21st Century Strands & Strategies
Chapter: Strands & Strategies: Deep Dive
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What is Engineering by Design?
The Engineering Design Process is a series of steps that engineers use to guide
them as they solve problems. Many variations of the engineering design process model
exist. The Engineering Design Process is cyclical and can begin at any step, or move
back and forth between steps numerous times.
Moving through the Engineering Design Process might involve asking the following
questions or making the following decisions:
ASK
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What is the problem?
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What have others done?
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What are the constraints?
IMAGINE
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What are some solutions?
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Brainstorm ideas.
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Choose the best one.
PLAN
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Draw a diagram.
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Make lists of materials you will need.
The Goal
Imagine
Plan
Create
Improve
Ask
