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Introduction to Engineering Vocabulary

Total questions: 21

Worksheet time: 11mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What does ABET stand for?

a)

Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology

b)

Association of Business and Engineering Training

c)

American Board of Engineering and Technology

d)

Advanced Bureau of Engineering and Technology

2.

What is the function of an actuator in a robotic or automated system?

a)

Produces motion

b)

Controls temperature

c)

Transmits data

d)

Provides power

3.

What is the role of an aerospace engineer?

a)

Specializing in the design of components for spacecraft or aviation

b)

Developing software for financial systems

c)

Designing medical equipment

d)

Constructing residential buildings

4.

What is the program called where a novice learns a trade or skill by working under the tutelage of a trained expert?

a)

Internship

b)

Apprenticeship

c)

Fellowship

d)

Scholarship

5.

Which industry certification demonstrates mastery of manufacturing processes and engineering?

a)

Certified Product Manager

b)

Certified Manufacturing Engineer

c)

Certified Software Developer

d)

Certified Quality Analyst

6.

What certification is required to demonstrate mastery of skills to manage new products through their development life cycle?

a)

Certified Product Manager

b)

Certified Manufacturing Engineer

c)

Certified Project Manager

d)

Certified Quality Analyst

7.

Who is a professional specializing in the theoretical side of computation, focused on the development of mathematical models, algorithms, or software engineering?

a)

Data Analyst

b)

Software Developer

c)

Computer Scientist

d)

Network Engineer

8.

What does CTE stand for in the context of education?

a)

Career and technical education

b)

Computer technology education

c)

Creative teaching education

d)

Cultural and technical education

9.

Who is a professional specializing in the design and implementation of electrical circuits and equipment?

a)

Mechanical Engineer

b)

Civil Engineer

c)

Electrical Engineer

d)

Chemical Engineer

10.

What is the role of an Engineering Technician?

a)

Designing software systems

b)

Assembling components and maintaining equipment

c)

Conducting chemical experiments

d)

Managing construction projects

11.

What is the term for a professional utilizing a mixture of specialized hands-on skills and theoretical knowledge to design and fabricate components or engineered designs?

a)

Engineering Technologist

b)

Mechanical Engineer

c)

Civil Engineer

d)

Software Developer

12.

What does IASSC stand for?

a)

International Association of Six Sigma Certification

b)

International Alliance of Six Sigma Certification

c)

International Accreditation of Six Sigma Certification

d)

International Assembly of Six Sigma Certification

13.

What is a job training system involving short-term employment in the commercial sector called?

a)

Apprenticeship

b)

Internship

c)

Fellowship

d)

Residency

14.

What is the job training system where a novice follows a professional throughout their workday to witness the day-to-day routine of that career?

a)

Mentoring

b)

Job-Shadowing

c)

Internship

d)

Apprenticeship

15.

Who is an engineer that specializes in the design of physical machines and moving objects and systems?

a)

Electrical Engineer

b)

Civil Engineer

c)

Mechanical Engineer

d)

Chemical Engineer

16.

What is the field of study concerning systems with mechanical, electrical, and computational aspects, such as robotics?

a)

Mechatronics

b)

Biotechnology

c)

Civil Engineering

d)

Environmental Science

17.

What is the job training system which pairs a seasoned professional with a novice?

a)

Job-Shadowing

b)

Mentoring

c)

Internship

d)

Apprenticeship

18.

What does NCEES stand for?

a)

National Council of Engineers and Scientists

b)

National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying

c)

National Committee of Engineering and Surveying

d)

National Council of Engineering and Safety

19.

What is the title given to someone who has industry certification from NCEES to show competency in engineering for public safety?

a)

Certified Engineer

b)

Licensed Engineer

c)

Professional Engineer

d)

Engineering Specialist

20.

Which field of study focuses on the design of robotics or automated systems to aid humans in specific tasks?

a)

Cybernetics

b)

Robotics

c)

Mechanical Engineering

d)

Artificial Intelligence

21.

What is the industry certification that shows mastery of lean manufacturing techniques?

a)

Black Belt

b)

Green Belt

c)

Yellow Belt

d)

Blue Belt