Careers in Engineering

Foundations of Engineering
and Technology
Engineering…

The branch of science and technology concerned with

design, building, and use of engines, machines,
and structures.

“Science is about knowing; engineering is about doing.”

-Henry Petroski
Disciplines of Engineering
Aeronautical
The flight of all kinds of vehicles operating under different speeds and
altitudes
Agricultural
All systems and sciences for the production and processing of
agricultural processes
Automotive
Design, build, maintain and operate self-propelled vehicles from use
on land or sea, in air or space
Chemical
The development of processes, and the design and operation of plants
in which materials undergo chemical changes during their manufacture
Civil
All principalities of communication, transportation, construction, and
manufacturing
Mechanical
Machines, production of power and manufacturing methods
Computer Software
Trained for the specification, design, development and maintenance
of software systems and electronic devices
Electrical
Applications of electricity ranging from electric light, power systems
to electronic appliances including computer engineers
Biomedical
Combine the discipline of mechanical engineering with human
anatomy and physiology
Nuclear
Use and management of nuclear technology
Industrial
The production of manufacturing systems
Educational Requirements
Education
Bachelor’s Degree (4 years)
May require a Master’s Degree
ABET – The Accreditation Board for Engineering and
Technology
YOUR TURN TO TEACH!
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