The engineering method is a series steps that individuals (engineers and developers) use to develop a product or a solution. These products are often used in everyday life, and can solve problems faced by consumers or other users.
The students begin the process by defining and researching the problem. They also identify any requirements that have to be met. Then they brainstorm and look at how others have solved the same problem.
After a list is created, the students choose the most promising solution and create a model. This step shows that students have achieved a great deal and can see the idea become a real-life solution.
Students then test their prototypes in order to confirm that they are working as expected. They can also improve their designs using the prototypes.
Before they can have a finished design, they will probably go through several different prototypes. This iterative process teaches them that they must keep trying to improve their designs, and they can’t be satisfied with being done until they’ve tried everything to make the best possible design.
Whether your students decide to become engineers or not, the process of engineering is something they can use throughout their lives to solve any problems. The skills they learn can be applied to any project – from building skyscrapers, to making sneakers.
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