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What Is An Engineer?
What Is An Engineer?
What Is An Engineer?
ENGINEERING
Synthesis: integrate bits of knowledge to create something new Produce processes and things (part of technology) Characteristic activity: creative design Study of what never was Tryengineering.org http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eng ineering
Aerospace Engineering Aerospace engineers design, analyze, model, simulate, and test aircraft, spacecraft, satellites, missiles, and rockets. Aerospace technology also extends to many other applications of objects moving within gases or liquids. Examples are golf balls, high-speed trains, hydrofoil ships, or tall buildings in the wind. Aerospace engineers are typically specialists in fields with fancy names such as aerodynamics, propulsion, navigation, flight testing, and more. Biomedical Engineering This is an interdisciplinary field combining mechanical, electrical, and chemical engineering to study the human body. Biomedical Engineers study biology and medicine to develop technologies related to health care. They develop medical diagnostic machines, medical instruments, artificial organs, joint replacement parts, and prosthetic devices.
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Chemical Engineering Chemical Engineers use their knowledge of physics, chemistry, and biology to discover and manufacture better plastics, paints, fuels, fibers, medicines, fertilizers, semiconductors, paper, and all other kinds of chemicals, by carrying out chemical reactions and purifications. Civil Engineering The design and construction of buildings, dams, water treatment and carrying systems, air pollution controls, and transportation systems are the responsibilities of civil engineers. Subheadings of civil engineering include: geotechnical, environmental, structural, transportation, materials, and project management.
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Computer Science and Engineering Computer scientists and engineers are involved in the development of both hardware and software for computers. They work on computer-related systems like CD-ROMs, modems and monitors, as well as cutting-edge projects including robotics and virtual reality systems. Environmental Engineering Keeping the water, air and soil healthy are the responsibilities of environmental engineers. To accomplish this goal they deal with issues including waste management, pollution control and irrigation. Electrical Engineering Electrical engineering deals with electricity, magnetism, and light and how it is used. Electrical engineers are found in a variety of companies including the computer, communications, and automotive
industries.
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Mechanical Engineering Engineers within this discipline tend to focus on one of three aspects of mechanical engineering; design, manufacturing, or energy/power. Cars, airplanes and toys are just a few of the areas in which mechanical engineers work. Petroleum Engineering Petroleum engineers study the earth to find oil and gas reservoirs. They design oil wells, storage tanks, and transportation systems. They supervise the construction and operation of oil and gas fields. Petroleum engineers are researching new technologies to allow more oil and gas to be extracted from each well. They help supply the world's need for energy and chemical raw materials.
Taken from: http://www.engr.utexas.edu/wep/Precollege/Whats_engineering/engineering_disciplines.htmr and www.discoverengineering.org
FAQS
How much do Engineers make??? Well, let's start out by stating that money should never be the only factor for choosing a career. What if you end up hating your job?!?! Even if you're well paid, remember that money can't buy happiness!
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$50,993 46,172 48,503 53,813 43,679 52,464 51,888 47,384 49,567 50,982 50,236 48,643 51,182 61,516
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What hours do engineers work? Most engineers work weekdays, Monday through Friday. That's what some people would call a 'day job'. Typically they work from 8 to 10 hours per day. There are some companies that have very flexible work schedules such that their engineers come in for some 8hour period during the day (say from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m.)! Sometimes engineers work at a job site where something is happening 24 hours a day and they work a 'shift' schedule. Usually these assignments are temporary, such as for a new plant startup.
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How long do engineers have to go to school? Engineers need a minimum of a college Bachelor's degree. That means they must finish high school and typically four years of college. A few engineering programs take five years. A college degree could take longer if you only attend college part time or perhaps attend during evenings.
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How can I become an engineer? First you will need a college degree. After that, many engineers seek a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license. It helps to begin preparations for all this at the middle school levels. Where possible, choose a well-rounded mix of classes with emphasis on math and science. Taken from discoverengineering.org
QUESTIONS?
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So HOW did this happen and more importantly how can we keep this from happening again? These are exactly the type of problems engineers work to solve. HOMEWORK: Answer the following What is the power grid? How is it organized? What causes the power grid to fail during a blackout?