and overloaded circuits to your _______________ immediately.

a)

Lab Partner

b)

Engineering Notebook

c)

Instructor

d)

None of the Above

31.

It is not necessary to read operating instructions thoroughly before beginning a project.

a)

True

b)

False

32.


Objects are ____________________ if they are connected to the earth by a conductor.

a)

Electric

b)

Grounded

c)

Dangerous

d)

Insulator

33.

 

This is defined as a condition that a solution to a problem must satisfy.  . restriction

a)

Functional requirement

b)

Ergonomics

c)

Design Constraints

d)

Criterion

34.

When using sharp instruments, always carry them with tips and points pointing down and away from your body. Always cut toward your body.

a)

true

b)

false

35.

In an interview, a job candidate will be
asked about their

a)

Skills

b)

Talents

c)

Goals

d)

All of the above

36.


___________________allow electricity to flow easily. 

a)

Insulators

b)

conductors

c)

all of the above

d)

none of the above

37.

This describes how well the finished solution must perform

a)

Functional requirement

b)

Ergonomics

c)

Design Constraints

d)

Criterion

38.

Which of the following is a mistake while working around/with electricity

a)

Turn off power

b)

Safety glasses, leather gloves

c)

Use insulated tools

d)

Metal Ladder

39.

Handle heavy objects carefully. Never attempt to lift an object  that seems too heavy to you, by yourself: ask for help and team-lift the object to avoid back injury.

a)

True

b)

False

40.

Conduct yourself in a responsible manner at all times. Horseplay, practical jokes and pranks are dangerous to you and your classmates and will not be tolerated.

a)

True

b)

False

41.

It is ok to  sit on tables. 

a)

True

b)

False

42.

When brainstorming, teams focus on the quality of ideas generated, not the quantity.  Only ideas that are known to work should be considered.

a)

True

b)

False

43.

___________________ is a good conductor because it contains dissolved salts and minerals. Our bodies contain 70% and can therefore act as a conductor.

a)

metals

b)

minerals

c)

water

d)

all of the above

44.


 It is ok to wander around the room, distract other students, or interfere with the projects of others.

a)

True

b)

False