Lesson I theme: “Lesson of Independence” Read and translate the text

The changing expectations of automotive engineers

1. Read and translate the text:

In the past, automotive engineers were closely associated with the field of mechanical engineering. After all, most automotive engineers dealt with topics such as gasoline and diesel engines, transmissions, suspension systems, chassis, door handles, seats, etc. A few ventured off into new developments such as turbine gas engines, continuously variable transmissions, or even Sterling engines. Some dealt with plastics and painting systems. The vast majority of knowledge needed by the automotive engineer of the past was mechanical in nature.
The reality of today is that the automotive engineer knows about far more than just mechanical engineering. To attract the best, the industry needs to project an image of the automotive engineer as someone with skills and knowledge beyond mechanical engineering.
The modern automobile has often been described as a computer on wheels. It is that and more — much more. Electronics control component systems such as the engine, transmission, and brakes. Those controls have become not just add-ons but integral parts of the operation of each system and the whole vehicle. A focus is on intelligent vehicle technology, which highlighted the integration of more electronics into the vehicle.


2. Read and translate the phrases used to write about future cars:
without doubt
I’m absolutely certain
there’s a good chance
is quite likely
there’s no doubt that
we are convinced
it’s highly probable
is expected to
3. Choose the correct answer:
Начало формы
Q1 - Some people came to look ...... the house, but I don't think they'll buy it
over
into
after
Q2 - Could you look ...... on her and just check that everything's OK
up
in
out