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Match the engineer with the attribute that best describes their commitment to diversity and inclusion in engineering:
Match the engineer with the attribute that best describes their commitment to diversity and inclusion in engineering:
Shrouk El-Attar = Passionate about making engineering accessible to everyone Roma Agrawal = Using communication skills to make engineering accessible Sophie Robinson = Creative and hard-working in developing innovative technologies All of the above = None of the Above
Match the engineer with the specific project they have worked on that demonstrates their expertise:
Match the engineer with the specific project they have worked on that demonstrates their expertise:
Shrouk El-Attar = Designing robots to measure tiny things and a cancer cell detection machine Roma Agrawal = Working on the foundations of The Shard building Sophie Robinson = Creating the world's first electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft All of the above = None of the Above
Match the engineer with the attribute that best reflects their approach to problem-solving:
Match the engineer with the attribute that best reflects their approach to problem-solving:
Shrouk El-Attar = Resilient and creative Roma Agrawal = Collaborative, communicative, and open-minded Sophie Robinson = Creative, hard-working, and logical All of the above = None of the Above
Match the engineer with the attribute that highlights their personal experiences and how it influenced their engineering career:
Match the engineer with the attribute that highlights their personal experiences and how it influenced their engineering career:
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Study Notes
Engineering Attributes and Problem-Solving
- Engineers are problem-solvers, utilizing scientific knowledge and practical skills to innovate.
- Engineers possess unique personal attributes (skills/qualities) that contribute to their work.
- Examples of engineers and their problem-solving approaches are presented.
Shrouk El-Attar (Electronics Design Engineer)
- Faced challenges as a refugee, demonstrating resilience.
- Graduated in electrical engineering despite initial obstacles.
- Creative electronics design engineer, designing robots for precise measurements and cancer cell detection.
- Advocate for diverse backgrounds in engineering.
Roma Agrawal (Structural Engineer)
- Lived in diverse countries, fostering open-mindedness.
- Worked on The Shard building's foundations, requiring collaboration.
- Emphasized communication skills to make engineering accessible.
- Wrote a children's book showcasing impressive structures worldwide.
Sophie Robinson (Aerospace Engineer)
- Childhood aspirations of becoming an astronaut and fascination with creative problem solving.
- Developing world's first electric vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft.
- Focused on environmentally friendly transportation solutions.
- Demonstrates hard work, creativity, and logical thinking in technological integration.
Ruth Amos (Inventor)
- Child with a passion for creating solutions, winning an award at 15 for a mobility aid.
- Never thought she could become an engineer, wanting to inspire younger generations.
- Developed a YouTube channel ("Kids Invent") to encourage children to develop ideas.
- Focuses on fostering creativity and problem-solving in young inventors.
Greg (Inventor)
- Developed trauma plates made of a new bone-like material, for faster fracture healing.
- Employs an inventive approach to material development and testing to ensure optimal performance.
- Demonstrates resilience and patience in testing various material properties to address the practical challenges.
- Focuses on improving patients' lives through engineered solutions.
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Explore the unique attributes and problem-solving techniques of engineers through the inspiring stories of Shrouk El-Attar, Roma Agrawal, and other innovators. Discover their contributions to the engineering field and the importance of diversity and collaboration in engineering projects.
