What is Engineering Websters Dictionary defines engineering as

What is Engineering? • Webster’s Dictionary defines engineering as “the practical application of science and mathematics” as in the design and construction of machines, vehicles, structures, roads and systems. Vex 1. 0 © 2005 Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy Inc.

Engineers are … • Problem-based innovators that find answers to ‘how things work. Innovation 1. Doing things differently, exploring new territory, taking risks. 2. Something new or improved, including research for development of new technologies, refinement of existing technologies, or development of new applications for existing technologies. 3. A creation (a new device or process) resulting from study and experimentation Vex 1. 0 © 2005 Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy Inc.

Engineers are … • Pragmatic scientists taught to problem solve using process skills to

Engineering Process What is a process? A procedure: a particular course of action intended to achieve a result; A designed sequence of operations or events, possibly taking up time, space, expertise or other resource, which produces some outcome. Vex 1. 0 © 2005 Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy Inc.

Engineering Process Identify and Define the Problem Identify the Problem Define the Problem Brainstorm Propose Solutions Develop Prototypes Test Prototypes Prepare for Design Review Receive Feedback Choose a Solution Design Working Model Test Model Make Improvements Based on Feedback Vex 1. 0 © 2005 Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy Inc.

Engineering Process Develop Ideas (IDEATION) Identify the Problem Define the Problem Brainstorm Propose Solutions Develop Ideas Develop Prototypes Test Prototypes Prepare for Design Review Receive Feedback Choose a Solution Design Working Model Test Model Make Improvements Based on Feedback Vex 1. 0 © 2005 Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy Inc.

Engineering Process Refine the Design (REFINEMENT) Identify the Problem Define the Problem Brainstorm Propose Solutions Develop Ideas Develop Prototypes Test Prototypes Refine the Design Prepare for Design Review Receive Feedback Choose a Solution Design Working Model Test Model Make Improvements Based on Feedback Vex 1. 0 © 2005 Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy Inc.

Engineering Process Develop the Solution (IMPLEMENTATION) Identify the Problem Define the Problem Brainstorm Propose Solutions Develop Ideas Develop Prototypes Test Prototypes Refine the Design Prepare for Design Review Receive Feedback Analyze the Solution Choose a Solution Design Working Model Test Model Make Improvements Based on Feedback Vex 1. 0 © 2005 Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy Inc.

Engineering Process Test! Identify the Problem Define the Problem Brainstorm Propose Solutions Develop Ideas (REFINEMENT) Develop Prototypes Test Prototypes Refine the Design Prepare for Design Review Receive Feedback Analyze the Solution Choose a Solution Design Working Model Test, Test Make Improvements Based on Feedback Vex 1. 0 © 2005 Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy Inc.

Engineering is an iterative process Iteration is the repetition of a process. It is the action or process of repeating. It is a procedure in which repetition of a sequence of operations yields results successively closer to a desired result. Problem Engineering Innovation Solution Feedback Vex 1. 0 © 2005 Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy Inc.

Engineering – continual improvement Problem Engineering Innovation Solution Feedback When the development cycle is complete successful companies complete market studies and look for ways to improve their products. Vex 1. 0 © 2005 Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy Inc.

Engineering is: The practical application of applying math and science to solve problems. Innovation – a creation resulting from study and experimentation. A process - a particular course of action intended to achieve a result. Iterative - the process of making gradual improvements until the best solution is achieved. Continual improvement. Vex 1. 0 © 2005 Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy Inc.