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Mechanical Engineering 1010 Engineering - the Problem Solving Profession of Leaders

Mechanical Engineering 1010 Engineering - the Problem Solving Profession of Leaders. David Bayless, Ph.D., P.E., Fellow of ASME Gerald Loehr Professor. October 10, 2012. What is Engineering?. Who are Engineers?.

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Mechanical Engineering 1010 Engineering - the Problem Solving Profession of Leaders

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  1. Mechanical Engineering 1010Engineering - the Problem Solving Profession of Leaders David Bayless, Ph.D., P.E., Fellow of ASME Gerald Loehr Professor October 10, 2012

  2. What is Engineering? Who are Engineers? "Engineering refers to the practice of organizing the design, construction, and operation of any artifice which transforms the physical world around us to meet some recognized need." G.F.C. Rogers: p.6 • Inventors • Creators of things that work • Masters of their environment • Problem Solvers • Leaders • Servants Definition #1: Engineering is the profession that is concerned with solving the material problems of society Definition #2: Engineering is the profession that creates, maintains and operates society's technology.

  3. Achievements of Mechanical Engineers • Automobile • Apollo moon landings • Central power generation • Agricultural mechanization • Biomechanics and bioengineering • Mass production (especially integrated circuits) • HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) • Computer aided engineering • Airplane • Codes and Standards

  4. What do you need to succeed as an engineer? • Accredited degree • Licensure • Confidence • Competence • Leadership skills • Communication (story telling) • Character/Integrity • Passion/Drive • Engagement/Motivate • Vision http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u6XAPnuFjJc Russ College of Engineering and Technology

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