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Engineering: An Introduction for High School
Introduction to Engineering The nature of engineering and the societal impact are covered, as well as the educational and legal requirements needed to become an engineer.
The Nature of Engineering The nature of engineering and the societal impact are covered, as well as the educational and legal requirements needed to become an engineer.
Engineering & Society
Engineering & Society Engineers contribute to the development of many innovations that improve life. We investigate how engineers work to meet human needs; great engineering accomplishments of the past; and consider needs that engineering must meet in the future.
Introduction to Engineering Design Engineering design process, how it differs design processes, and how the implementation of the design process effects the quality of the resulting design.
Connecting Science and Mathematics to Engineering The application of the principles of mathematics and science to the creation or modification of components, systems, and processes for the benefit of society are covered with a focus on the balance between quality, performance, and cost.
A Brief History of Engineering How engineers use creativity and judgment to solve societal how problems; complex engineering problems are usually solved by teams are covered; as well as the intended desirable consequences and unintended undesirable consequences of engineering.


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