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Just one comment on one question. The answer to quantum computing should be: "A new way of reducing the size and _increasing_ the speed of classic computers, no longer based on the binary system." Not: "A new way of reducing the size and speed of classic computers, no longer based on the binary system." (Why classic?) You could add another option: "A bandwagon destined to extract lots of money from gullible venture capitalists?" But you could add that one to most promising new technologies. Just noticed a few other things in there that really need sorting out: "An areas of technology that combines mechanics and electronics used in robotics" I leave it to others to spot the "oops" there. I know, I know, I should get out more, but 40 years an editor does that for you. MK -----Original Message----- From: psci-com: on public engagement with science [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Dawn Bonfield Sent: 29 November 2017 15:47 To: [log in to unmask] Subject: [PSCI-COM] Future Engineering Careers Quiz Hi all, A bit of a long shot, but hopefully somebody will be able to help please. As you may remember me saying previously, I am planning a Year of Engineering Roadshow next year, focusing on future careers in engineering/technology. As a way to attract people to the stand I am trying to put together a quiz on a pop up banner, but could do with some help from some people with the answers to the questions. The following are 10 questions, designed to inform, inspire and entertain. Alongside the quiz I am putting together a short info sheet with some further brief information on each of the questions, with a link. Something aimed at members of the public or 16-18 year olds. Would a couple of you whose areas of expertise the questions fall into help out please with a short piece of information to go alongside the technical question (rather than the careers questions, which I have covered). Also, if the answers I have given (i.e. the correct ones) are clearly inaccurate, then please do let me know (preferably in private so I don't look completely idiotic, or at least kindly if not in private). Other comments or questions gratefully received. Thanks for your help. Further info below. Best wishes Dawn Bonfield Here goes: Future Engineering Quiz How much do YOU know? The average salary of a graduate engineer is: 1. £19.150 2. 22,000 (the national average) 3. 25,880 What is Quantum Computing? 1. The next Bond film. 2. A new Silicon Valley start-up company 3. A new way of reducing the size and speed of classic computers, no longer based on the binary system. What is the Blue Economy? 1. The use of the World’s oceans to provide resources for our future. 2. The economic spending power of people over the age of 70. 3. Something to do with factory workers. What percentage of the working population are employed in the engineering industry in the UK? 1. 8% 2. 20% 3. 31% Mechatronics is: 1. The new Pixar film featuring the Mechatron. 2. A new way of growing protein rich food in the laboratory 3. An areas of technology that combines mechanics and electronics used in robotics Blockchain technology is 1. The new transmission system from Specialized used in electric motorbikes. 2. An amalgamation of superstores, offices and hotels where people will live and work in the future. 3. A clever digital way of recording sales or transactions that is constantly updating, spread out globally, and avoids corruption. New T levels will replace many vocational qualifications for 16-18 year olds in 2020. What does T stand for? 1. Technical 2. Transitional 3. Top Why is soil management such an important future technology area? 1. We will rely on soil technology to grow sufficient crops to feed an increasing World population. 2. An increasing population will end up eating soil to stay alive. 3. Once robots take our jobs we will do more gardening to keep ourselves occupied. Who or what is Crispr Cas9? 1. The person responsible for developing Dolly the Sheep. 2. A genome editing technique to target and prevent diseases. 3. Dr Who’s new assistant robot. Which of these titles are given to Professionally Registered Engineers? 1. Chartered Engineer (CEng) 2. Engineering/ICT Technician (EngTech/ICTTech) 3. Incorporated Engineer (IEng) So what I am looking for is a short paragraph to give a bit more information on the (technical) questions, if anybody can help please. Something - less than 100 words - a bit like this for the first question: Research has shown that around three in five 17-19 year-olds underestimate graduate engineer starting salaries. On average, professional engineers can expect to earn between £23,000 and £38,000 more per year than the national average salary. Engineering graduates start out earning around 10% more than graduates from other degree disciplines and can expect to earn significantly more over a lifetime. Engineering technicians earn £18,000 more per year than the median salary for all employees. 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