l need to know about engineering.for 14 year olds
2007-04-01 11:29:21 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Science & Mathematics ➔ Engineering
An engineer is 1 hu
1.works to use power and resources in ways that are useful
2.uses scientific knowledge to solve practical problems
3.operates an engine
4.skillfully or shrewdly manages an enterprise
5.is trained or professionally engaged in a branch of engineering
Engineers apply the principles of science and mathematics to develop economical solutions to technical problems. Their work is the link between perceived social needs and commercial applications.
Engineers consider many factors when developing a new product. For example, in developing an industrial robot, engineers precisely specify the functional requirements; design and test the robot’s components; integrate the components to produce the final design; and evaluate the design’s overall effectiveness, cost, reliability, and safety. This process applies to the development of many different products, such as chemicals, computers, gas turbines, helicopters, and toys.
In addition to design and development, many engineers work in testing, production, or maintenance. These engineers supervise production in factories, determine the causes of component failure, and test manufactured products to maintain quality. They also estimate the time and cost to complete projects. Some move into engineering management or into sales. In sales, an engineering background enables them to discuss technical aspects and assist in product planning, installation, and use. Supervisory engineers are responsible for major components or entire projects
2007-04-01 11:37:40 · answer #1 · answered by invincible 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Generally - engineers are specialists that have a thorough knowledge of math and science. They take their knowledge and apply it to real world problems to help society.
They work together on large teams, and often need excellent social / communication skills, business skills, and tact as well as all the scientific nerdy stuff.
If you have bought it, ate it, sat on it, rode in it... whatever... an engineer has been behind some part of the design.
There is even an entire team of engineers that works for Disney to make sure all of the rides and theme parks are in excellent working order! Engineers make ~
Artificial hearts
Planes
Bombs
Chocolate, soda, and other food
Roller Coasters
Toys
Houses
Music (sound production engineers)
Cars
The list goes on forever!! Feel free to shoot me any questions on engineering you want, I spend a lot of time teaching high schoolers about engineering as a possible career choice.
2007-04-01 14:33:28 · answer #2 · answered by peachfuzz 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
What is the difference between a scientist and engineer?
Scientists try to understand why things are and how things work.
Engineers create things that never were -- or improve on a previous design.
2007-04-01 13:58:32 · answer #3 · answered by Thomas C 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A true engineer is one who has passed the engineer licensing exam. You have to hold a college degree in engineering and have passed the fundamentals exam.
2007-04-01 14:56:47 · answer #4 · answered by 80srock 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
That depends on what kind of engineer. There are so many different kinds.
2007-04-01 11:33:45 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am a Thermodynamic Engineer - we specialize in energy use.
2007-04-01 12:31:07 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
tryengineering.org has great info for teenage kids. If you are a teacher, please encourage more kids to pursue engineering, even if it "appears" difficult at that age.
2007-04-01 14:46:45 · answer #7 · answered by Windows Question 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The overpaid driver of a train. (They don't even know how to turn!)
2007-04-01 11:32:46 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
the guy or girl who blows the horn....
2007-04-01 11:31:56 · answer #9 · answered by conx-the-dots 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋