Author(s): National Research Council (U.S.). Committee on the Education and Utilization of the Engineer;
Publisher: National Academies Press
Year: 1985
Language: English
Pages: 150
City: Washington, D.C.
Tags: Engineering -- Study and teaching -- United States;Engineers -- United States
Engineering Education and Practice in the United States
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PREFACE AND ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
Contents
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
BROAD ISSUES IN ENGINEERING
IS THE ENGINEERING EDUCATIONAL SYSTEM HEALTHY?
HOW COMPETENT ARE ENGINEERS IN THE UNITED STATES?
WHAT IS THE EMPLOYMENT PICTURE FOR ENGINEERS IN THE UNITED STATES?
ARE WOMEN AND MINORITIES ADEQUATELY REPRESENTED?
WILL THE ENGINEERING COMMUNITY, BE ABLE TO MEET FUTURE DEMAND?
CONCLUSION AND PERSPECTIVE
RECOMMENDATIONS
BACKGROUND
1 Introduction
CONTEXT OF THE STUDY
THE COMMITTEE'S APPROACH
REPORT STRUCTURE. 2 The Role of Engineering in AmericaROOTS OF THE PROFESSION
MAINTAINING AMERICAN STRENGTH AND INFLUENCE
IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF LIFE
MAINTAINING THE PUBLIC TRUST
References
WHERE DOES ENGINEERING STAND IN AMERICA TODAY?
3 Defining the Engineering Community
THE CHANGING NATURE OF CONTEMPORARY ENGINEERING
CHARACTERIZING ENGINEERING'S INFRASTRUCTURE
Objectives and Accomplishments
Definitions
Flow Diagrams
Data Bases
The Engineering Personnel Model
THE SUPPORT STRUCTURE FOR ENGINEERING
FINDINGS, CONCLUSIONS, AND RECOMMENDATIONS
References. 4 Current Status of Engineering EducationCRITICAL AREAS
Faculty
Graduate Degrees
Equipment Obsolescence
The Two-Tiered System
Student Demographics
Variability of Demand
SPECIAL TOPICS
Specialization vs. Breadth
Cooperative Education
Continuing Education and Professional Development
Educational Technology
AREAS OF RAPID CHANGE
Student Prepareduess
Engineering Technology Programs
Computer Science
University-Industry Interactions
FINDINGS, CONCLUSIONS, AND RECOMMENDATIONS
References
5 Utilization of Engineering Resources
THE ENGINEERING WORK FORCE: CHARACTERISTICS AND TRENDS. Concentration RatiosPredominant Work Activity
Specializations
Women in Engineering
Minorities
QUALITY OF THE ENGINEERING WORK FORCE
ISSUES OF SUPPLY AND DEMAND
Shortages and Surpluses
Salaries
Unemployment Rates
Mobility
Aging and Retirement
THE IMPORTANCE OF ADAPTABILITY
Adaptability of Engineers
Adaptability of the Engineering Organization
FINDINGS, CONCLUSIONS, AND RECOMMENDATIONS
References
A LOOK AT THE FUTURE
6 Engineering's Future: Requirements for a Changing Environment
THE YEAR 2000: WHAT WILL THE ENGINEERING ENVIRONMENT BE LIKE?
Likely Characteristics. Impacts and ImplicationsMEANS AND MECHANISMS FOR ADAPTING SUCCESSFULLY
Curriculum Requirements
Requirements for the Professional Career
FINDINGS, CONCLUSIONS, AND RECOMMENDATIONS
References
APPENDIX A SUBCOMMITTEE AND PANEL MEMBERS, CONSULTANTS, AND LIAISON REPRESENTATIVES
SUBCOMMITTEE ON EDUCATIONAL SYSTEMS
PANEL ON UNDERGRADUATE EDUCATION
PANEL ON TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
PANEL ON CONTINUING EDUCATION
PANEL ON GRADUATE EDUCATION AND RESEARCH
PANEL ON INFRASTRUCTURE DIAGRAMMING AND MODELING
PANEL ON ENGINEERING EMPLOYMENT CHARACTERISTICS.
