Read the following headlines (A, B, C and D). What do you think each paragraph will be about?

A Engineers use a method
B Anyone can use engineering ideas
C Engineering is everywhere
D Engineering is both theoretical and practical

4. Read the following text and match the headings (A, B, C and D) from ex.3 to its parts (1, 2, 3 and 4):

1. __________________
Almost everything we use in modern life is made by engineers. For example, if a manufacturer wants a faster car, a smaller personal stereo, or a better pen, they will ask a design engineer to find a practical solution.
2. __________________
Engineers use theory (ideas about engineering) to produce practical answers. The design solution must be a reasonable price, safe, and reliable. A new idea that is expensive, dangerous, or doesn’t always work is not a good solution.
3. __________________
Generally, engineers solve problems in a methodical way. Engineers: - define the problem, - design a solution, - test the solution, - evaluate the solution. If the solution isn’t right, the process is repeated. When a good solution is found, the next step is to: - communicate the solution.
4. __________________
This method of problem-solving is useful in everyday life. For example, you can use the five steps next time you prepare for a test. 1. Define the problem: I want to pass my test next week. 2. Design a solution: I will study for three hours a day. 3. Test the solution: Study for three hours a day and take the test. 4. Evaluate the solution: Have I passed the test with a good mark? Yes = a good solution. No = a bad solution, so think of a better one. 5. Communicate the solution: Tell your friends about your test-passing technique.

* (the text is from: “Engineering” Workshop by Lindsey White, OUP; Unit 1, pg.2, ex.3

5. Read the text again and decide if the sentences (1, 2, 3 and 4) are true (T) or false (F):

  Lots of things are made by engineers. T F
  Engineering isn’t practical. T F
  Engineers must think carefully. T F
  Only engineers can solve problems. T F

* (“Engineering” Workshop by Lindsey White, OUP; Unit 1, pg.2, ex.4)

6. Read the text again and match the highlighted words with the meanings (1, 2, 3 … 8)

  plan       careful, step-by-step  
  cost much money       assess the success of  
  a business       normal  
  answer       say exactly  

* (“Engineering” Workshop by Lindsey White, OUP; Unit 1, pg.2, ex.5)

7. Read the text again and find the English equivalents to the following expressions:

- … современная жизнь …

- … найти практическое решение …

- … конкретные (практические) решения …

- … разумная стоимость …

- … неверное решение …

- … решать проблемы …

- … определить проблему…

- … разработать решение …

- … провести испытание …

- …оценить результат …

- … следующий шаг к …

- … повседневная жизнь …

8. Match the following words:

the solution engineers solution carefully way problems technique price the problem a solution life a method
  a practical       think    
  methodical       solve    
  define       everyday    
  design       test-passing    
  reasonable       evaluate    
  made by       use    

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