Title: Identify the components of an engineering design portfolio.
Course: Technology Transfer (21052-18) > Section: Applying the Engineering Design Process in STEM

Identification of the components of an engineering design portfolio may include

- title page
- introduction
- problem statement
- design brief and specifications
- research and investigation
- brain storming solutions
- selected solution
- implementation and development work
- final testing and overall evaluation
- a work log.

The engineering design portfolio is a compilation of records that are kept in various forms throughout the design and problem-solving process.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are the key elements of an engineering design portfolio?
- What is the importance of creating an engineering portfolio?
- What is the difference between a concept sketch and a design sketch?
- Why is an engineering design portfolio important in a patent process?
- What are some reasons to maintain a paper trail?
- How can you create a working model of your design?
- Why is it important to document the design process?