games and simulations

Game – structured playing, usually for enjoyment and sometimes used as an educational tool. Key components of games are goals, … More

systems

systems engineering – a field of engineering that deals with complex engineering projects which should be designed and managed over … More

Navier-Stokes equations

Waves follow our boat as we motor across the lake, and turbulent air currents follow our flight in an airplane. … More

calculus

calculus – how things change – continuous change What is Calculus Used For? (video 8:50) – developing mathematical models, including … More

mathematics

Mathematics – The M in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) Mathematics – the body of knowledge centered on such concepts … More

water

“Anyone who can solve the problems of water will be worthy of two Nobel prizes – one for peace and … More

virtual reality

Companies and universities are using engineers to form the Virtual Reality and Simulation Initiative. This technology applies computer simulation and … More

simple machine

A machine is a tool used to make work easier. Simple machines are simple tools used to make work easier. … More

measurement

Measurement – Technology makes it possible to measure things very precisely. Atomic clocks keep time to an accuracy of one … More

spatial thinking

Visualization and spatial reasoning – representing three-dimensional objects and assemblies. spatial thinking, visualization, 3D Visual Patterns – thinking about a … More

What is engineering?

Engineer – someone who uses scientific and mathematical knowledge to solve practical problems and produce goods and processes for the … More

working in engineering

Connecting Engineering Career Fields with Science and Engineering What is it like to work as an engineer? It depends… Engineers … More

engineering

Engineers try to make things that do not exist in nature. Almost all engineers working on new designs find that … More