FUNDAMENTALS OF ENGINEERING STUDY GUIDE
What are the major engineering fields? - Answers -Civil
Mechanical
Electrical
Chemical
Aerospace
Structural
What major functions do engineers perform? - Answers -1. Research- making new
discoveries and finding uses
2. Development- production of a functionable device/ process
3. Design- creating/optimizing/ making easier to produce/ improving performance
4. Production/Testing- mass production + quantity control
5. Construction- Production on a site
6. Operations- managing facilities and networks
7. Sales- consumer creator link, creating a market
8. Management- be in charge of a program, department or company
9. Consulting- solving problems
What type of education is required to be an engineer? - Answers -1. Bachelors degree
at an accredited school (ABET or CAEB)
2. Exams- Fundamentals of Engineering test-Engineering in Training (EIT)
3. Practice for 4 years- principles and practice exam- licensed engineer
What important ethics are related to engineering situations? - Answers -Engineers use
knowledge and skill for the advancement of human welfare. They need to be honest
and impartial, increasing the reputation of the engineering profession.
Who do engineers interact with? (Other technical personnel on the job) - Answers -
Engineers
Scientists
Technologists
Technicians
Craftsmen
What important milestones have occurred during the progression of the engineering
field? - Answers -Henry Fords assembly line
Wright brothers first flight
Thomas Edison's light bulb
Robert Goddards' liquid fuel rockets
What are the important principles of the problem solving process? - Answers -
identification of a need, problem definition, researching, constraints, criteria, alternative
solutions, analysis
, What are the steps in the design process? - Answers -Identify the need, research and
gathering info, develop solution (alternative solutions), choose a solution (analysis),
construct a prototype, test and evaluate
How to analyze solution/ identifying strengths and weaknesses? - Answers -Efficiency
Cost
Safety
Functionality
Availability of materials
Durability
How to develop details of a solution? - Answers -Scale model
3D model (dynamic simulation)
Orthographic or Isometric drawings
CAM or Slicing to Gcode
CNC machining + 3D printing
How to develop, test, and redesign prototypes? - Answers -Test for safety and durability
Test for efficiency
How to explain components of set up, machining, casting, molding, welding, and
finishing? - Answers -Turning- lathe
Milling- makes square objects
Casting- turns liquid into a solid using a mold
Welding- arc, spot, MIG, TIG
Finishing- grinding, sanding, painting and coating
How to identify and use common hand measuring tools - Answers -Straight edge- ruler
VC (vernier caliper)- measures inside/outside distances
How to identify and properly use fasteners? - Answers -Machine screws- hex nuts
Wood screws- course thread/pointy
Sheet metal- pointed heads, sharp fine threads
How to estimate and measure the size of objects using SI and US units? - Answers -1
inch = 2.54 cm
1 Liter of water = 1 kilogram ~2.2 lbs
1 gal water = 7-8 lbs
How to explain the role and quality control in manufacturing? - Answers --Controls the
quality
-6 Sigma- stands for manufacturing for standardization
-Manufacturing tolerances
What role does quality control plays in assembly and fabrication? - Answers --Improves
quality and reputation
What are the major engineering fields? - Answers -Civil
Mechanical
Electrical
Chemical
Aerospace
Structural
What major functions do engineers perform? - Answers -1. Research- making new
discoveries and finding uses
2. Development- production of a functionable device/ process
3. Design- creating/optimizing/ making easier to produce/ improving performance
4. Production/Testing- mass production + quantity control
5. Construction- Production on a site
6. Operations- managing facilities and networks
7. Sales- consumer creator link, creating a market
8. Management- be in charge of a program, department or company
9. Consulting- solving problems
What type of education is required to be an engineer? - Answers -1. Bachelors degree
at an accredited school (ABET or CAEB)
2. Exams- Fundamentals of Engineering test-Engineering in Training (EIT)
3. Practice for 4 years- principles and practice exam- licensed engineer
What important ethics are related to engineering situations? - Answers -Engineers use
knowledge and skill for the advancement of human welfare. They need to be honest
and impartial, increasing the reputation of the engineering profession.
Who do engineers interact with? (Other technical personnel on the job) - Answers -
Engineers
Scientists
Technologists
Technicians
Craftsmen
What important milestones have occurred during the progression of the engineering
field? - Answers -Henry Fords assembly line
Wright brothers first flight
Thomas Edison's light bulb
Robert Goddards' liquid fuel rockets
What are the important principles of the problem solving process? - Answers -
identification of a need, problem definition, researching, constraints, criteria, alternative
solutions, analysis
, What are the steps in the design process? - Answers -Identify the need, research and
gathering info, develop solution (alternative solutions), choose a solution (analysis),
construct a prototype, test and evaluate
How to analyze solution/ identifying strengths and weaknesses? - Answers -Efficiency
Cost
Safety
Functionality
Availability of materials
Durability
How to develop details of a solution? - Answers -Scale model
3D model (dynamic simulation)
Orthographic or Isometric drawings
CAM or Slicing to Gcode
CNC machining + 3D printing
How to develop, test, and redesign prototypes? - Answers -Test for safety and durability
Test for efficiency
How to explain components of set up, machining, casting, molding, welding, and
finishing? - Answers -Turning- lathe
Milling- makes square objects
Casting- turns liquid into a solid using a mold
Welding- arc, spot, MIG, TIG
Finishing- grinding, sanding, painting and coating
How to identify and use common hand measuring tools - Answers -Straight edge- ruler
VC (vernier caliper)- measures inside/outside distances
How to identify and properly use fasteners? - Answers -Machine screws- hex nuts
Wood screws- course thread/pointy
Sheet metal- pointed heads, sharp fine threads
How to estimate and measure the size of objects using SI and US units? - Answers -1
inch = 2.54 cm
1 Liter of water = 1 kilogram ~2.2 lbs
1 gal water = 7-8 lbs
How to explain the role and quality control in manufacturing? - Answers --Controls the
quality
-6 Sigma- stands for manufacturing for standardization
-Manufacturing tolerances
What role does quality control plays in assembly and fabrication? - Answers --Improves
quality and reputation
