Engineering for Teens: A Beginner's Book for Aspiring Engineers
Explore engineering as a career with this introduction for ages 12 to 16

The job of an engineer is to solve all sorts of complex challenges facing the world while improving our lives through creative, innovative ideas. This engineering book for teens gives you a look into what engineers do and how they drive society forward through math and science.

From designing tablets and smartphones to reimagining the way we collect and store renewable energy, this engineering book for teens introduces you to the major engineering disciplines and their distinct specialties, famous engineers throughout history, and more.

Engineering for Teens offers:

  • Engineering fundamentals—Discover the four main branches of engineering and their different specialties.
  • Inspired inventions—Get examples of the incredible things that engineers have created, like fuel cells and medicines.
  • Inclusivity in engineering—Learn all about the diversity within the field of engineering.

Discover the wonders of engineering and prepare yourself for a life of scientific discovery with this engineering book for teens.

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Engineering for Teens: A Beginner's Book for Aspiring Engineers
Explore engineering as a career with this introduction for ages 12 to 16

The job of an engineer is to solve all sorts of complex challenges facing the world while improving our lives through creative, innovative ideas. This engineering book for teens gives you a look into what engineers do and how they drive society forward through math and science.

From designing tablets and smartphones to reimagining the way we collect and store renewable energy, this engineering book for teens introduces you to the major engineering disciplines and their distinct specialties, famous engineers throughout history, and more.

Engineering for Teens offers:

  • Engineering fundamentals—Discover the four main branches of engineering and their different specialties.
  • Inspired inventions—Get examples of the incredible things that engineers have created, like fuel cells and medicines.
  • Inclusivity in engineering—Learn all about the diversity within the field of engineering.

Discover the wonders of engineering and prepare yourself for a life of scientific discovery with this engineering book for teens.

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Engineering for Teens: A Beginner's Book for Aspiring Engineers

Engineering for Teens: A Beginner's Book for Aspiring Engineers

by Pamela McCauley PhD
Engineering for Teens: A Beginner's Book for Aspiring Engineers

Engineering for Teens: A Beginner's Book for Aspiring Engineers

by Pamela McCauley PhD

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Explore engineering as a career with this introduction for ages 12 to 16

The job of an engineer is to solve all sorts of complex challenges facing the world while improving our lives through creative, innovative ideas. This engineering book for teens gives you a look into what engineers do and how they drive society forward through math and science.

From designing tablets and smartphones to reimagining the way we collect and store renewable energy, this engineering book for teens introduces you to the major engineering disciplines and their distinct specialties, famous engineers throughout history, and more.

Engineering for Teens offers:

  • Engineering fundamentals—Discover the four main branches of engineering and their different specialties.
  • Inspired inventions—Get examples of the incredible things that engineers have created, like fuel cells and medicines.
  • Inclusivity in engineering—Learn all about the diversity within the field of engineering.

Discover the wonders of engineering and prepare yourself for a life of scientific discovery with this engineering book for teens.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781647396534
Publisher: Callisto Publishing
Publication date: 02/09/2021
Pages: 142
Product dimensions: 7.40(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.40(d)
Lexile: 1150L (what's this?)

About the Author

Dr. Pamela McCauley is an internationally recognized industrial engineering researcher. She is an award-winning educator on a mission to empower others to succeed in STEM and is currently the associate dean for academic programs at the Wilson College of Textiles at North Carolina State University.

Table of Contents

Introduction

Chapter 1 Introduction to Engineering

What Is Engineering?

History of Engineering

Why Be an Engineer?

Preparing for a Career in Engineering

Chapter 2 Chemical Engineering

Inspiring Innovation

Deep Dive

What They Can Do

Chemical Engineering Specialties

Biomedical Engineering

Biochemical Engineering

Environmental Engineering

Materials Engineering

Nuclear Engineering

Challenges in Chemical Engineering

Looking Ahead

Work in Progress

Chapter 3 Civil Engineering

Inspiring Innovation

Deep Dive

What They Can Do

Civil Engineering Specialties

Construction Engineering

Environmental Engineering

Geotechnical Engineering

Municipal Engineering

Transportation Engineering

Challenges in Civil Engineering

Looking Ahead

Work in Progress

Chapter 4 Electrical Engineering

Inspiring Innovation

Deep Dive

What They Can Do

Electrical Engineering Specialties

Computer Engineering

Power Engineering

Software Engineering

Telecommunications Engineering

Challenges in Electrical Engineering

Looking Ahead

Work in Progress

Chapter 8 Mechanical Engineering

Inspiring Innovation

Deep Dive

What They Can Do

Mechanical Engineering Specialties

Automotive Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Acoustical Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

Manufacturing Engineering

Challenges in Mechanical Engineering

Looking Ahead

Work in Progress

Chapter 6 Putting It Together

Quiz: What Kind of Engineer Should I Be?

Congratulations!

References

Index

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