Title: Explain applications of mathematics in the engineering design process.
Course: Engineering Studies (21002) > Section: Communicating Technical Information

Explanation should include

- reasons mathematics is essential in the engineering design process
- summary of types of mathematics commonly used by engineers
- reasons why solving for unknown variables may be necessary before finding a solution
- ways to determine the formulas needed for a solution to an engineering design problem.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is the definition of algorithm?
- What are some common examples of algorithms?
- In what kinds of engineering design problems should one establish and use a mathematical algorithm to solve the problem?
- How can one determine whether one's solutions to unknown variables are feasible?
- Why should one not depend exclusively on computer-generated results?