The engineering design process allows engineers to execute both small- and large-scale projects by applying scientific knowledge to the solution of technical problems. Understand the key principles and techniques of engineering design that will help you to develop in this field.
Fundamental Skills in Engineering Design
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Fundamental Skills in Engineering Design
Instructors: AMMAR ALSALKA
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Describe the engineering design process and apply techniques used in the design process.
Demonstrate an informed decision-making process.
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There are 2 modules in this course
Welcome to Fundamental Skills in Engineering Design! The first week of the course will give you a basic understanding of what we mean by 'engineering design', as well as an exploration of the product life cycle. You will learn about the the engineering design process this week too, which is what designers do in order to come up with a new product. This will give you a solid foundation on which to build on in Week 2. Let's get started!
What's included
12 videos15 readings3 assignments3 discussion prompts
Welcome to Week 2! This week you will examine some of the soft skills that you will need for a role in engineering design before moving on to look at a case study that will give you the opportunity to think about and practice some of the elements of conceptual design.
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