ICT in Engineering Flashcards
What does ICT stand for?
Information Communication Technology
What is information?
Information refers to the knowledge obtained from studying, investigation, reading or researching. The tools to transmit information are telephone, television, radio, computer and mobile devices. Information is knowledge and helps us to fulfil our daily tasks
What is communication?
Communication is an act of transmitting messages. It is a process whereby information is exchanged between individuals using symbols, signs or verbal interactions. Communication helps us to gain knowledge
What is technology?
Technology is the use of scientific knowledge, experience and resources to create processes and products that fulfil human needs. Technology is vital in communication
What does ICT encompass?
The technology for processing information. This includes
system
network components
communication devices
software applications
What do we apply digital tools to achieve?
We apply digital tools to make things more effective, efficient, flexible, portable and smart.
What type of activities do engineers coordinate?
simulation
modeling
prototyping
manufacturing
testing
installation
project management
What goals does ICT achieve in manufacturing?
Eliminating flaws
Reducing variation
Minimising iterations
How does ICT enhance design in engineering?
Interaction, connection, communication
What does ICT in Engineering focus on?
designing products/systems
building
testing
commissioning
decommissioning
How is ICT used in Mechanical engineering?
Mechanical Engineering specialises on designing:
Power producing machines
internal engines
gas and steam turbines
Power using machines
Refrigerators
Air-conditions
Other machines
Conveyor systems
How is ICT used in Civil Engineering?
Aids in designing and building buildings, bridges, Roads
drains, sewage systems, railways
How is ICT used in Electrical and Electronics Engineering?
Designing and manufacturing electrical: components, devices, products and systems.
What are the benefits of ICT in engineering?
Enhances delivery
Improves communication
Creation of virtual prototypes
Cost analysis
Reduces cost
Analysis of stresses
Improvement to efficiency.
What is the order of input to output.
Input-computer-outputs
Data-Computer-Information
