Engineers: Trial and Improvement

The video introduces the concept of engineering and the Engineering Design Process, which includes four steps: ask, learn more, create, and improve. It follows Michael, who faces a challenge of crossing a stream to reach his friend's house. Michael applies the engineering process by identifying the problem, researching solutions, creating a bridge, and testing it. When his initial design fails, he learns from his mistakes and improves his bridge. The video emphasizes persistence and learning from failures in engineering projects.

What are the four steps in the Engineering Design Process?

• Identify, Analyze, Design, Implement

• Plan, Execute, Test, Deliver

• Ask, Learn More, Create, Improve

• Research, Develop, Test, Launch

In the story of Michael, what is the first step he takes to solve his problem?

• He builds a bridge immediately

• He asks what the problem is

• He gathers materials

• He tests different solutions

What does Michael decide to use to create a bridge?

• A tree branch

• A metal beam

• A wooden plank

• A rope

What should an engineer do if their design does not work the first time?

• Give up and try a different project

• Keep using the same design

• Learn from mistakes and improve the design

• Ask someone else to solve it

Why is it important to improve a design in the Engineering Design Process?

• To make it more expensive

• To ensure it works better

• To make it look more appealing

• To reduce the time spent on it