Engineering Design Making a Difference
Scientific Method Ask a question Conduct background research Construct a hypothesis Test with an experiment Collect data Analyze data Communicate results
Engineering Method Identify a problem or need Brainstorm and research Develop novel solution(s) Analyze and Select Solution Construct a prototype Test, Evaluate and Improve Communicate results
Comparison Scientific Method Engineering Method Ask a question Identify a problem or need Background research Brainstorm and research Construct a hypothesis Develop novel solution(s) Test with an experiment Analyze and Select Solution Collect data Construct a prototype Analyze data Test, Evaluate and Improve Communicate results Communicate solution
Social Impact What are some professions that can impact people on a community, state, country level? Engineering affects individuals on all these levels! Biomedical Environmental Civil Mechanical
Making a Difference in Africa
Design Challenge Problem: A village needs a reliable method for safely cooking food and boiling water. Background: The village is poor and remote, located in an arid region. A recent earthquake has left the village with no power and the only transportation is by foot. Water is available from a nearby well, but contains unsafe chemicals and bacteria. Food is available through hunting and minimal farming.
Solar Oven Example
What are some potential problems with designing a Solar Oven?
Items to Ponder Wind/Stability Direction of sun light rays Dimensions/Size Materials Used and labeled Items cooked Food/Boiling Water Food Safety (Dust/Debris/Insects)