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WorksheetsUnit 1 Summative Assessment
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 30mins
What is engineering?
The study of history
The application of science and math to solve problems
The art of drawing buildings
A type of computer game
Which type of engineering focuses on circuits and electricity?
Civil Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
What is the first step in the engineering design process?
Build a prototype
Test the solution
Identify the problem
answer: 2
What best describes a system?
A single object
A random group of parts
Parts working together to perform a function
A computer program
Which is an example of a system?
A pencil
A bridge
A transportation network
A notebook
List two goals of engineering.
Name one type of engineering and describe what it focuses on.
What are the three main parts of a system?
Which of the following is NOT a main part of a system?
Input
Output
Decoration
Process
Which step comes after building a prototype in the engineering design process?
Test the solution
Identify the problem
Redesign
Research
Choose the correct sequence for the first three steps of the engineering design process.
Identify the problem, build a prototype, test the solution
Identify the problem, research, build a prototype
Identify the problem, research, develop possible solutions
Build a prototype, test the solution, redesign
If you wanted to design a bridge, which type of engineer would you most likely consult?
Chemical Engineer
Civil Engineer
Electrical Engineer
Software Engineer
A car is an example of a system. Which of the following best describes its input?
The wheels turning
The gasoline or electricity it uses
The passengers inside
The speedometer
Why is it important to test a prototype during the engineering design process?
To see if it looks good
To determine if it solves the problem effectively
To show it to friends
To sell it immediately
Which of the following is an example of applying engineering to everyday life?
Reading a novel
Using a smartphone
Painting a picture
Writing a poem
Explain the engineering design process in your own words and why it is important.
Imagine you are designing a new type of bicycle. What steps would you take to ensure your design meets the needs of users?
A team of engineers builds a bridge, but after testing, they find it cannot support enough weight. What should they do next in the design process, and why?
Describe how the parts of a system must interact for the system to function properly. Give an example.
Suppose you are tasked with improving a transportation network in a city. What factors would you consider, and how would you use the engineering design process to address them?
