Prof Dr PE Seeram Ramakrishna, FREng National University of Singapore Founder, Global Engineering Deans Council ( Co-Founder, University Excellence Care Project ( Global Attributes of Engineers

 Vice-President Research Strategy; Dean, Faculty of Engineering; Director, Center for Nanofibers & National University of Singapore (NUS)  Founder, Global Engineering Deans Council; and University Excellence Care Project  Highly cited researcher in Materials Science (highlycited.com). 700 ISI papers; 40,000 citations and 92 H-index. Thomson Reuter identified him among the World’s Most Influential Scientific Minds  PhD, University of Cambridge; The General Management Program, Harvard University  Fellow, professional societies & academies of Singapore, UK, India, ASEAN & USA Prof Dr PE Seeram Ramakrishna, FREng

 Engineer 1 said 'I have to maintain my family. I am making a living here’  Engineer 2 said 'I want to show that I am the best engineer'  Engineer 3 said 'I want to create our heritage inspired iconic building in the world‘ Responses of three engineers involved in a building construction to a simple question ‘what are you doing?’ Which perspective is desirable? and why?

Small Group Discussion and Report-Outs  Form Small Groups and select a Timekeeper, Scribe, and Spokesperson  Each group to discuss the following questions: 1.What are some examples of how you presently integrate the Attributes of a Global Engineer into your engineering course or program? 2.In what ways do you assess a student’s preparation to live, work, and perform in a global engineering context? 3.Where are opportunities that you might consider introducing additional Attributes of a Global Engineer into your engineering course or program? 4.What additional recommendations, suggestions, or resources can you share to enhance the Attributes of a Global Engineer project?  Each group to prepare a brief report-out to be presented by its Hoyer

What are the global attributes of engineers?

a)ability to apply knowledge of math, science & engineering b)ability to design & conduct experiments, analyze data c)ability to design a system component or process d)ability to function in multi-disciplinary teams (leadership/management skills) e)ability to identify, solve & formulate engineering problems f)understanding of professional & ethical responsibilities g)ability to communicate effectively (open forums) h)understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global & societal context i)life-long learning (a self-learning curve) j)knowledge of contemporary issues (general awareness) k)ability to use techniques, skills & engineering tools necessary for engineering practice (digital touch) l)entrepreneurship skills Journal of Engineering Education Transformations, Volume XXVII, No. 4, July-2014, ISSN Sources: ASEE, ABET, WA

Is the Z generation (Net generation) different from us? In what ways?

Net Generation, who?  Tech savvy (omnipotent smart devices)  Multitasks & instant expert (on line research)  Plugged into social networks  Open to diverse cultures  Concerned about society and sustainability issues  Open to entrepreneurial pursuits  Globe trotters

Recording and Storing information Economist, September 2014

“I was never interested in getting rich- my goal was always to build the best computers possible and be an engineer forever. That is why I started a company” Steve Wozniak, Computer Engineer, Co- Founder of Apple Computer

Microsoft : 29% of employees are women ~ 17% of those work in technical positions are women Apple: 20% of those work in technical positons are women Facebook: Women make up about 31% of workforce Google: 30% of workforce are women Satya Nadella

ImpactImpact Contribution  Incremental  Confined  Risk averse  Disruptive  Glocal  Enterprising TRENDS

The work place, social, economic, political, innovation and technological environment of Z generation is different from ours. In what ways?

The Economist, 17 th May 2014

Innovation 0.0 (resources economy) Seeram Ramakrishna, The Changing Face of Innovation

Innovation 1.0 (manufactured goods economy) Seeram Ramakrishna, The Changing Face of Innovation

Innovation 2.0 (tech economy) Seeram Ramakrishna, The Changing Face of Innovation

Innovation 3.0 (information rich, smart economy) Seeram Ramakrishna, The Changing Face of Innovation Globally distributed nodes of innovation

~ 24: slowing down of brain Age (years) ~ 25: loss of firmness and elasticity of skin ~ 35: loss of underlying tissue & fat in cheeks, neck, hands, breasts ~ 40: loss of elasticity of eye lens ~ 40: teeth and gums more susceptible to disease; less saliva ~ 40: loss of pumping ability of heart, and elasticity of blood vessels ~ 50: gut good bacteria drops ~ 50: slowing down of kidneys ~ 60: bladder; incontinence ~ 60: fewer taste buds & smell sensors; hoarser voice Sumiko Tan; Victoria Moran ~ 35: loss of bone density; loss of elasticity of lungs Function loss with age ~ 45: loss of muscle ~ 45: erosion of cartilage; stiffening of joints ~ 40: hormonal imbalance Aging kick in

Longevity of Galapagos Tortoise ~ 180 years! The oldest living person so far is now ~ years Average life expectancy of humans to rise to 95 by 2040

How do you nurture the global attributes of engineers? Journal of Engineering Education Transformations, Volume XXVII, No. 4, July-2014, ISSN

T-Engineers (specialized yet with broad based education) Professional Standards/Ethics & Social Conscience and Critical Thinking Skills via Breadth Courses; Self- awareness ICT & Communication Skills via Technology Enhanced Learning/ Discussions/Presentations Engineering Knowledge and Analytical Skills via Engineering Science, and Engineering Courses (depth) Systems thinking, problem solving and design skills by applying engineering knowledge via Open Ended Design Projects/ Industry Internships via Global learning; work in a diverse team; team work via Project management; Business; Finance; Leadership via Independent leaning; Society perspectives & challenges via Research/Interdisciplinary/Multidisciplinary projects Enhancers Essentials Global Knowledge & Orientation (open mindset) Lifelong learning, proactive & adaptability skills Innovative & Creative Skills Entrepreneurial, Intrapreneurial, & data analysis Skills Journal of Engineering Education Transformations, Volume XXVII, No. 4, July-2014, ISSN

China Daily

Learning Resources Center Learning Cafe Library

A white room at SMU-X, where the walls and floor are for scribbling ideas. There are also rooms for students to catch power naps and for small groups to meet Redesigning classroom

Ethics and Responsible Engineers

Developing Graduates and Researchers Work environment for the graduates is different from the yester years: Ethics to avoid plagiarism; fraud; Safety practices Journal papers & book writing skills; Grant writing skills; IPR protection & transfer skills Scientific fundamentals & knowledge via course work Via international conferences; interactions with funders Via communicating to the lay persons; society relevance; visibility Via multi/interdisciplinary research; international collaborations Via guiding junior students and researchers Articulation skills Team, multicultural, collaborative skills Mentoring skills Public scholarship abilities Scientific skills via usage of advanced scientific tools & methods Journal of Engineering Education Transformations, Volume XXVII, No. 4, July-2014, ISSN

Research aimed at the most fundamental questions Research aimed at incremental questions, progress Research aimed at gathering information, data to gain insights, postulate trends Nature of Research Lasting significance scientists ‘discover’, engineers ‘invent’ and entrepreneurs ‘innovate’ is an obsolete paradigm Depth of understanding

Grand challenges need convergent approaches  Food, Water  Healthcare  Education  Transportation  Energy Environment Climate Change Sustainability  Security and safety

19 DECEMBER 2014 SCIENCE sciencemag.org VOL 346 ISSUE Discovery, invention and innovation through convergence

higher education global trends and emerging opportunities to 2020

higher education global trends and emerging opportunities to 2020

Conclusions  Engineering education to nurture T-engineers suitable for changing world of work. Less emphasis on testing of knowledge acquisition (measurement) and focus on developing core competencies (assessment). Leverage technology enhanced learning.  Merge academic excellence with industry needs. Customized innovations to revitalize the existing businesses and spawn new

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