The Circuit is on Fire: Lesson 1: Vocabulary

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What is the iterative, systemic process used to guide the development of solutions to engineering problems?

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Engineering Design Process

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What is the definition of 'problem scoping'?

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The process of identifying and defining the boundaries of a problem.

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What are the features of the solution that the client wants called?

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Requirements

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The person or company who requests your help to solve a problem is known as the:

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Client

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What supports a solution or recommendation with scientific analysis and/or data?

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Scientific analysis

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What is the first step in the Engineering Design Process?

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Identifying the problem.

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What is a prototype?

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A preliminary model of a solution used to test and evaluate ideas.

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What is the purpose of testing in the Engineering Design Process?

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To evaluate the effectiveness and functionality of a solution.

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What is a constraint in engineering design?

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A limitation or restriction on the design process.

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What is the difference between requirements and specifications?

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Requirements are what the client wants; specifications are detailed descriptions of how those requirements will be met.