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What is the practice of engineering aimed at?

Solving technical problems and improving systems (correct)
Conducting scientific research
Developing software applications
Exploring historical engineering achievements

What does the term 'engineering' mean in Latin?

Efficiency and productivity
Problem-solving and design
Innovation and creativity
Cleverness and to contrive, devise (correct)

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

The implementation of mathematical theories in practical scenarios
The process of refining existing technologies
The creative application of scientific principles to design or develop structures, machines, apparatus, or manufacturing processes (correct)
The study of natural science and its applications in technology

What does modern engineering comprise?

Many subfields including designing and improving infrastructure, machinery, vehicles, electronics, materials, and energy systems (D) Signup and view all the answers

What do specialized fields of engineering emphasize?

Specific areas of applied mathematics, applied science, and types of application (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the practice of engineering aimed at?

Solving technical problems, increasing efficiency and productivity, and improving systems (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the origin of the term 'engineering'?

Latin ingenium, meaning 'cleverness' and ingeniare, meaning 'to contrive, devise' (A) Signup and view all the answers

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

The creative application of scientific principles to design or develop structures, machines, apparatus, or manufacturing processes (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does modern engineering comprise?

Many subfields including designing and improving infrastructure, machinery, vehicles, electronics, materials, and energy systems (B) Signup and view all the answers

What do specialized fields of engineering emphasize?

Particular areas of applied mathematics, applied science, and types of application (A) Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Definition of Engineering

The term 'engineering' originates from the Latin word "ingenium", meaning "cleverness" or "ingenuity".
The American Engineers' Council for Professional Development defines 'engineering' as "the creative application of scientific and mathematical principles to practical ends".

Scope of Engineering

Modern engineering comprises the application of natural sciences and mathematics to develop innovative solutions for various industries and aspects of life.
Specialized fields of engineering emphasize the development of specific skills, techniques, and tools to tackle unique challenges and problems in their respective domains.

Aim of Engineering

The practice of engineering is aimed at designing, developing, and maintaining systems, structures, and products that are efficient, effective, and safe, while also considering economic, social, and environmental factors.