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Exploring Engineering: A Noble Profession

Delve into the world of engineering through the lens of Ralph Dergance, a seasoned professional with over three decades of experience. Learn about the various facets of engineering, from spacecraft propulsion to systems engineering, and discover the essential attributes required to excel in this field. From educational requirements to career avenues, this comprehensive guide provides insights and guidance to aspiring engineers. Uncover the creativity, curiosity, and commitment that drive the engineering profession forward and explore the diverse opportunities available in this dynamic field. Start your engineering journey today and make a positive impact on the world!

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Exploring Engineering: A Noble Profession

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  1. ENGINEERING - A Noble Profession Ralph Dergance, Director Shades of Blue, LLC 303.795.9475 rhdergance@msn.com

  2. Who Am I? • Education: Aeronautical Engineering and Business Management degrees from CU Boulder - 1964 • Retired from Lockheed Martin in 1999 after over 36 year career • Career Highlights: • Launch Vehicle and Spacecraft Propulsion Engineer – analysis, design, test, hardware development • Vehicle Systems Engineer • Chief Systems Engineer on Robotic Program • Chief Engineer on SICBM Post Boost Vehicle • Principal Investigator on many IR&D projects • Program Manager • New Business Development • Competitive proposal creation and management • Personnel Management • Subcontract Management and Procurement

  3. Engineering Definition • THE CREATIVE APPLICATION OF SCIENTIFIC PRINCIPLES AND MATHEMATICS TO DESIGN OR DEVELOP STRUCTURES, MACHINES, APPARATUS, OR MANUFACTURING PROCESSES, OR WORKS UTILIZING THEM SINGLY OR IN COMBINATION; OR TO CONSTRUCT OR OPERATE THE SAME WITH FULL CONGNIZANCE OF THEIR DESIGN; OR TO FORECAST THEIR BEHAVIOR UNDERS SPECIFIC OPERATING CONDITIONS; ALL AS RESPECTS AN INTENDED FUNCTION, ECONOMICS OF OPERATION AND SAFETY TO LIFE AND PROPERTY. American Engineers’ Council for Professional Development Or, Simply Stated • THE DISCIPLINE, ART, AND PROFESSION OF ACQUIRING AND APPLYING SCIENTIFIC, MATHEMATICAL, ECONOMIC, SOCIAL, AND PRACTICAL KNOWLEDGE TO DESIGN AND BUILD EVERYTHING

  4. ENGINEERING Recipe • S - Scientist • T- Technician • E- Eager/Energetic • M- Mathematician

  5. Necessary ATTRIBUTESTo Be An ENGINEER • CURIOSITY – how do things work? • INQUISITIVE • INTERESTED • CALCULATING – must like math, numbers • CAREFUL – don’t make mistakes • CONSERVATIVE – calculated “safe” risks • CHALLENGED – want to improve • CONSCIENTIOUS – really care • COMMITMENT – make it happen

  6. Educational Requirements • Science and Mathematics throughout primary and secondary schools • Sample available courses in different engineering fields • Architecture • Aeronautics/Aerospace • Chemical • Civil • Computer Sciences/Software • Electrical/Electronics • Mechanical • Systems Engineering • Attend special classes and camps that are available (e.g. Shades of Blue) • Take advantage of available internships – we can help you • Use the internet – it is all there • http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Engineering is a good start • Attend a college/university with excellent Engineering credentials

  7. Career Avenues • Analysis – determine the item’s requirements • Design – define the item • Development – determine that it works • Test – verify its performance, reliability, etc. • Manufacturing – build the final product • Operations – run it • Research – find new, better ways to do it • All of the above

  8. The Bottom Line • Everything needs to be “Engineered” • Start now • Focus • Learn all you can • Make the world a better place Above all, Have Fun!

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