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Lesson 4: ENGINEERING DESIGN
What is engineering?
What is Engineering Design?
One can think of the engineering design process as a recipe for banana bread; it can be made a
lot of different ways but it’s usually going to start with bananas and it’s going to end with a loaf
of bread. One such “recipe” for the engineering design process will be outlined in this lesson;
this is not the only correct version of the process, it is just one example. It will provide a good
starting point for students to explore the engineering process.
Design Principles
Design Principles are a set of considerations that form the basis of any good product.
Why Use Them?
Design Principles help teams with decision making. A few simple principles or constructive
questions will guide your team towards making appropriate decisions.
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• Identify the elements of design.
• Recognize design criteria and constraints.
• Describe the purpose and importance of working in a team.
• Use the design process to solve a technical problem.
• Apply the elements of design to the design process.
• Explain a design brief and apply the concept when using the design process.
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