Discovering Engineering Presented by Michael Davis, P.E. to Bentley Elementary

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Discovering Engineering Engineers make things. The invisible “invisible profession ” What is Engineering? “Engineering is the application of math and science to create something of value from our natural resources.” “cool” Everything in society is linked to engineering. There is nothing that you do not walk on, ride in or use that engineering has not been involved in.

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Discovering Engineering What does an Engineer do?

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Discovering Engineering Review contracts Order Materials Hire and schedule sub-contractors Quality control management Civil Engineering Construction Management Construction supervision

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Discovering Engineering Electrical/Computer Engineering Body Electronics Airbags Climate Control Security System Keyless Entry Automatic Seatbelts Memory Seat / Mirror Vehicle Control Antilock Brakes Traction Control Suspension Power Steering Power Train Engine Transmission Charging System Cruise Control Cooling Fan Ignition 4 Wheel Drive Instrumentation Analog Dashboard Digital Dashboard Navigation Heads Up Display (HUD) Global Positioning System (GPS) Entertainment Cellular Phone CD Player AM/FM Radio Tape Player Television CB Radio How is your life affected by the work of Electrical and Computer Engineers?

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Environmental Engineering Air/Water quality Pollution control Remediation Water quality test Soil remediation Air quality test

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Discovering Engineering How can I become an engineer? I.Beneficial to have a good high school background in math and sciences. II.Core college curriculum in math and science. Upon completion of core curriculum-choose an engineering discipline to study e.g. civil, environmental, mechanical engineering, etc… III.Four-year Degree IV.Internships if possible V.Engineer in Training(EIT) VI.Professional Engineer(PE) F.A.Q. S Frequently Asked Questions

Discovering Engineering How can I become an engineer?

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