Exploring Careers in Engineering Steve Snelling Industrial Engineer

Exploring Careers in Engineering Steve Snelling Industrial Engineer Boeing – Everett Stephen. r. snelling@boeing. com (425) 342 -4121

Engineering: solving problems with math & science § How many of you know someone who is an engineer? § What does an engineer do? 2

What is engineering? Engineering is the application of math and science to create something of value from our natural resources. 3

Engineering and candy § How is engineering involved in the creation and sale of candy? 4

Engineering and candy § An electrical engineer designs and regulates the electricity throughout the candy manufacturing plant. 5

Engineering and candy § Electrical engineering § A computer engineer designs the devices to monitor and manage the creation of the candy. 6

Engineering and candy § Electrical engineering § Computer engineering § A chemical engineer designs the correct combination of ingredients to get the taste and texture. 7

Engineering and candy § Electrical engineering § Computer engineering § Chemical engineering § A mechanical engineer designs the machines in the factory. 8

Engineering and candy § Electrical engineering § Computer engineering § Chemical engineering § Mechanical engineering § An environmental engineer ensures the water and air coming into and going out of the plant are clean. 9

Engineering and candy § Electrical engineering § Computer engineering § Chemical engineering § Mechanical engineering § Environmental engineering § An industrial engineer analyzes operations and makes recommendations for improving efficiency. 10

Engineering and candy § Electrical engineering § Computer engineering § Chemical engineering § Mechanical engineering § Environmental engineering § Industrial engineering § A civil engineer designs and constructs the roads and bridges used to transport the candy to the store. 11

Engineering and candy § Electrical engineering § Computer engineering § Chemical engineering § Mechanical engineering § Environmental engineering § Industrial engineering § Civil engineering § An agricultural engineer oversees the production of the sugars used in the candy. 12

Engineering and candy § Electrical engineering § Computer engineering § Chemical engineering § Mechanical engineering § Environmental engineering § Industrial engineering § Civil engineering § Agricultural engineering 13

Variety of engineering degrees § Besides those discussed in making/selling candy: – Aerospace engineer – Ceramic engineer – Materials engineer – Nuclear engineer – Software engineer – Biomedical engineer 14

Why should I become an engineer? § Invent new things that help people – Computers and computer games – Cures for diseases – Ways to protect the environment – New sources of energy – New forms of entertainment n n 15 Use the latest technology Improve the world around you

Engineering misconceptions § Only the “super-smart” can become engineers. § All engineers are shy. § Engineers have no outside interests. § All engineers are men. 16

Would I like engineering? § Do you enjoy knowing how things work? § Do you think of new or better ways to do things? 17 § Do you get good grades in math and science? § Do you like mazes or jigsaw puzzles?

Advantages of an engineering degree § Great salary for a bachelor’s degree – Unlimited opportunities – Small towns, big cities – Small companies, large firms – International sites § Respected career § Work with other talented people § Opportunity to make a large-scale difference 18

What else can I do with an engineering degree? § A ‘key’ to many other career goals: – Project Manager § Examples of former engineers: – Jimmy Carter, U. S. president – Executive – Researcher – Scott Adams, creator of ‘Dilbert’ – Professor 19 – Bonnie Dunbar, former NASA astronaut – Montel Williams, TV talk show host

What do you need to do to become an engineer? § Take math & science classes now – Algebra, geometry, trigonometry, calculus – Chemistry, biology, physics § Begin planning for college – Take SATs or ACTs – Talk to your guidance counselor 20

Why math and science? § Math & science train you to draw conclusions based on systematically gathered facts. § Math trains you to think logically and recognize conclusions. § Science trains you to develop explanations based on observations. 21

How can you learn more about engineering? § Spend time at work with an engineer. § Talk with college students. § Participate in a science fair. 22

Internet resources § American Society for Engineering Education www. asee. org/precollege § National Engineers Week www. eweek. org § Explore Science www. explorescience. com § Engineer Girl www. engineergirl. com § Global engineering sites www. iei. ie/Steps/house http: //smartmoves. questacon. edu. au http: //www. eweek. org/site/Engineers/50 ways. shtml 23

The challenge is yours § Ask questions! § Keep a great attitude! § Work hard in school! 24

Questions and answers § Anyone already thinking about being an Engineer? § I so, which type of Engineering? § Any questions? 25

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