Digital animation

Computer engineers, in conjunction with animators, have created special effects in movies such as “Jurassic Park,” “Forrest Gump,” and “Interview … More

Virtual Reality

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

Theme Parks

Engineers play an instrumental role in the theme park industry. Theme park engineers are involved in designing, building, lighting, and … More

Interactive Television

Engineers make interactive television possible. Engineers are involved in all aspects of interactive TV technology, from designing new cables, to … More

poop, plastics, engineering

Were You Born to Engineer? (Videos) – engineering Learn more about the innovations and creative projects engineers are involved in … More

Ferris Wheel

The Ferris Wheel is considered one of the greatest engineering wonders in the world. The first Ferris Wheel was created … More

play, make, learn

IAP Educators Manual 9.16 – IAP Educators Manual.pdf engage in four types of play that foster inventive thinking: exploration/tinkering, make … More

Spacecraft

The launch and return of spacecraft, from the Apollo to the Shuttle, is a monumental engineering triumph. The space program … More

Water slide

A civil engineer created the slippery part of the water slide. A civil engineer designed a pumping system to circulate … More