For the purposes of this lesson we will ignore the effects of air resistance. The computational concept that we will focus upon in this lesson is visualization. In the five-step approach to solving computational problems, visualization is usually a form of assessment . The ability to visualize problems and their solutions makes it easier to develop and apply intuition. Mistakes in a solution often become readily apparent when the results are visualized.
Visual aids are almost always necessary in order to effectively communicate engineering results.
Collectively, the different types of visualization represent a significant fraction of all engineering activity. As a result, engineering has a rich tradition surrounding the use of simple plots. Plots represent represent the bulk of the visual aids used in engineering reports. Your ability to effectively incorporate plots into your writing will dramatically affect how your writing is perceived. Although effective communication is no substitute for quality work, it is probably the next most important factor in engineering success.