Who Is An Engineer

WHO IS AN ENGINEER? DR. T. K. G. NAMBOODHIRI PROFESSOR (Retired) BANARAS HINDU UNIVERSITY

WHAT IS ENGINEERING?
The art and science concerned with the practical application of scientific knowledge, as in the design, construction, and operation of roads, bridges, buildings, machines etc.
The combination of art and science by which the materials and power of nature are made useful to mankind.
Application and advancement of skills based on mathematics, science and technology, integrated with business and management.

WHO IS AN ENGINEER?
An engineer is one who effectively adapts the findings of science to the use of man
A person specifically trained and experienced in planning and developing the structures and devices, and in supervising the processes for the benefit of mankind
Engineers are involved in the implementation, application, design, development and management of projects and processes

DEFINITION OF AN ENGINEER
AN ENGINEER EFFECTIVELY ADAPTS FINDINGS OF SCIENCE TO THE USE OF MAN
HE IS THE VITAL LINK BETWEEN SCIENCE AND SOCIETY

MAKING OF A MODERN ENGINEER
The dynamic & fast changing world demands a more complex role for an engineer.
Besides technical skills, they must be good in non-technical skills like
Communication
Problem solving
Management

MAKING OF AN ENGINEER

ENGINEERING BRANCHES
Basic
Civil, Mechanical & Electrical
Sectoral
Electronics
Chemical
Materials
Computer
Mining
Modern
Marine/Naval
Bio-Chemical
Bio-Medical
Latest
Information Technology
Bio Tech
Medical / Pharmaceutical

ENGINEER’S HERITAGE
Engineering was an art for long centuries before it became a science
Engineer is heir to a great tradition
Tubal Cain, 7 th generation of Adam is the legendary father of technical skills
Egyptians channeled water to irrigate land
Romans built great roads, bridges and aqueducts
People of Mohenjodaro and Harappa built the first planned cities

SOME GREAT ENGINEERS
Leonardo da Vinci: Many- sided genius
Galileo : The father of mechanics
Bessemer: Converter to make cheap steel
Edison: The electric bulb
Thomson: A. C. transformer
Goodyear: Vulcanized rubber
Diesel: Automobile engine
Bell: Telephone
Ford and Benz: Automobiles
Langley and Wrights brothers: Flying

SOME GREAT INDIAN ENGINEERS
Mokshagundam Visweswaraya – Father of Indian Engineering
A. P. J. Abdul Kalam – Father of Indian Rocketry
Narayana Murthy – Founder of Infosys
Sam Pitroda – Force behind the IT revolution in India
M. N. Dastur – Designer of steel plants
Brahm Prakash – Atomic energy metallurgist

QUALITIES OF ENGINEERS
Courage and integrity
Thirst for knowledge
Imagination
Capacity for sound judgment
Accuracy of thought and action
Instinct for economy
Aptitude for leadership
Ingeniousness
Capacity for hard work
Ability to think and speak lucidly

ABET Engineering Criteria 2000
An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering.
An ability to design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze and interpret data.
An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs.
An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams.
An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems.
An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility.
An ability to communicate effectively.
The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global/societal context.
A recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in lifelong learning.
Knowledge of contemporary issues.
An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS OF AN ENGINEER
Technical knowledge and skills
Intellectual skills
Attitudes
Standards of Engineering practice
Business practices
International & national history & culture
Proficiency in languages

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
Science fundamentals
Engineering fundamentals & application
Probability & Statistics
Computer science & technology
Engineering practice

INTELLECTUAL SKILLS
Logical thinking
Problem-solving skills
Communication skills
Design skills
Organizational, management and administrative skills

ATTITUDES
Competence
Integrity
Commitment
Tolerance
Flexibility
Life-long learning
Reliability
Conscientious
ness
Punctuality
Approachability

STANDARDS OF ENGINEERING PRACTICE
Measurement systems
Technical standards
Specifications & inspection standards
Testing practices
Environmental constraints
Code of ethics
Proficiency standards

BUSINESS PRACTICES
Free market economy
International marketplace
MNCs
International competitiveness
Quality assurance
Insurance
Warranties
Bidding procedures

INTERNATIONAL/NATIONAL HISTORY & CULTURE
Common history
National history & development
Cultural differences
Economic & political issues
Social life & customs
Gender
Religion
Multiculturalism

PROFICIENCY IN LANGUAGES
Spoken foreign language
Written foreign language
Regional dialects
Technical terminology
Professional jargon

The Desired Skills and Attributes for an ideal Engineer

REFERENCES
William E. Wickenden, A Professional Guide for Young Engineers, G. R. Henninger (Ed. ), Engineers’ Council for Professional Development, New York, 1967
T. K. G. Namboodhiri, Engineering Education in India, J. Inst. Engg. (India), Vol. 66, IDP, 3, 1985
Duyen Q. Nguen, The essential Skills and Attributes of an Engineer, Global J. of Engg. Educ. Vol. 2, No. 1, 1998

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