The Systems Approach and Energy

1. Structural Engineering is a specialist branch of what type of engineering?

• Mechanical

• Chemical

• Electronic

• Civil Engineering

2. A supermarket has decided to increase its floor size by 25%. What engineer would be responsible for analysing the current structure and producing plans for the new one

• Mechanical Engineer

• Ground Engineer

• Building Engineer

• Civil Engineer

3. Within the construction of a building an accident occurred and put a lot of pollutants into a river. What type of problem is this?

• Local

• Environmental

• Economical

• Social

4. What would an electronic engineer do in the development of a solar panel?

• Ensure the land is safe to build on

• Install the electronic control system and circuitry

• Design the supporting structure

• Design the electronic control system and circuitry

5. State what engineer would be responsible for developing a gear box in a car

• Electronic Engineer

• Structural engineer

• Gearbox engineer

• Mechanical engineer

What is a main disadvantage of tidal energy?

• You cannot predict when it will create energy

• The tide only comes in twice a day

• It frequently breaks

• The tide might not be strong

Ultimately, where does energy for fossil fuels and renewables come from?

• The sun

• Space

• The Earth

• Us

Coal, Oil and Gas are collectively known as

• Greenhouse Fuels

• Fossil Fuels

• COG fuels

• Renewable Energy Fuels

What is an advantage of wind energy?

• No harmful gases are produced

• Everyone thinks turbines look good

• Turbines can be harmful to wildlife

• You can always know when there will be wind

Which of the following is a finite energy source?

• Sun

• Wind

• Water

• Coal