Exploring Engineering
An Introduction to Engineering and Design
By- Robert Balmer, Retired, Dean of Engineering and Computer Science Union College, Schenectady, N.Y
- William Keat, Associate Professor Union College, Schenectady, N.Y
- George Wise, Deputy Director of the Dudley Observatory
- Philip Kosky, G.E. Distinguished Research Professor of Mechanical Engineering Union College, Schenectady, N.Y
Engineers solve problems, and work on emerging challenges in a wide range of areas important to improving quality of life; areas like sustainable energy, access to clean water, and improved communications and health care technologies. Kosky et. al. explore the world of engineering by introducing the reader to what engineers do, the fundamental principles that form the basis of their work, and how they apply that knowledge within a structured design process. The three part organization of the text reinforces these areas, making this an ideal introduction for anyone interested in exploring the various fields of engineering and learning how engineers work to solve problems.
Audience
* Freshman undergraduate students entering 4-year engineering programs, including those with declared or intended majors in all engineering areas such as mechanical, electrical, chemical, industrial, and civil engineering
* Freshman undergraduate students who are taking an Introduction to Engineering Course either as a requirement for a technical degree or as an elective for science and technology requirements for other degree programs in liberal arts, business, life sciences, and so forth
Hardbound, 486 Pages
Published: July 2012
Imprint: Academic Press
ISBN: 978-0-12-415891-7
Reviews
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"This book introduces students to the profession and practice of engineering. In Part 1, called "Minds-on," the introduction covers principles and ideas. It describes engineering in general and devotes chapters to several specific disciplines of engineering, including mechanical, civil, electrical, and electrochemical."--Mechanical Engineering Magazine
Contents
Part 1: Lead-On
Chapter 1: What Engineers Do
Chapter 2: Elements of Engineering Analysis
Chapter 3: Force and MotionChapter 4: Energy Conversion
Chapter 5: Engineering Economics Part 2: Minds-OnChapter 6: Chemical Engineering
Chapter 7: Civil EngineeringChapter 8: Computer Engineering
Chapter 9: Electrical EngineeringChapter 10: Manufacturing Engineering
Chapter 11: Materials EngineeringChapter 12: Mechanical Engineering
Chapter 13: Nuclear EngineeringPart 2.1: Emerging Engineering Fields
Chapter 14: BioengineeringChapter 15: Electrochemical Engineering
Chapter 16: Green Energy EngineeringPart 3: Hands-OnChapter 17: Introduction to Engineering Design
Chapter 18: Design Step 1: Defining the ProblemChapter 19: Design Step 2: Generation of Alternative Concepts
Chapter 20: Design Step 3: Evaluation of Alternatives & Selection of a ConceptChapter 21: Design Step 4: Detailed Design
Chapter 22: Design Step 5: Design DefenseChapter 23: Design Step 6: Manufacturing and Testing
Chapter 24: Design Step 7: Performance EvaluationChapter 25: Design Step 8: Design Report
Chapter 26: Examples of Design CompetitionsChapter 27: Closing Remarks on the Important Role of Design Projects
