Building Computers: Computer Engineers

by Daniel R. Faust

Overview

This book is perfect for the tech-savvy reader interested in an exciting career. Readers will learn about how engineers design and construct the computer hardware people use every day. The narrative highlights famous computer engineers who have made invaluable advancements in computer technology. This career integrates science, technology, engineering, and math, which makes this book a perfect fit for STEM instruction and career-based education. Information-rich text is supplemented by a graphic organizer and sidebars to ensure a strong understanding of the topic. Color photographs illustrate the information and give readers an inside look at the life of a computer engineer.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781508145387
Publisher:	Rosen Publishing Group, Incorporated, The
Publication date:	12/30/2015
Series:	Engineers Rule! Series
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.30(w) x 8.60(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range:	9 - 11 Years

Table of Contents

Life in the Computer Age 4

What Is a Computer Engineer? 6

Tools of the Trade 8

Amazing Math Machines 10

The First Computers 12

The Colossus 14

The U.S. Navy and MIT 16

NASA Needs Computers 18

Computer Engineering Specialties 20

To Serve and Protect 22

Lights! Cameras! Computers! 24

To Mars and Beyond 26

Becoming a Computer Engineer 28

Tomorrow's Computer Engineers 30

Glossary 31

Index 32

Websites 32