Intro to Eng Final Exam Review Questions with
Correct Answers
In Canada, the title of engineer (implying that the holder is a
professional engineer)
i. is not restricted by law.
ii. may be used only by people employed in technical jobs.
iii. may be used only by graduates of accredited university engineering
programs.
iv. may be used only by people licensed under provincial or territorial
laws. Correct Answer-4
Engineering projects are usually a team activity, and the engineer
typically
i. provides the key link between the theory and the practical applications.
ii. takes responsibility when engineering work affects public safety.
iii. sets the "factor of safety" between the system capacity and the
expected load.
iv. All of the above are correct. Correct Answer-4
Technologists and technicians typically work with engineers on projects.
Which of the following statements is true about their certification
process?
,i. Certification as a technician or technologist is voluntary.
ii. Certification as a technician or technologist is compulsory.
iii. Technicians and technologists do not have a certification process.
iv. Technicians and technologists must be certified as engineers-in-
training. Correct Answer-1
How many distinct names of accredited engineering programs are found
in Canadian universities?
i. fewer than 30
ii. approximately 60
iii. more than 100
iv. more than 200 Correct Answer-2
Engineering decisions must be based exclusively on the objective use of
logic with-out letting personal experience influence them.
i. false
ii. true Correct Answer-1
A professional engineer who designs hydroelectric power transmission
lines and distribution systems, including the control systems for these
devices, is most likely to have studied in which of the following
engineering programs?
,i. civil
ii. electrical
iii. industrial
iv. geological
v. software
vi. mechanical Correct Answer-2
A professional engineer who improves the quality of rivers, lakes, and
the atmosphere by monitoring air and water quality and by solid and
liquid waste management is most likely to have studied in which of the
following engineering programs?
i. civil
ii. environmental
iii. industrial
iv. geological
v. manufacturing
vi. mechanical Correct Answer-2
A professional engineer who develops software for digital telephone
switching systems and designs control systems for automated
manufacturing production lines is most likely to have studied in which
of the following engineering programs?
i. manufacturing
, ii. electrical
iii. industrial
iv. computer
v. software
vi. environmental Correct Answer-2
Of the many challenges of the future, the one described in Chapter 1 as
probably the most important is
i. the population explosion.
ii. environmental pollution.
iii. the rapid spread of disease.
iv. climate change caused by global warming.
v. congestion in crowded cities. Correct Answer-4
According to the Engineers Canada membership survey conducted in
2006, which provinces or territories have the most and the fewest
licensed engineers?
i. Ontario has the most, and PEI and Yukon have the fewest.
ii. Alberta has the most, and Yukon and Northwest Territories have the
fewest.
iii. Ontario has the most, and Yukon and Northwest Territories have the
fewest.
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller cracker. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $14.49. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.