EES Unit 2 Vocab

A systems approach for analyzing the physical interaction of the human worker with his/her work environment to maximize productivity, quality, usability, safety, health, and comfort. 

In engineering, (a)   i​s a measure of how much force you apply to move an object through a distance. The force you apply to do work is called the ​ (b)   . The weight of the object you are trying to move (or the force that pushes back against your effort) is called the​ (c)   .

• work
• effort force
• resistance force

Organize these options into the right categories

Groups:

(a) Simple Machines

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(b) Compound Machine

• Wedge

• Scissors

• Lever

• Screw

• Wheel and Axle

• Bicycle

• Pulley

• Inclined Plane

 A visual representation of an idea. This could be a sketch, concept map, schematic, flow chart, or any other visual representation.   

• Conceptual Model

• Drawing

• Physical Model

• America's Next Top Model

A pictorial representation (such as a picture, map, or technical drawing) used to convey detailed information. In engineering, these models are created using standards of engineering graphics to document a design and are often referred to as technical drawings.

• Doodle

• Conceptual Model

• Tyra Banks

• Graphical Model

The science of movement (or mechanics) of a living body, including how muscles, bones, tendons, and ligaments work together to produce movement.

The point on which a lever rests or is supported and on which it pivots.

• Fulcrum

• Pull the lever, Kronk!

• Elbow

• Axle

An instrument for the precise measurement of angles

• Protractor

• Angle Calculator

• Goniometer

• Acute or Obtuse

Criterion needs to be clear and ____________.

​ (a)   refers to data dealing with numbers, such as height, volume, length, time, temperature, etc. ​ (b)   refers to data dealing with descriptors and characteristics, such as color, texture, odor, etc.

• Quantitative Data
• Qualitative Data