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Lesson 1: The Field of Engineering Management Flashcards

1
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It is important to the engineer that he knows what is expected of him so that he may be able to perform his job __________ and __________.

A

effectively, efficiently

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FUNCTIONS OF THE ENGINEER:

Since prehistoric times, mankind has benefited from the various tools, equipment, and projects developed by engineers.’ Among these are the following:

Give the 6.

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  1. Stone bladed axe, Irrigation System to promote crop growing. 6000 to 3000 B.C.;
  2. the pyramids of Egypt - 3000 to 600 B.C.;
  3. roadbuilding by the IRomans-600 B.C. to A.D. 400;
  4. the production of paper and gunpowder by the Chinese - 100 A.D. to 1600 A.D.;
  5. the production of steam engine and the spinning and weaving machinery - 1601 A.D. to 1799 A.D.;
  6. and the manufacture of cars and household appli ances - modem times.
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FUNCTIONS OF THE ENGINEER:

Engineers are currently producing solutions to many of the difficulties faced by mankind. Their outputs, new or improvements of old ones, are very much needed in the following specific problem concerns:

Give all the 8.

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  1. the production of more food for a fast growing world population;
  2. the elimination of air and water pollution;
  3. solid waste disposal and materials recycling;
  4. the reduction of noise in various forms;
  5. supplying the increasing demand for energy;
  6. supplying the increasing demand for mobility;
  7. preventing and solving crimes
  8. meeting the increasing demand for communication facilities.
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FUNCTIONS OF THE ENGINEER:

  1. the functions of engineering encompass the following areas:

a. ___________ where the engineer is engaged in the process of learning about nature and codifying this knowledge into usable theories.

A

Research

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FUNCTIONS OF THE ENGINEER:

  1. the functions of engineering encompass the following areas:

b. ___________ where the engineer undertakes the activity of turning a product concept to a finished physical item.

A

Design and development

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FUNCTIONS OF THE ENGINEER:

  1. the functions of engineering encompass the following areas:

c. ___________ where the engineer works in a unit where new products or parts are tested for workability.

A

Testing

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FUNCTIONS OF THE ENGINEER:

  1. the functions of engineering encompass the following areas:

d. ___________ where the engineer is directly in charge of production personnel or assumes responsibility for the product.

A

Manufacturing

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FUNCTIONS OF THE ENGINEER:

  1. the functions of engineering encompass the following areas:

e. ___________ where the construction engineer is either directly in charge of the construction personnel or may have responsibility for the quality of the construction process.

A

Construction

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FUNCTIONS OF THE ENGINEER:

  1. the functions of engineering encompass the following areas:

f. ___________ where the engineer assists the company’s customers to meet their needs.

A

Sales

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FUNCTIONS OF THE ENGINEER:

  1. the functions of engineering encompass the following areas:

g. ___________ where the engineer works as
consultant.

A

Consulting

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FUNCTIONS OF THE ENGINEER:

  1. the functions of engineering encompass the following areas:

h. ___________ where the engineer may find employment in the government performing any of the various tasks in regulating, monitoring, and cop trolling the activities of various institutions, public or private.

A

Government

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FUNCTIONS OF THE ENGINEER:

  1. the functions of engineering encompass the following areas:

i. ___________ where the engineer gets employment in a school and is assigned as a teacher of engineering courses.

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Teaching

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FUNCTIONS OF THE ENGINEER:

  1. the functions of engineering encompass the following areas:

j. ___________ where the engineer is assigned
to manage groups of people performing specific tasks.

A

Management

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THE ENGINEER IN VARIOUS TYPES OF ORGANIZATION:

From the viewpoint of the engineer, organizations may be classified according to the degree of engineering jobs performed:

Level ___: those with a moderate degree of engineering jobs like transportation companies.

A

2

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THE ENGINEER IN VARIOUS TYPES OF ORGANIZATION:

From the viewpoint of the engineer, organizations may be classified according to the degree of engineering jobs performed:

Level ___: those with minimal engineering jobs like retailing firms.

A

1

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THE ENGINEER IN VARIOUS TYPES OF ORGANIZATION:

From the viewpoint of the engineer, organizations may be classified according to the degree of engineering jobs performed:

Level ___: those with a high degree of engineering jobs like construction firms.

A

3

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THE ENGINEER IN VARIOUS TYPES OF ORGANIZATION:

Give three (3) government organizations related to 3 levels.

A

Level 1: DOH
Level 2: DOTr
Level 3: DPWH

18
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WHAT IS ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT?

It refers to the activity combining technical knowledge with the ability to organize and coordinate worker power, materials, machinery, and money.

A

Engineering Management

19
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WHAT IS ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT?

When the engineer is assigned to supervise the work of even a few people, what is his main responsibility?

A

To lead his group into producing a certain output consistent with the required specifications.

20
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WHAT IS ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT?

What is the top position an engineer manager may occupy?

A

general managership or presidency of any firm, large or small.

21
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WHAT IS ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT?

The higher the engineer manager goes up, the _____ technical activities he performs, and the ______ management tasks he accepts.

A

less, more

22
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MANAGEMENT DEFINED

Engineer manager is presumed to be ___________ __________.

A

technically competent

23
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MANAGEMENT DEFINED

Defined as creative problem solving-process of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling an organization’s resources to achieve its mission and objectives.

A

Management

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THE PROCESS OF MANAGEMENT

Management is a process consisting of _________, _________, ___________, ____________.

A

planning, organizing, directing (or leading), and controlling.

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REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ENGINEER MANAGER’S JOB

Give the 4 qualifications.

A
  1. bachelor’s degree in engineering from reputable school; In some cases, a master’s degree in engineering or business management.
  2. a few years experience.
  3. training in supervision
  4. special training in engineering management.
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HOW ONE MAY BECOME A SUCCESSFUL ENGINEER MANAGER

Give the 3 preconditions to become a successful engineer manager according to Kreitner.

A
  1. ability
  2. motivation to manage
  3. opportunity
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HOW ONE MAY BECOME A SUCCESSFUL ENGINEER MANAGER

It refers to the capacity of an
engineer manager to achieve organizational objectives effectively and efficiently.

A

Managerial Ability

28
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HOW ONE MAY BECOME A SUCCESSFUL ENGINEER MANAGER

___________, according to Higgins, refers to a description of “whether objectives are accomplished.”

while _________ is a description of the relative amount of resources used in obtaining effectiveness.

A

Effectiveness, efficiency

29
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HOW ONE MAY BECOME A SUCCESSFUL ENGINEER MANAGER

John B. Miner, developed
a __________ _________ to measure objectively an individual’s motivation to manage.

Give the 7 dimensions of it.

A

psychometric instrument

  1. Favorable attitude toward those in positions of
    authority, such as superiors.
  2. Desire to engage in games or sports competition with peers.
  3. Desire to engage in occupational or work-related
    competition with peers.
  4. Desire to assert oneself and take charge.
  5. Desire to exercise power and authority over others.
  6. Desire to behave in a distinctive way, which
    includes standing out from the crowd.
  7. Sense of responsibility in carrying out the routine duties associated with managerial work.
30
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HOW ONE MAY BECOME A SUCCESSFUL ENGINEER MANAGER

The opportunity for successful management has two requirements. Give them.

A
  1. Obtaining a suitable managerial job.
  2. Finding a supportive climate once on the job.
31
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HOW ONE MAY BECOME A SUCCESSFUL ENGINEER MANAGER

It is characterized by the recognition of managerial talent through financial and nonfinancial rewards.

A

supportive climate

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