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What is the discipline and profession of applying technical and scientific knowledge to design and implement materials, structures, machines, devices, systems, and processes?

Technology

Physics

Engineering (correct)

Architecture

How did the American Engineers' Council for Professional Development define engineering?

The creative application of scientific principles to design or develop structures, machines, apparatus, or manufacturing processes (correct)

The implementation of materials and processes to meet specified criteria

The practice of applying technical knowledge to forecast behavior under specific conditions

The study of natural laws and physical resources

What is the formal designation for one who practices engineering and is licensed to do so?

Professional Engineer (correct)

Technical Designer

Scientific Developer

Industrial Operator

What fundamental inventions have been attributed to the concept of engineering since ancient times?

<p>Pulley, lever, and wheel</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the broad discipline of engineering encompass?

<p>A range of more specialized sub disciplines, each with a specific emphasis on certain fields of application and areas of technology</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Engineering Discipline and Profession

The discipline and profession of applying technical and scientific knowledge to design and implement materials, structures, machines, devices, systems, and processes is called engineering.

American Engineers' Council for Professional Development Definition

The American Engineers' Council for Professional Development defined engineering as "the creative application of scientific and mathematical principles to practical ends."

Licensed Engineer Designation

A person who practices engineering and is licensed to do so is formally designated as a Professional Engineer (PE).

Ancient Inventions and Engineering

The concept of engineering since ancient times has been attributed to fundamental inventions such as the wheel, pulley, and inclined plane.

Scope of Engineering

The broad discipline of engineering encompasses a wide range of fields, including mechanical, electrical, civil, chemical, and aerospace engineering, among others.

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Test your knowledge of engineering principles and practices with this quiz! Explore questions related to the application of technical and scientific knowledge, design processes, materials, structures, machines, and systems. Challenge yourself to meet specified criteria and safely realize desired objectives in the field of engineering.