Professional Practice Engineering Design Process

Flashcards covering key concepts in the engineering design process as discussed in lecture notes.

Design Process

An iterative series of steps to define problems, plan projects, gather data, brainstorm, analyze, evaluate, and communicate solutions.

Problem Definition

Summarizing the design problem and outlining the primary objectives in the engineering design process.

Brainstorming

A creative process for generating ideas and alternatives in the design process.

Upweller Pump

A pump capable of supplying a certain flow rate to suspended silos for aquaculture use.

Solar Power System

A grid-independent photovoltaic system designed to supply energy for applications, such as oyster nurseries, without reliance on traditional power sources.

Design Constraints

Limitations or requirements that must be considered in the design process, often related to budget, materials, or regulations.

Stormwater Management Plan

A strategy designed to manage the quantity and quality of stormwater runoff to minimize flooding and pollution.

Analysis

The process of examining components and systems critically to ensure they meet design specifications and requirements.

Evaluation

Testing and assessing the design's functionality, efficiency, and effectiveness against established criteria.

Prototyping

Creating an early model or version of a product to test and evaluate design concepts.

Environmental Analysis

Assessing the potential environmental impacts of a project and designing solutions to mitigate negative effects.

Iterative Process

A repetitive method where the design is repeatedly refined and improved upon based on feedback and testing outcomes.