Name: ____________________________________________________________________
Pre-Test - Applying the Engineering/Design Process
True/False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false. (1 Point)
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1. Brainstorming is the first step in the Engineering / Design Process.
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2. The Engineering/Design Process is a systemic approach to problem solving used widely in
industry.
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3. There are ten (10) steps to the engineering/design process.
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4. Prototypes can be either full size or scaled down working models of a solution to a design
problem.
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5. Once a model or prototype fails to solve the identified problem, engineers must return to
brainstorming to restart the engineering/design process.
Multiple Choice
Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question. (2 Points)
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6. During which step of the engineering/design process are the characteristics of possible
solutions prioritized?
a. Brainstorming
b. Documentation and Presentation
c. ID Criteria and Constraints
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d. Select an Approach
e. Production
7. During which step of the Engineering/Design Process does a shop manufacture a full-scale fully
functional solution to the design problem?
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
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Criteria and Constraints
Production
Marketing
Prototyping
Test and Refine
8. What’s another term used for ideate?
a. Prototyping
b. Modeling
c. Testing
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d. Brainstorming
e. Documentation
9. What information can be derived from working out a kinematics analysis?
Name: ____________________________________________________________________
a. Review of the required geometry
b. Materials List
c. Construction Costs
d. Problem Definition
e. Product Performance
____ 10. Which term best describes the “solve” part of the Engineering/Design Process?
a. Documentation and Presentation
b. Model / Prototype
c. Production
d. Brainstorm
e. Select an Approach
Multiple Response
Identify one or more choices that best complete the statement or answer the question. (3 Points)
____ 11. Which of the following statements are true regarding the brainstorming step of the
engineering/design process? (Choose 3)
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
Proposed ideas must be detailed
All ideas are recorded
Anyone can contribute
No idea is criticized
All ideas are tried out
____ 12. What are some examples of the documents published during the Documentation and
Presentation step of the Engineering/Design Process? (Choose 3)
a. Prioritization Table
b. PowerPoint Presentation
c. CAD / CAM drawings
d. Virtual Model
e. Component Specifications
____ 13. Regarding the Engineering/Design Process... Which steps depicted in the following graphic
are in the wrong order? (Choose 2)
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a. Brainstorm
b. Generate Ideas
c. Identify Problem
d. Select an Approach
e. Explore Possibilities
____ 14. Using the Engineering/Design Process allows engineers to (Choose 4)
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
be more efficient.
reduce waste.
charge more for their work.
get more done in the least amount of time.
save manpower and money.
____ 15. Study models are preliminary mockups of prototypes that can be made using? (Choose 4)
a. CAD modeling.
b. popsicle sticks.
c. construction paper.
d. robotics modeling kit.
e. Paper towel tubes.
Name: ____________________________________________________________________
Pre-Test - Applying the Engineering/Design Process
Answer Section
TRUE/FALSE
1. ANS: F
It would be difficult to start coming up with ideas to solve a problem when you haven’t
figured out what the problem really is or what the restrictions to solving the problem might
be.
PTS: 1
2. ANS: T
Although there are many versions of the Engineering/Design Process, all successful
engineering requires the implementation of a systematic method for documenting the
solution to a problem solving technique. Problem-solving is a tool, a skill and a process. As
a tool problem-solving helps you solve a problem or achieve a goal. As a skill you can use it
repeatedly throughout your life and as a process it involves a number of steps to achieve a
successful result.
PTS: 1
3. ANS: F
Since there are several versions of the engineering/design process, there are no required
number of steps in a successful process. Our course uses the process that incorporates
10 steps. However, some engineers roll multiple steps into one in order to simplify their
process.
PTS: 1
4. ANS: T
Study models can be virtual objects designed using CAD. Study models can also be built using
materials like cardboard, wood or Styrofoam. Many companies market modeling kits with
snap-together or bolt-together parts that can be used to fabricate models of solutions to a problem.
Models can be to scale or full-size. Prototypes are typically working models that can be full size or
scaled down. This phase is used to determine problems with spatial relationships or component
interaction.
PTS: 1
5. ANS: F
During the Test and Refine step, engineers examine and evaluate the prototype insuring its
performance meets the criteria and constraints. Identify problems with the prototype’s design and
brainstorm possible solutions while implementing changes until the prototype solves the problem
reliably. If the prototype fails, engineers will first return to the Test and Refine step to continue the
process. Otherwise, it’s back to the drawing board and a return to the brainstorming step.
PTS: 1
MULTIPLE CHOICE
Name: ____________________________________________________________________
6. ANS: D
After the brainstorming step, engineers should have a bunch of possible solutions to the
design problem. They will then evaluate the possibilities for each idea and determine the
pros and cons of each proposal. Engineers will then prioritize the characteristics of each
solution and then select the best available approach.
PTS: 2
7. ANS: B
During the Production step of the Engineering/Design Process manufacturers deliver:
o Fully Functional and Reliable Solution
o Updated and Complete Documentation
PTS: 2
8. ANS: D
Ideate means to come up with ideas or to conceive solutions.
PTS: 2
9. ANS: A
Size, extension, movement and constraints.
PTS: 2
10. ANS: C
In engineering ideas, approaches and prototypes don’t pay the bills. The problems
engineers attempt to resolve are not truly solved until the item is manufactured and ready
for sale.
PTS: 2
MULTIPLE RESPONSE
11. ANS: B, C, D
Once the problem has be identified and the design criteria and constraints understood, the
brainstorming process begins. During this step, anyone can contribute an idea without fear
of being criticized. All ideas will be written down for greater examination later. This is a
chance to get all possible solutions out on the table.
PTS: 2
12. ANS: B, C, E
Deliverables fro the Documentation and Presentation step in the Design/Engineering Process
should include the following:
o Project Presentation
o Gant Chart
o Dimensioned CAD / CAM Design
o Component Specifications
o Detailed Design Notes
Name: ____________________________________________________________________
o
o
Component Specifications
Manufacturing / Assembly Instructions
PTS: 2
13. ANS: B, D
You must generate ideas before you can explore possibilities and then select an approach.
PTS: 2
14. ANS: A, B, D, E
Through design you can make more use of the time you have, be more efficient, and get
more done with the least amount of waste in materials, manpower and money.
PTS: 2
15. ANS: A, B, C, E
It really doesn’t matter what you use as long as it helps you work out the problems.
However, robotics modeling kits like Mindstorms, Vex and Tetrix are more likely used to
create working models or prototypes of the solution. They are not normally considered to
build study models.
PTS: 2