History of Engineering and Technology Quiz

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Questions and Answers

What is the consequence of copying text or figures without proper citations in written and oral projects?

It will be ignored

It will be rewarded

It will be treated as plagiarism (correct)

It will be accepted with warning

What is required from students in terms of attendance?

Regular attendance (correct)

Optional attendance

Attendance only for quizzes

No attendance requirement

What is the policy on makeup quizzes?

Makeup quizzes are optional

Makeup quizzes are only for excused absences

Makeup quizzes are not allowed (correct)

Makeup quizzes are allowed

What is not allowed in the classroom/lab?

Use of Mobile phones Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of scientists in the creative process?

To investigate the natural world Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of engineers in the creative process?

To create the human-designed world Signup and view all the answers

What is technology in the context of science and engineering?

The products and processes created by engineers Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary to create a product?

Science, technology, engineering, and math Signup and view all the answers

What is the credit hour for the course 'History of Engineering & Technology'?

1 CR Signup and view all the answers

What is the total mark for the course 'History of Engineering & Technology'?

50 Signup and view all the answers

What is the course code for 'History of Engineering & Technology'?

HUM 061 Signup and view all the answers

Who is the professor teaching the course 'History of Engineering & Technology'?

Prof Mohamed El-Brawany Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of the course 'History of Engineering & Technology'?

To distinguish between Engineering, Science and Technology Signup and view all the answers

What is the proportion of the final assessment for the Midterm Exam?

20% Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of the textbook used in the course 'History of Engineering & Technology'?

Engineering Fundamentals: An Introduction to Engineering Signup and view all the answers

What is the policy on cheating in the course 'History of Engineering & Technology'?

Cheating will not be tolerated Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of engineering?

To solve practical problems Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between inventing and innovating?

Inventing is creating a new product, innovating is improving an existing one Signup and view all the answers

What type of engineer might design a GPS system for a vehicle?

Electrical engineer Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an engineer's work?

To make our lives better Signup and view all the answers

What are biological needs?

Water and food Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between needs and wants?

Needs are necessary, wants are not Signup and view all the answers

What type of engineer might find a cure for a disease?

Pharmaceutical/chemical engineer Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the assignment in the discussion questions?

To write a technical report and prepare a presentation Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of an engineer in the process of creating cereal?

Designing the equipment used to harvest the grain and the factory where it is processed Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of a scientist?

Investigating the natural world to discover new knowledge Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a technologist in the creation of cereal?

Building the factory and the tools necessary for converting grains into cereal Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between science, math, and engineering?

Knowledge of science and math is necessary for the creation of new technologies Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of how science and math are used in everyday life?

The tables and chairs you use every day Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of engineers?

To design and create solutions to real-world problems Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of technology in the creation of cereal?

Creating the factory and equipment necessary for processing grains Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between scientists, engineers, and technologists?

They work together to solve real-world problems Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Course Information

Course Name: History of Engineering & Technology
Course Code: HUM 061
Credit Hours: 1 CR
Total Marks: 50
Time: Tuesday 9:10:30
Place: Hall 2 Main Building

Course Objectives

Distinguish between Engineering, Science, and Technology
Familiarize yourself with the history of various Engineering and Technology fields
Learn about work experiences and views of the profession
Learn about current issues facing engineers, career decision-making strategies, and options
Explore engineering fields and students' interests
Become broadly educated across engineering disciplines while learning how to solve engineering problems
Illustrate creative engineering problem-solving techniques

Code of Practice

Academic Integrity and Collaboration: no cheating, work together in groups but assignments must be completed and submitted individually
No copying of solutions or text/figures from the Web or literature without proper citations
Attendance is required, students are responsible for topics covered in missed classes and assignments due

Engineering, Science, and Technology

Scientists investigate the natural world
Engineers help create the human-designed world
Technology denotes the products and processes created by an engineer and often used by a scientist

How Science, Technology, and Engineering Create a Product

Science: discovery of graphite and rubber (eraser)
Technology: creating a writing device that doesn't use ink
Engineering: designing a device with a graphite insert, exterior holder, and attached eraser

Examples of Science, Technology, and Engineering

X-Rays
Laser

Science, Math, and Engineering

Knowledge of science and math is necessary for the creation of new technologies
Examples of science, math, and engineering working together: cereal production (farm to table)

Engineers, Scientists, and Technologists

Scientists: investigate the natural world
Engineers: design and create products and processes
Technologists: apply science and math to designs, build and use the products and processes

Needs and Wants

Human needs: physical (shelter, clothing), biological (water, food), psychological (family, friends)
Human wants: physical (nice house, car), biological (fresh water, healthy living), psychological (entertainment)

Engineering

Uses scientific, technological, and mathematical knowledge to solve practical problems
Engineers invent, innovate, design, build, analyze, and evaluate
Examples of engineering work: GPS system, disease cure, small computers, robots, and global warming mitigation

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Description

This quiz assesses your understanding of the history of engineering and technology. Questions cover key milestones, innovations, and figures that shaped the field.