Chapter3:Engineering environment

Which of the following is NOT a department function within an engineering organization as mentioned in the learning material?

• Design and development

• Production and manufacture

• Quality assurance

• Sales and marketing

What is the primary role of the production department in an engineering organization?

• Managing the company's finances

• Designing new products

• Manufacturing the product

• Controlling raw material stocks

Why is new product design and development crucial for a company's survival?

• Because it helps in managing human resources better

• Because it is required for financial reporting

• Because of the relentless progress of technology and changing customer preferences

• Because it simplifies the production process

What is necessary between design engineers and production engineers to ensure effective production methods and equipment selection?

• Financial planning

• Liaison

• Marketing strategies

• Human resource management

What is the concern of finance in relation to raw materials and component stocks?

• To increase stock levels for better production

• To restrict stock levels to reduce capital tied up in stocks

• To design new products

• To manage sales and marketing

Which of the following is NOT one of the three basic methods for production processes mentioned in the text?

• Line flow

• Intermittent flow

• Project-based

• Automated flow

What is the main characteristic of line flow production method?

• It uses general purpose equipment and highly skilled labor.

• It is most appropriate for small numbers of non-standard products.

• It includes continuous type production and is highly automated.

• It is more flexible than intermittent flow.

Why is selecting the process of production considered strategic in nature?

• Because it requires minimal interaction with design engineers and marketing functions.

• Because it has a wide impact on the operation of the entire business and binds the company to certain technology for a long time.

• Because it is the least expensive part of the production planning.

• Because it allows for easy changes and flexibility in the production line.

What is the typical use of intermittent flow in production?

• For mass-producing cars.

• For batch production or job shops with general purpose equipment.

• For continuous flows and highly automated processes.

• For creating large capacity for future technology.

What is a consequence of the large capital outlay required by a manufacturer when committing to a particular kind of equipment for production?

• It allows for greater flexibility in future production options.

• It limits future options due to the commitment to certain technology and capacity.

• It reduces the need for skilled labor in the production process.

• It ensures that the company can easily switch to different production methods in the future.