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CIVIL ENGINEER
MECHANICAL ENGINEER
PETROLEUM ENGINEER
MECHATRONICS
ENGINEER
CHEMICAL ENGINEER
Introduction to Engineering
Definitions
Technology Team
Engineering Disciplines at UCSI
Engineering Functions
Career Paths
BEM & ABET Requirements
Engineering Profession
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What is Engineering?
The Accreditation Board for Engineering and
Technology (ABET) defines engineering: the
profession in which a knowledge of the mathematical
and natural sciences gained by study, experience, and
practice is applied with judgment to develop ways to
utilize, economically, the materials and forces of nature
for the benefit of mankind.
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What is Engineering?
Engineering is a profession like medicine, law, etc. that
aspires to high standards of conduct and recognizes its
responsibility to the general public.
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EE104:Engineering Fundamentals
THE ROLE OF ENGINEERING IN SOCIETY
The practice of engineering has an inherent (and unavoidable)
impact on society. Engineering is based upon that
relationship with society!
An engineer's conduct (as captured in professional codes of
conduct) toward other engineers, toward employers, toward
clients, and toward the public is an essential part of the life
of a professional engineer
Professional responsibility is an integral part of the
engineering process.
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Technology Team
Scientist - Like an engineer, but a primary goal is the
expansion of knowledge and understanding physical
processes.
Engineer - Applies knowledge of math and the
physical sciences to the efficient design and
construction of usable devices, structures and
processes.
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Technology Team contd
Technologist - Technologists focus on direct application
of established engineering principles and processes.
Math, the physical sciences, and underlying
engineering theory receive limited coverage. More
interested in hardware and processes.
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Engineering Functions
The focus of an engineers work typically falls into one or
more of the following areas:
Research - explore, discover and apply new principles
Development - transform ideas or concepts into
production processes
Design - link the generation of ideas and the
production
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Engineering Functions contd
Production and testing - manufacture and assemble
components or products
Sales - market engineering products
Operations - maintain equipment and facilities
Construction - prior to construction organizes bids,
during construction supervises certain components of
process
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Engineering Functions contd
Management - optimize the use of resources
(equipment, labor, finances)
Education - teach engineering principles in university
and industrial settings
Consulting - provide specialized engineering services
to clients. May work alone or in partnership with other
engineers.
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Why Be An Engineer?
Money ??
Fame ??
Fortune ??
Why might YOU want to be an Engineer?
You have high goals in life and want to get a strong college
education!
You like math and sciences, and would like to apply them to
real world problems!
You enjoy hands-on work and tinkering with things!
You were told that engineers make a lot of money!
You were told that you can get a good job with an
engineering degree!
You want to help humanity!
Engineering Disciplines at UCSI
E&E
C&E
MECHATRONICS
CHEMICAL ENGG.
PETROLEUM ENGG.
CIVIL ENGG.
MECHANICAL ENGG.
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CHEMICAL ENGINEERS
CHEMICAL ENGINEERS
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CHEMICAL ENGINEERS