30 Questions
What is the modern definition of engineering according to ABET?
The profession that applies mathematical and natural sciences to develop ways to utilize materials and forces of nature for the benefit of mankind and nature
What is the main focus of the course 'Managing Engineering and Technology' by Daniel L. Babcock and Lucy C. Morse?
Principles of project management in engineering
What is the role of an engineer according to the provided text?
Applying mathematical and science knowledge to benefit mankind and nature
What are the management challenges highlighted for engineers in the course outline?
Quality management and early applications of clever inventions
Who accredits the modern definition of engineering profession?
ABET (Accrediting Board for Engineering and Technology)
What is the early application of Clever Inventions based on, as mentioned in the course lecture plan?
Military applications
Which level of management is responsible for defining the character, mission, & objectives of the enterprise?
Top-level Management
What type of skills do managers at all levels require?
Technical, Interpersonal, and Conceptual skills
What is the role where a manager selects, guides, and motivates subordinates?
Leader role
Which management level carries out the plans & objectives of higher management using the personnel & other resources assigned to them?
First-line Managers
What is the role where a manager collects information about internal operations and external events?
Monitor Role
Which type of job involves directly supervising non-managers?
First-line Managers
Which skill is specific to subject-related skills such as engineering or accounting?
Technical skills
What is the role where a manager transforms information internally to everybody in the organization?
Disseminator Role
Which management level provides and integrating & coordinating function so that the short-range decisions & activities of first-line supervisory groups can be orchestrated toward achievement of the long-range goals of the enterprise?
Middle Management
Which managerial role involves public relations with the press, public, and other organizations?
Spokesman Role
What is the main focus of the course 'Managing Engineering and Technology' by Daniel L. Babcock and Lucy C. Morse?
Applications of these Principles in Engineering Organizations
According to the provided text, what is the modern definition of engineering by ABET (Accrediting Board for Engineering and Technology)?
Developing ways to utilize the materials and forces of nature for the benefit of mankind and nature
What are the management challenges highlighted for engineers in the course outline?
Management challenges for Engineers
What is an engineer, as defined in the provided text?
A person applying his/her mathematical and science knowledge properly for mankind and nature
What is the primary focus of management?
Directing the actions of a group to achieve a goal in the most efficient manner
Which management level is responsible for establishing departmental policies and evaluating the performance of subordinate work units?
Middle Managers
What type of skills do managers need at all levels?
Technical, Interpersonal, and Conceptual
What is the role of a manager who transforms information internally to everybody in the organization?
Disseminator Role
Which managerial level directly supervises non-managers?
First-line Managers
What is the primary responsibility of top-level management?
Defining the character, mission, & objectives of the enterprise
Which managerial role involves public relations with the press, public, and other organizations?
Spokesman Role
What skill is specific to subject-related skills such as engineering or accounting?
Technical Skills
What is the main focus of middle managers?
Make plans of intermediate range to achieve long-range goals set by top management
What is the role of a manager who collects information about internal operations and external events?
Monitor Role
Test your understanding of the course outline, principles of engineering management, applications in organizations, management challenges, and the importance of management to engineers. This quiz covers topics like engineering organizations, operation and quality management, project management, and the textbook 'Managing Engineering and Tech'.
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