Synopsis
Introduction
This workbook is designed for use with the text Engineering Fundamentals. The chapters in the workbook correspond to those in the text and should be completed after reading the appropriate text chapter
Each chapter of the workbook contains reviews of the textbook chapters to enhance your understanding of textbook content. The various types of questions include matching, true or false, multiple choice, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer
The workbook chapters also contain activities related to textbook chapter content. The activities range from chapter content reinforcement to real-world application, including design projects related to different engineering disciplines. It is important in these activities to understand any safety procedures set forth by your teacher
About the Author
Ryan A. Brown is an assistant professor in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction and an associate director of the Center for Mathematics, Science, and Technology at Illinois State University. He currently teaches courses for preservice teachers on topics such as instructional methods and assessment. Previously, he taught a variety of courses at the secondary level, including design processes, transportation systems, and fundamentals of engineering. Dr. Brown coauthored Exploring Design, Technology, and Engineering with Dr. R. Thomas Wright. He has also written titles in both the Humans Innovating Technology Series (HITS) and the Kids Inventing Technology Series (KITS) for ITEEA, as well as in the Activity! series for the Center for Implementing Technology in Education. Dr. Brown's educational background includes a bachelor's degree and master's degree from Ball State University and a doctorate degree from Indiana University. Dr. Brown, his wife Heather, and his sons, Benjamin and Samuel, reside in Normal, Illinois. Michael Berkeihiser has written numerous journal articles for Technology and Engineering Teacher and the TEEAP Journal and has presented at many conferences. Mike teaches Engineering Design, Architectural Design, and Electronics at Unionville High School in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania. Unionville's Technology Education Department won ITEA and TEEAP Program Excellence Award in 2009. Berkeihiser's educational background includes a bachelor's degree from Millersville University and a master's degree from Ball State University.
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