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What was a primary reason for the failure of the top-kill method during the Deepwater Horizon disaster?

Drilling mud froze solid from hydrate formation.

Not enough funds to buy enough drilling mud.

The pressure was too high and kept blowing out the junk and drilling mud mixture. (correct)

Insufficient material flow into the well.

During the Deepwater Horizon disaster, what was identified as the worst-case scenario?

Mass civil unrest.

Firestorm if the surface oil slick ignited.

Massive explosion that sunk disaster response vessels on the surface.

Complete integrity failure of the well leading to leaking from the seabed floor. (correct)

What is the recommended action regarding offshore drilling after the Deepwater Horizon disaster?

Yes, but with more stringent safety measures. (correct)

No, it's not worth the risk.

Only in shallow, fair-weathered waters.

Yes, it is still quite safe.

What engine feature allows F1 cars to achieve high performance from small engines?

Very high engine revolutions (RPM). Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of ecosystem services that support life on Earth are currently being degraded or used unsustainably?

60% Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true regarding the environmental impact of offshore drilling?

Offshore drilling can lead to catastrophic oil spills. Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the primary engineering failures associated with the Deepwater Horizon incident?

Inadequate cement bonding of the well. Signup and view all the answers

What vehicle type has the highest chances of injury in a collision while going 55 km/h?

SUV Signup and view all the answers

What modification was made to the PT Cruiser to enhance its safety perception?

Decreasing the size of the back window Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is least likely to contribute to the sustainability of drilling operations?

Economic pressures leading to cost-cutting. Signup and view all the answers

Which factor contributes to the perception of increased safety in SUVs?

High driving position Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary safety metric in which SUVs are known to fail?

Structural response during crashes Signup and view all the answers

Which method is an alternative to using winglets for improving aerodynamic efficiency?

Raking the wing-tip Signup and view all the answers

What is the main drawback of GLARE compared to bulk aluminum?

It has low fire resistance Signup and view all the answers

What is the more common application of a propellant/pyrotechnic as an inflator?

Vehicle airbags Signup and view all the answers

What type of risk is considered acceptable for society in exchange for benefits?

Risk that society is willing to take Signup and view all the answers

What best describes the term "cultural capital"?

Education, skills, and knowledge used to benefit oneself. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately defines systemic barriers?

Patterns of behavior, policies, or practices that perpetuate disadvantage for marginalized groups. Signup and view all the answers

Which individual is known to hold an engineering degree?

Tom Scholz, lead guitarist for Boston. Signup and view all the answers

What factor contributes to preventing oil platforms from sinking?

All of the above, depending on drilling depth and sea state requirements. Signup and view all the answers

What caused the initial accident on April 20, 2010?

Combustible gas seeped through the well and exploded. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following does not represent a systemic barrier?

General social norms aligned with equity values. Signup and view all the answers

Education, skills, and knowledge primarily used to benefit oneself is indicative of which concept?

Human capital. Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic of systemic barriers?

They arise from established patterns that perpetuate disadvantage. Signup and view all the answers

What sequence of steps is associated with effective project management preparation?

Preparation, Concentration, Verification, Incubation Signup and view all the answers

Which group was found to perform best in the Marshmallow Challenge?

Recent Kindergarten Graduates Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mechanism that enhances car crash safety?

Reducing effective accelerations induced on the body and internal organs. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accurately describes primary injury mechanisms in car crashes?

All of the above. Signup and view all the answers

What peak accelerations do football players endure during severe helmet-helmet impacts?

~175 G Signup and view all the answers

What is a major limitation of typical crash test dummies?

All of the above. Signup and view all the answers

What was the largest technical challenge in increasing the size of LNG tankers?

Sloshing of the LNG. Signup and view all the answers

What is a common misconception about nitrogen gas (N2) at atmospheric pressure?

It is poisonous. Signup and view all the answers

What ethical theory prioritizes good intentions over the results or consequences?

Kant's duty ethics Signup and view all the answers

Which ethical theory is commonly associated with the importance of character and virtues?

Aristotle's virtue ethics Signup and view all the answers

What is one major benefit of increasing diversity in the engineering workplace?

Promotes innovation and creativity Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following presents a challenge when increasing diversity in the engineering sector?

Resistance to change Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of licensed engineers in Quebec are female?

16% Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of engineering students at McGill are female?

33% Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding equality and equity?

Equity aims to achieve fairness in outcomes. Signup and view all the answers

What defines 'social capital'?

Access to resources based on group membership and relationships. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to steel as the carbon content increases?

It becomes harder and more brittle Signup and view all the answers

Which U.S. president previously worked as a mining engineer in Australia?

Herbert Hoover Signup and view all the answers

What is recognized as the fastest conventional train in the world?

TGV (France) Signup and view all the answers

How is the curve in a Samurai blade primarily formed?

By quenching a hot sword Signup and view all the answers

During the Sengoku Jidai, what was the most commonly used weapon by Samurai?

Polearms (Naginata, Yari) Signup and view all the answers

Which individual studied Mechanical Engineering at Cornell University?

Bill Nye the Science Guy Signup and view all the answers

Who among the following holds an Electrical Engineering degree?

Grant Imahara (Mythbusters) Signup and view all the answers

Which activity is associated with a mortality risk increase of one in one million (1 micromort)?

Spending one hour in a coal mine Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Team Performance Evaluation

Team worked well together, leveraging individual strengths
Effective task division and open communication
Resolved scheduling conflicts
Met project deadlines
Potential for improvement: more frequent progress check-ins to improve accountability and reduce last-minute stress.

Course Feedback

The course was well-organized with clear deadlines, relevant examples, and ample resources.
A suggestion for improvement: include a class activity where students switch groups to gain diverse perspectives and foster idea exchange.

Equality vs. Equity

Equality: everyone receives the same resources (e.g., bicycles).
Equity: everyone receives resources based on needs to ensure equal opportunities (e.g., tailoring bicycle options to individual needs).

Course Topics from Videos

Focus on response questions from videos and class discussions
Review 4 classical ethical theories (Mill's utilitarianism, Kant's formalism, Locke's rights ethics, Aristotle's virtue ethics).
Understand 3 standards of responsibility in engineering (malpractice model, reasonable care model, good works model) and their application.
Review fundamental concepts of engineering design and management, including Pugh matrix, Gantt chart, PERT chart.
Expect questions on basic engineering disaster examples, like the Burj Al Arab support, inspiration from the Millau Bridge, etc

Engineering Challenges

The shape of the Burj Al Arab hotel architecture was inspired by the sail of a dhow.
Sand Island stability: friction between the support rods and the sand.
Engineers managed differential thermal expansion in steel trussing using eccentric (cam) joints and assembling at night when things were cool.
Water jet speed: approximately 20 cm/s (from the video on water fountains).
Questions from the video on specific engineering concepts.
Questions from the video relating to the response questions.

Engineering Values

Identify the non-reusable parts of the shuttle.

Submarine Anechoic Tiles

Air voids in the material change the resonant frequency, absorbing sound.

Water Droplet Attenuation

Water droplets are accelerated and shattered, absorbing shock energy from the flow behind the shock.

Engineering Disasters

Hammond claims that blunt orbiter noses deflect air around wings, even if without wings. Deflection is due to heated air layers being pushed away from the vehicle, acting as insulation.

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Evaluate the dynamics of team performance and the organization of the course. This quiz covers aspects such as communication, resource allocation under equality versus equity, and classical ethical theories. It emphasizes the importance of structured feedback for continuous improvement.