Introduction to Engineering Technology

Stressing the importance of possessing a good attitude and paying close attention to detail, it establishes an overview or "big picture" of the engineering technologies (chemical, civil, architectural, electrical/electronic, computer, industrial, and mechanical), enabling users to select the most compatible engineering technology program for them. It builds a functional base of skills and knowledge, including basic math skills, studying skills, and communication skills, and describes future challenges confronting the engineering technologist, including environmental concerns, robotics, expert systems, optical systems, new composite materials, and implementing other technologies. Fourth Edition now updates employment, salary, and occupational information for each field under discussion; provides a keener focus on cooperative education, preparation for the interview, and the importance of the placement office; and includes timely material on the scientific method, TI-85 graphing calculator, Windows 95. Also includes a new Internet Guide.

This text is designed specifically to meet the needs of two-year college engineering technology students -- who may have limited backgrounds in academic skills. It explores the engineering world -- and the technician's and technologist's places in it -- from a holistic perspective -- covering the demands and requirements of a career in technology, the language and tools needed to be successful in the field, the way the tools are actually applied in today's business and industry, and the most recent technological advances.