Deck 4: Engineering Communication

Question 1

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

Answer 1

False

Question 2

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

Answer 2

False

Question 3

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

Answer 3

B

Question 4

The best way to turn in your multiple-page engineering homework is in loose pages in case
your professor wants to rearrange the pages.

Question 5

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 6

Engineering paper is the same thing as graph paper.

Question 7

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

A)given, find, solution
B)course number, assignment due date, you name
C)name, rank, serial number
D)problem description, formulas, answer

Question 8

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

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

Question 9

Checking your answer in the back of the textbook to make sure you have the correct answer is
a good habit to get into.

Question 10

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 11

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 12

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

Question 13

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 14

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 15

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 16

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 17

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

Question 18

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 19

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 20

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

Question 21

Presentations are an integral part any engineering project.

Question 22

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 23

Engineering drawings typically convey all of the following vital information except

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

Question 24

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