Mechanical Engineering Technician how-to

How to Write a Test Report

Clear reports drive decisions.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Clear reports drive decisions. In short: state; describe; present, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. State the purpose.

  2. Describe the setup.

  3. Present data.

  4. Note failures.

  5. Draw conclusions.

  6. Recommend actions.

Safety reminders for mechanical engineering technicians

  • Wear eye and hearing protection
  • Guard test rigs
  • Follow lockout/tagout
  • Use tools safely

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