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According to the ABET definition, what are the three responsibilities of an engineer?

To develop ways to use the materials and forces of nature, to benefit humankind, and to gain knowledge
To apply knowledge of the mathematical and natural sciences, to develop good judgment, and to benefit humankind
To study, to gain knowledge, and to apply it in practice
To develop good judgment, to utilize the materials and forces of nature, and to benefit humankind (correct)

Who were the earliest innovators in engineering?

The Mechanical Engineering Department at California State University, Northridge
Our engineering predecessors (correct)
The Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
The Heritage of Engineering Oakes

What does the ABET definition state about the engineering profession?

It is the profession in which knowledge of the mathematical and natural sciences is applied with judgment
It is the profession in which knowledge of the mathematical and natural sciences is gained by study, experience, and practice
It is the profession in which knowledge of the mathematical and natural sciences is utilized in economical ways
It is the profession in which knowledge of the mathematical and natural sciences is used for the benefit of humankind (correct)

What is the purpose of an engineer's good judgment according to the ABET definition?

<p>To develop ways to use the materials and forces of nature in economical ways (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were the earliest innovators in engineering involved in?

<p>Problem-solving and tool-making at the edge of survival (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Engineer's Responsibilities (ABET)

Develop good judgment, utilize nature's resources, benefit humankind.

Early Engineering Focus

Problem-solving and tool-making for survival.

ABET Definition of Engineering

Knowledge applied to benefit humankind.

Purpose of Engineering Judgment

To use resources economically.

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Earliest Engineering Innovators

Our engineering predecessors.