problem solving
using generic or ad hoc methods in an orderly manner to find solutions to problems
fault detection and isolation
subfield of control engineering
trial and error
fundamental method of problem-solving, characterized by repeated, varied attempts which are continued until success, or until the practicer stops trying
functional electronics
branch of electronics that solves tasks by way of designing new functional devices, rather than combining existing generic types
equation solving
finding values for variables that make an equation true
do it yourself
building, modifying, or repairing something without the aid of experts or professionals
root cause analysis
method of problem solving used for identifying the original causes of faults or problems
creative problem solving
mental process of searching for an original and previously unknown solution to a problem
technological fix
attempt of using engineering or technology to solve a problem
Design Sprint
design method and process that empathizes time limited activities over 5 days
structural fix
solving a problem or resolving a conflict by bringing about structural changes in underlying structures that provoked or sustained these problems
brute force
method of solving a problem using strength, not skill
lateral thinking
manner of solving problems using an indirect and creative approach via reasoning that is not immediately obvious or attainable using only traditional step-by-step logic
troubleshooting
form of problem solving, often applied to repair failed products or processes
computational thinking
a set of problem-solving methods that involve expressing problems and their solutions in ways that a computer could execute
solving chess
finding an optimal strategy for playing chess
Social problem-solving
cognitive-behavioral process in which one works to find adaptive ways of coping with everyday situations that are considered problematic
reverse engineering
process by which a man-made object is deconstructed to reveal its designs, architecture, code or to extract knowledge from the object
conflict resolution
methods and processes involved in facilitating the peaceful ending of conflict and retribution
coping
strategies used during the confrontation with some events to reduce unpleasant emotions
Script theory
psychological theory
Script theory
psychological theory