Engineering Concepts in Science Grade 8

These flashcards cover essential vocabulary relating to engineering concepts discussed in the Grade 8 science curriculum.

Specifications

Documents outlining the exact requirements and needs necessary for a project.

Constraints

Limitations or restrictions to be respected during a project.

Human constraints

Factors related to user interaction such as maintenance, ease of use, and safety.

Technical constraints

Considerations related to the function and dimensions of the object.

Physical constraints

Natural elements that interact with the object, like humidity or heat.

Industrial constraints

Factors related to production such as tools, materials, and workforce.

Economic constraints

Cost-related factors including production and selling prices.

Environmental constraints

Impact of an object on the environment and the sustainability of its materials.

Design plan

A simplified diagram that outlines how an object will work, including forces and motions.

Technical diagram

A simplified drawing showing parts, materials, and how they are linked and guided.

Raw materials

Natural substances that act as building blocks for other materials.

Materials

Products that have been transformed from raw materials for use in creating objects.

Equipment

Devices, machines, tools, and instruments used to create an object.