Deck 4: Engineering Communication

Question 1

Engineering paper is the same thing as graph paper.

Answer 1

False

Question 2

In a technical report, figures and tables need not be labeled or numbered as long as they are
self-explanatory.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Before you can proceed with the analysis of the problem, you may first need to

A) define the problem.
B) simplify the problem.
C) solve the problem.
D) verify the results.

Answer 3

B

Question 4

A means of communicating which of the main project objectives have been achieved to others in an organization, or to the sponsors of a project, is known as

A) a progress report.
B) an executive summary.
C) a short memo.
D) none of the above.

Question 5

List, in proper order, the four steps involved in a basic engineering problem solution.

A) Define the problem, simplify the problem, analyze, verify the results.
B) Verify the results, define the problem, simplify the problem, analyze.
C) Analyze, define the problem, simplify the problem, verify the results.
D) Simplify the problem, analyze, define the problem, verify the results.

Question 6

A means of communicating to people in top management positions the findings of a detailed study or proposal is known as

A) a progress report.
B) an executive summary.
C) a short memo.
D) none of the above.

Question 7

In a technical report, the section in which you provide the reader with copies of all original data sheets, diagrams, and supplementary notes is known as the

A) title.
B) abstract.
C) objectives.
D) appendix.

Question 8

Applying physical laws and fundamental concepts that govern the behavior of engineering systems is a part of which step in a basic engineering problem solution?

A) Defining the problem
B) Simplifying the problem
C) Performing the solution or analysis
D) Verifying the results

Question 9

In a technical report, a brief informative description of the report contents is known as the

A) title.
B) abstract.
C) objectives.
D) appendix.

Question 10

Asking yourself, "Does the outcome make sense?" is a part of which step in a basic engineering problem solution?

A) Defining the problem
B) Simplifying the problem
C) Performing the solution or analysis
D) Verifying the results

Question 11

A means of conveying information in a brief way to interested individuals is known as

A) a progress report.
B) an executive summary.
C) a short memo.
D) none of the above.

Question 12

The grid lines on the back of engineering paper are used for sketches that are drawn on the
back of the paper.

Question 13

In a technical report, the section in which you state precise objectives, emphasize significant findings, and present conclusions and/or recommendations is known as the

A) title.
B) abstract.
C) objectives.
D) appendix.

Question 14

Engineering drawings typically convey all of the following vital information except

A) shape.
B) size.
C) type of material.
D) cost.

Question 15

Asking yourself, "What are some of the things known about the problem?" is a part of which step in a basic engineering problem solution?

A) Defining the problem
B) Simplifying the problem
C) Performing the solution or analysis
D) Verifying the results

Question 16

In a technical report, the section in which you state what is to be investigated through the performance of the experiment is known as the

A) title.
B) abstract.
C) objectives.
D) appendix.

Question 17

Asking yourself, "What reasonable and logical assumptions can I make and yet obtain an appropriate solution?" is a part of which step in a basic engineering problem solution?

A) Defining the problem
B) Simplifying the problem
C) Performing the solution or analysis
D) Verifying the results

Question 18

In a formal presentation there are certain rules and strategies that you need to follow.

Question 19

What are the three main sections of the engineering homework presentation format?

A) Given, find, solution
B) Course number, assignment due date, your name
C) Name, rank, serial number
D) Problem description, formulas, answer

Question 20

A type of "language" used by engineers to convey their ideas on engineering drawings includes

A) engineering symbols and signs.
B) hieroglyphics.
C) color-coding.
D) dimensions.

Question 21

Engineering presentations are typically verbal reports and rarely include calculations, graphs,
charts, and engineering drawings.