"This book provides a brief history and a comprehensive overview of the engineering profession and practice, describing the functions and career paths for various branches of engineering. Paul Wright offers suggestions on communications and creativity, as well as guidelines for the engineering code of ethics."--Publisher
Contents
History of Engineering -- Definition of Engineering -- The Engineer as a Professional -- Learning and Creative Thought -- The Engineering Approach to Problem Solving -- Engineering Communications -- Engineering Calculations -- A Case Study -- Atlanta's Freedom Parkway Project -- A Case Study -- The Space Shuttle Challenger Accident -- Index
