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The Engineering ProfessionE10 - Introduction to Engineering

Charles W. DavidsonCollege of Engineering

John AthanasiouMarch 2008

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Where do you see your self 7-10 years from now

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(Timeline to Engineering Education)

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From Student to ProfessionalFROM: TO:

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““What is a Profession”What is a Profession”1.1. Requires specialized and highly skilled knowledge.Requires specialized and highly skilled knowledge.2.2. Requires academic training.Requires academic training.3.3. Is regulated by professional bodies.Is regulated by professional bodies.4.4. Examination of competence Examination of competence 5.5. Function of professional work is vital to society.Function of professional work is vital to society.6.6. Professionals enjoy high social statusProfessionals enjoy high social status7.7. Compensation is higher than other occupationsCompensation is higher than other occupations8.8. Professionals must perform under a standard of Professionals must perform under a standard of

professional behavior that requires adherence to the professional behavior that requires adherence to the highest principles of legal and ethical conducthighest principles of legal and ethical conduct22..

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The Engineering ProfessionThe Engineering ProfessionTrainingTraining, , QualificationsQualifications, , AdvancementsAdvancements,,LicensureLicensure

BS is required for all entry level engineering. Jobs.BS is required for all entry level engineering. Jobs.

Engineers trained in one field, may also work in a related field of Engineers trained in one field, may also work in a related field of engineering:engineering:

Aero EAero E …………………………………… ME ME EE ………………… Comp.E EE ………………… Comp.E Chem E. ……………….. Materials EChem E. ……………….. Materials E

All 50 states require licensure for engineers who offer their services directly to the public.2

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The Engineering ProfessionThe Engineering ProfessionTrainingTraining, , QualificationsQualifications, , AdvancementsAdvancements, , Licensure (cont.)Licensure (cont.)

Engineer In Training Engineer In Training (ET)(ET)22

Engineering Fundamentals Exam Engineering Fundamentals Exam Senior in, or Graduate of, an ABET accredited Senior in, or Graduate of, an ABET accredited

programprogram

Professional EngineerProfessional Engineer (PE ) (PE )22

BS-ABETBS-ABET Have passed, or be waived of, the ETHave passed, or be waived of, the ET 4-Years Work experience4-Years Work experience Exam by NCEESExam by NCEES

Fundamentals of Engineering (FE)Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Principles and Practice of EngineeringPrinciples and Practice of Engineering

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All 50 states require licensure for engineers who:All 50 states require licensure for engineers who:

A.A. Work for the government.Work for the government.B.B. Work for the food industry.Work for the food industry.C.C. Offer their services directly to the public.Offer their services directly to the public.D.D. Do not have a degree from an ABET Do not have a degree from an ABET

accredited program.accredited program.

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What Engineers Do?What Engineers Do? (a review)(a review)33

1.1. DesignDesign products. products.2.2. DesignDesign machinery to machinery to buildbuild those products. those products.3.3. DesignDesign plants in which those products are made. plants in which those products are made.4.4. DesignDesign the systems that ensure the quality and the systems that ensure the quality and

efficiency of the manufacturing process.efficiency of the manufacturing process.5.5. DesignDesign, , planplan and and supervisesupervise the construction of the construction of

buildings, highways, transit systems.buildings, highways, transit systems.6.6. DevelopDevelop and and implementimplement ways to extract, ways to extract,

process and use raw materials such as petroleum process and use raw materials such as petroleum and natural gas.and natural gas.

7.7. Harness the power of the Harness the power of the sunsun, and , and windwind to to satisfy the nations power needs.satisfy the nations power needs.

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What Engineering Work Have We Done in E10?What Engineering Work Have We Done in E10? Training: – Excel, Inventor 2008, Statics, Training: – Excel, Inventor 2008, Statics,

Aerodynamics, Strength of materials, Aerodynamics, Strength of materials,

Communication. Communication. Design: – Turbine, Support structure. Design: – Turbine, Support structure.

(CE, ME, Aero) (CE, ME, Aero) Build Parts: – Blades (z-printer)Build Parts: – Blades (z-printer) Assembly: -- Support structure, Motor Assembly: -- Support structure, Motor

installation. installation. (CE, ME) (CE, ME)

Test: – Blade performance.Test: – Blade performance. ( Aero, EE, Excel )( Aero, EE, Excel ) -- Structure stiffness (EE, ME)-- Structure stiffness (EE, ME) Communication: – Technical presentation and report. Communication: – Technical presentation and report.

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Q2Q2Based on our discussion, engineering Based on our discussion, engineering

is:is:

A. DesignA. DesignB. PlanningB. PlanningC. TestingC. TestingD. ImplementationD. ImplementationE. All of the aboveE. All of the above

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From Student to Professional: Step 2 (Timeline to Engineering Education)

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Construction Structural Transportation Geothermal Environmental

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CE-CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

• Project Manager--Oversees the entire construction project, organizes sub-contractors to meet the critical path.

• Estimator--Formulates the expense of a project, prepares the bid proposal, uses quality control to reduce costs to the company to achieve the lowest bid on a project.

• Scheduler--Designs the critical path of project without sacrificing quality or safety, works closely with the Project Manager.

• Project Engineer--Designs the project to meet the specifications set by the owner and government regulations, renders pragmatic solutions to daily problems during construction.

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CE-PUBLIC WORKS ENGINEERING

  City Manager--Oversees city engineers, works closely with local, county, and state political units, manages the overall upkeep of the city, responds to any natural or man-made disaster with emergency management techniques.

• City Engineer--Specializes in Civil Engineering sub-discipline to meet city needs such as water quality, transportation, etc.

• Federal Employee--Works for organizations like the Department of Transportation, Federal Emergency Management Association, Turnpike Authority.

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CE-STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING

• Designer--Formulates plans that meet criteria based on quality, cost, and safety.

• Evaluator/Analyst--Explores safety concerns on an existing structures, modifies structures to raise safety levels or to expand existing capabilities.

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CE-TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING

• Planner--Works with the local, state, and federal levels to meet the requirements of the D.O.T.

• Consultant--Makes recommendations concerning the infrastructure, deals with transit related problems.

• Operations Manager--Oversees traffic flows, alters roadway systems to meet the cyclic flow of traffic patterns.

• Highway Geometric Design--Designs roadway systems.

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Aero

Aerodynamics Propulsion Flight Dynamics

Structure &Materials

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ME

Fluid Dynamics

Thermo-dynamics

MechanicalDesign Mechatronics

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MechatronicsMechanical, Electronics, Control and

Computing systems.

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.EE

Power Generation

CommunicationSystems LSI Electronics

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Chem. E

Biochemical Polymers Plastics

Food Processing

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Semiconductors Microelectronics Ceramics

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Which engineering discipline combines Control Systems, Electronic Systems, Mechanical Systems and Computers?

A. AvionicsB. TecktronicsC. MechatronicsD. ElectronicsE. All of the Above

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From Student to ProfessionalStep 3

BS/MS (1)Majors

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1. Research2. Experimental3. Analytical4. Design5. Development6. Testing7. Production

8. Operations 9. Sales/Marketing10. Customer (large systems)11. Management12. Consulting13. Construction

Functional Classification-all majors

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Engineering Functional Jobs-A

Research E.

Solves new problems. Obtains new data.Devises new methods of calculationGains new knowledge

PerceptivenessPatienceSelf-Confidence

Analytical E.

Models physical problems using math to predict performance. Performs failure analysis

- Math, Physics, - Engineering Science, Applications Software

Development E.

-Develops products, processes, or systems-Uses well-known principles and employs existing processes or machines to perform a new function-Concerned only with a prototype or

model

IngenuityCreativityAstute Judgment

Title Function SKILLS/Knowledge

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Engineering Functional Jobs-B

Design E. -Converts concepts and information into detailed plans and specs from which the finished product can be be Manufactured.-Restricted by the state of the art

1. Creativity2. Innovation3. Fundamental knowledge of many disciplines4. Understanding of economics and people

Production E.

1. Devises a schedule to efficiently coordinate materials and personnel2. Orders raw materials at the optimum times3. Sets up the assembly line4. Handles and ships the finished product

-Knowledge of design, economics, and psychology.-Ability to visualize the overall operation of a project -Knowledge of each step of the production effort

Title Function SKILLS/Knowledge

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Engineering Functional Jobs-C

Test E. Develops and conducts tests to verify that a new product meets design specs.Products can be tested for structural integrity, performance, and reliability .Testing is performed under all expected environmental conditions.

-Knowledge of statistics,product and processspecifications.-Measurement techniques.-Fundamental engineering aspects of the design

Operations or Plant E

-Selects sites for facilities--Specifies the layout for all facets of the operation-Selects the fixed equipment for climate control, lighting, and communication-Responsible for maintenance and modifications

Industrial engineering,Economics and law

Title Function SKILLS/Knowledge

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What is the “functional job“ description (name) of the engineer who “ Converts concepts and information into detailed plans and specifications from which the finished product can be manufactured”?

A. Test engineerB. Experimental engineerC. Development engineerD. Design engineerE. Production engineer

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From Student to Professional Engineer, Step 4

BS/MS (1)Majors

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Company Levels (Publicly owned)

.Corporate Management

COBBoard of DirectorsCEOCFOCOOCTO-------------------------------V.P. of MarketingV.P. of EngineeringV.P. of MFGV.P. of …………..------------------------------Director of ….Director of ….

Management

Plant Mgt.Functional Mgt.*Project Mgt.Line Mgt.……

Engineering

Fellow*Senior E.Project E. or Lead E.Advisory*Staff*Sr. Associate E.*Engineer or “Entry Level”

* Large Co.

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What employers are looking in new graduates?

• Fast learners

• Team players

•Unknown source

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Group A: Good Understanding of:

1. Engineering science fundamentals:a. Physical and life science.

(understanding engineering).3. Good communication skills:

a. Written b. Verbal c. Graphic d. Listening

Group A: Good Understanding of:1. Engineering science fundamentals:

a. Physical and life science. b. Information technology. c. Math (including statistics)

2. The design and manufacturing process (understanding engineering).3. Good communication skills:

a. Written b. Verbal c. Graphic d. Listening

1. Engineering science fundamentals: a. Physical and life science.

b. Information technology.

c. Math (including statistics)

2. The design and manufacturing process (understanding engineering).

3. Good communication skills: a. Written

b. Verbal

c. Graphic

d. Listening•Boeing co/ASEE PRISM 12/96

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Group B: Basic understanding of:1. The context in which engineering is practiced,

including:

- Economics/business practice - History - The environment - Customer and social needs

2. A multidisciplinary systems perspective.

3. The importance of teamwork. 3. Ethical standards

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Group C

1. Curiosity and a lifelong desire to learn. (LLL)

2. An ability to think critically and creatively as well as independently and cooperative.,

3. Flexibility – the ability and the self-confidenceto adopt

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Bachelors of Science in Engineering:

Do Not Underestimate it

The Key to Many Doors

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Other Directions for Engineers

1. Advanced Degrees -Academic Institutions (Teaching, research, publishing, community Involvement)

2. Engineering Management (MSE/MBA)3. Law (Patents-Federal level, Corporate Law-State/Federal)4. Medicine (bioengineering/Biomedical E., prosthetics

(“Bionic Women”), non invasive diagnostic procedures5. Government: State (Caltran), Federal: Core of Engineers,

Defense6. Engineering Consultant: Experience needed 7. Your Own Business: Capital, vision, initiative required 8. 007 ???

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Could 007 Have Been an Engineer?

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BSEngineering

CIA

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Engineering Careers at CIAEngineering Careers at CIA College Students - Scientists, Engineers & TechnologyCollege Students - Scientists, Engineers & Technology Electrical EngineerElectrical Engineer Materials EngineerMaterials Engineer Mechanical EngineerMechanical Engineer Operational PsychologistOperational Psychologist Program Management EngineerProgram Management Engineer Research ScientistResearch Scientist Science, Technology, and Weapons AnalystScience, Technology, and Weapons Analyst Security EngineerSecurity Engineer Systems Engineer Systems Engineer Technical Operations OfficerTechnical Operations Officer Technical Security OfficersTechnical Security Officers Technical/Targeting AnalystTechnical/Targeting Analyst (www.cia.gov/careers/jobs/view-all-jobs/index.html(www.cia.gov/careers/jobs/view-all-jobs/index.html))

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Engineering Careers at CIA

Mechanical, Electrical, Materials Engineers

• Work Schedule: Full Time• Salary: $54,103 – $79,694• Location: Washington, DC metropolitan area

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CalTran $Min - $Max• Associate Programmer, CT 2,805 – 3,051

Mechanical Engineer 4,279 – 7,617• Programmer I 3,262 – 4,087• Transportation Engineer Civil) 4,279 – 7,617• Transportation Engineer, (Electrical) 4,279 – 7,617

Transportation Surveyor (CT) 4,175 – 7,617

• www.dot.ca.gov/hq/jobs/salaries.htm

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Thank you for listening

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Clicker Q3

Fluid Dynamics, Fluid Dynamics, Mechanical Design are specialization arias of

A. EEB. Chem. EC. Mat. ED. MEE. Comp. E

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Clicker Q1

One of the prerequisites for the PE Exam is:

• A. You must have a BS.• B. You must have 4 years work experience.• C. You must have passed/waved the ET .• D. All of the above.