What do student teams in the TEAMS competition apply to solve engineering problems?

In the TEAMS competition, student teams focus on real-world engineering challenges that require the application of both mathematical concepts and scientific principles. This involves utilizing problem-solving skills and integrating knowledge from various areas of STEM—science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

Practical applications of math and science are critical because they enable students to create innovative solutions to complex problems, demonstrate their understanding of engineering processes, and effectively apply theoretical knowledge to tangible scenarios. By focusing on these practical applications, participants learn how to approach issues systematically and creatively, reflecting the way professionals in the engineering field tackle actual challenges.

In contrast, the other options do not directly contribute to solving engineering problems in the context of the TEAMS competition. Social studies, history and arts, and language and literature provide valuable knowledge and insights into human society and culture, but they do not provide the technical foundations necessary for addressing engineering challenges directly.